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The key to having a well behaved dog, is to start training when he’s a puppy. the first step is to train him in accepting his collar and leash. You can begin this puppy leash training almost as soon as you bring him home.

When you train your pup to get used to his collar and leash, you are firmly establishing the idea that you are the one in control. This is a crucial point for your dog to get if his training is going to be at all successful.

Once your pet learns to accept that collar and lead it’s easier to move into other areas of training with a much greater likelihood of success. Here’s what you should do.

It’s most important that his collar fits properly. If it’s too loose he’ll be able to back his way out of it. If it’s too tight he won’t be comfortable. Try to adjust it so that you can slide two fingers easily between the collar and his neck.

When you first put the collar around your puppy’s neck be sure to give him lots of attention. That will help to take his mind off it. Whatever you do, do not rush this step because as soon as gets used to wearing a collar, you can start right into training your puppy. Lease training is a lot easier if you’ve given your pooch enough time to really get used to wearing a collar.

The next step would be to attach a short lightweight leash onto his collar. This leash shouldn’t be more than around three feet in length. Allow him to pull it around for very short periods of time, especially when you first start this. The idea is to get him used to how it feels to have something connected to his collar.

Keep a close eye on your pup when he is walking around with the lead connected. If he does get stuck when you’re not around, he might get agitated and frightened. You do want him to see what it feels like to be restricted for a short time, but you do not want him to get upset when it occurs. So quickly free the lead when it’s stuck.

Within several days or so, he’ll have probably become accustomed to the feel of the lead. At this point, attach one end to the collar and then the other end to your belt rather than letting him drag it freely. He should still be able to explore freely just like before and still get stuck. But, this time though, you won’t be going to free up his leash.

Instead help him get rid of his anxiety by crouching down and softly calling his name. Encourage him to get himself unstuck as well as to come to you by offering him some toy or treat. Reward him with his treat and give him lots of praise when he does come to you. It’s important to practice this every day for short periods. When he’s had a few successes each time, then remove the leash from the collar, but be sure to leave the collar on at all times.

You’ll know that your puppy leash training has been successful when he routinely comes when he is called after he reaches the end of the leash. With this success, you’ll find that the rest of your puppy’s training will go so much more smoothly.

After working with your new puppy teaching him to accept a collar and leash, he will be ready for a snooze. Why not provide him with a cozy heated dog bed for inside. Even in summer, he’ll find his bed a warm spot in an air conditioned home. For outside, help him keep cool with a coolaroo dog bed. Coolaroo dog beds sit off the ground allowing for air flow underneath.