There’s a great game that you can try to strengthen your dog’s heel position and improve their focus during walks. The 1-2-3 Pattern Game is designed to help them stay calmly by your side while making training fun and rewarding. The 1-2-3 Pattern Game Here’s how the...
Dog Training Tips from Follow the Leader: Teaching Your Dog “Leave It” Command I love this command. I had a client who called me about two months ago, letting me know her mother was over for a visit. Mom had knocked over her medication onto the floor. Her dog ran over...
“Watch Me” is one of the first commands I taught my dog Maple when I got her. Maple was a reactive dog that barked and lunged at people. By teaching her to focus on me, it meant that she was not focused on anyone else and limited her amount of reactivity. Teaching...
At Follow the Leader Dog Training School, we know a reliable “come” command is crucial for a well-trained dog, enhancing safety and making life easier and more enjoyable for both you and your pup. Teaching your dog to come when called takes patience, consistency, and...
