Why DOGS PULL on the LEAD

This video explains why dogs and puppies pull on the leash. It also covers some considerations for people walking dogs that already have a long history of pulling on the lead. The information in this video complements other videos on the topic of loose leash walking, which are shared further down in this description box. As always, I would highly recommend consulting with a behaviour professional to help you with your dog. If you want to [SUPPORT] the work that I do here, a fun and easy way to do so is to buy me a coffee (or a few coffees) using this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trainmeplease Other videos that complement this information. True Love No Pull Harness [REVIEW] https://youtu.be/L0G5vSIGqKs Train Your Dog to [WALK NICELY] https://youtu.be/dBbHoBp-8I8 Tips for [LOOSE LEASH] Walking https://youtu.be/Vmzi7kw5RhE 0:00 – Why do dogs pull on the lead? 0:17 – How fast can you walk? 0:36 – What does the environment have to do with dogs on leash? 1:14 – The problem might be in the reinforcement schedule 2:05 – Is the red light / green light game for loose leash walking a good idea? 3:42 – What to do if you have a dog that pulls a lot 4:39 – Do you need perfect loose leash walking? 5:18 – What to do next to supercharge your loose leash walking skills Some of my favourite dog training gear (Affiliate) Baby gate: https://amzn.to/2O6CvrE Dog exercise pen: https://amzn.to/3dBspIK Kong Extreme: https://amzn.to/2ZSb6fY Kong for small dogs or puppies: https://amzn.to/2Pl5IA5 Kong wobbler: https://amzn.to/2ZW2G7q Dog training treat bag: https://amzn.to/3aWIlov Harness: https://amzn.to/3oPfpVv Dual ended lead (perfect for the above harness): https://amzn.to/3cxgiMs Long leash: https://amzn.to/3pTSS8k Premium dog food: https://amzn.to/34QnS10 Training treats: https://amzn.to/34RmdYW Here is a book that I highly recommend for dogs that pull: Control Unleashed: Reactive to Relaxed by Leslie McDevitt (Affiliate) https://amzn.to/3jUsgnw For dogs showing leash reactivity, you might also find some value in this book: Behavior Adjustment Training 2.0: New Practical Techniques for Fear, Frustration, and Aggression in Dogs by Grisha Stewart (Affiliate) https://amzn.to/3nJXW02 Other great sources of information about loose leash walking 90: Loose Leash Walking - Part 1 from Drinking From the Toilet: Real dogs, Real training https://hannahbranigan.dog/podcast/90/ 91: Loose Leash Walking - Part 2, an episode of Drinking From the Toilet: Real dogs, Real training https://hannahbranigan.dog/podcast/91/ Loose Leash walking TIPS by Dog Training by Kikopup https://youtu.be/3XUaef63Fd4 My filming and editing gear (Affiliate) Camera 1: https://amzn.to/3cNIyeK My favourite lens: https://amzn.to/3AZIySp Camera 2: https://amzn.to/2LgmbDM Lavalier microphone: https://amzn.to/2ZNb8ce USB microphone: https://amzn.to/2YKFx74 Lights: https://amzn.to/3cF3V2o Editing laptop: https://amzn.to/2MuN6w8 Tripod: https://amzn.to/3axZiUR My online presence: Website: http://www.trainmeplease.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainMePlease Twitter: https://twitter.com/sealtrainer Linkedin: au.linkedin.com/in/josegomestmp