Re: [PyrNet-L] leash training and question

["Merrilie" <Grammy@biddeford.com>]

What is a pinch collar? I tried the long lead and doing the walking around
the yard in a square... he thought the lead was to eat... and it was all a
game.  So much for that idea.... and I tried using a shorter lead.. which
worked for a bit-- using clicker and treats as rewards... I went running
with him for a bit (I'm tired, why isn't he?????)  gave up, put him in the
house and took my other dog for a walk (that's normal...) and when I got
back, took Sam out once again and he behaved much better (lucky for him!)  I
will have to investigate the collars... does anyone know how those harnesses
work on dogs who pull?
Merrilie

> Merrilie,
>
> Have you tried a pinch collar on Sam?  We used one on our guys when they
were
> in obedience training, and it made a world of difference.  You should be
able
> to get one from your trainer.  Zoe was a puller - "let's go faster Mum!"
and
> it slowed her down.  Tanuki, was the opposite "Alright, I'm coming, just
give
> me a hour or so to get this big bod in gear...oh, what's that over there,
it
> may be more interesting....", and the pinch collar added more emphasis to
my
> commands.  Now, both are much better.  Although, the "come" command - as
in
> "come this instant!" still requires work :-)
>
> Robyn