A dog trainer has shared a simple tip to help dog owners to prevent their pets from pulling on the lead while out for a walk, and it’s gone down a storm on social media
A dog trainer has shared a simple trick to stop dogs from pulling on the lead during walks – and it could save you a lot of stress when you want to go on a leisurely stroll.
Dog obedience instructor John Gotta, known as @gottatrain on TikTok, has nearly a million followers and regularly shares pet training tips on the platform. In one of his latest viral videos, he reveals an easy technique to prevent dogs from yanking their leads.
Demonstrating with a client’s chocolate Labrador, he advocates using a slip lead, a tool often used by professional trainers or in emergencies. These products combine collar and leads into one looped rope around the dog’s neck.
John added: “Throw away your leash and get a 36″ slip lead”. He then demonstrated his technique, explaining: “Use 180 turns to teach your dog how to turn the pressure off. Vary the number of steps between each turn. Use leash pressure (up) when your dog tests the boundary.”
John told dog owners to keep things simple – and he doesn’t believe you need to tire out your pet to make them behave themselves. People were very appreciative of his no-nonsense advice.
One said they’d successfully “taught her old dog new tricks” thanks to his video. Another said: “Wonderful training course.” And a third added: “Love this!”
If you’re looking for more advice to help your furry friends, don’t go anywhere because we’ve got you covered with plenty more helpful stories.
Previously, a dog trainer revealed one command every pet should learn. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not sit. Meanwhile, a vet revealed exactly how many minutes you should walk your dog every day.
And in other news, an expert recently shared the five dog breeds he would never own as pets – and his surprising list included beloved Labradors.
