My dog.....?

Question

Everytime I rt to take him for a walk, he drags me. And when I correct him, he still drags. I've tried everything I can think of. I need to take him for walks because he is about 20 pouonds over weight and the vet says if he doesn't lose weight soon, he is going to die. Please help and don't give any bull because I can't deal with it and you WILL be reported.

Answer 1

I use this face harness (doesn't harm the dog). It's actually a lead that wraps around their neck and across their nose. If they wander too far ahead or to the side, a gentle pressure is applied to their nose so they learn that the most comfortable(and fun!) place to be is right behind you, where they should be.

What JCW says below actually!! It's called a Gentle Leader.

Answer 2

If an obedience course is not an option, look into a Gentle Leader....



Why and How the Gentle Leader® Headcollar Works





First of all, the Gentle Leader® Headcollar is NOT a muzzle. When fitted properly, your dog is free to open his mouth to eat, drink, pant, fetch, bark and even bite - except when you close his mouth by pulling on the leash.



The Gentle Leader® Headcollar features two soft nylon straps - the collar portion fits high at the top of the neck, and the nose loop fits loosely and comfortably across the base of the muzzle. Each strap has a distinct and important effect.







The Nose Loop - Dogs are naturally "pack" animals with a highly structured social order. One of the ways the "pack leader" will demonstrate his position is to gently but firmly grasp a subordinate's muzzle in his mouth. This is a non-aggressive, very clear signal regarding who's the boss! The Gentle Leader's® nose loop encircles your dog's muzzle in this same manner, letting him know in his own language that you are his leader. Dogs feel more secure when they know who the leader is.



The Neck Strap - Have you noticed how puppies seem to melt in relaxation when their mother picks them up at the back of the neck? Gentle Leader® applies pressure to the back of the neck rather than the front of the throat, working with your dog's natural relaxation instinct with an amazing calming effect. Also, dogs tend to pull against pressure so the gentle pressure at the back of the neck causes the dog to pull backward, not forward. This means an end to leash pulling forever!



Teaches "Sit" - The Gentle Leader® Headcollar quickly encourages controlled sitting - raise your dog's nose skyward and he lowers his hindquarters - no pushing or shoving.

Answer 3

I heard that it was helpful to tie a dog with this problem to a tree or something that they can't move for about 10 minutes a day. I have never tried it before. A dog would need to be supervised however. Also when you take your dog for a walk take him on a short leash that will help with jerking and gives you more control. That I do know works from experience. Also just more practice and teach him obedience will help. Show him you are in charge. I hope you get this problem worked out and your dog back to a healthy weight.

Answer 4

My dog used to do that. Have you tried obedience classes? They usually cover leash walking. But if you don't want to do that, you can try a chain training collar. You have to be really careful with those, though. You need to make sure you have it on the right way. I'm not talking about the cruel ones with the spikes in them... they have chain collars that have nylon rope woven in with the chain, and when the dog pulls you can give it a quick yank to correct him. The sound of the chain usually gets their attention.



I also used to just stop walking when he would pull. He'd get the idea and slow down.



Good luck... it's great that you're so dedicated to keeping him healthy. :)

Answer 5

try using a different leash or get a choker collar on him.[it wont hurt him.]or you could even get a harness for him.and if nothing works ask your vet or take him to obedience training.you can try what im doing with my dog because he does the same thing.if your dog starts pulling to hard dont just pull and pull on him because then it teaches him to pull more and more.if he pulls to hard give him a quick tug on the leash and tell him to sit.and then when hes sitting just keep him there for about 1 or 2 min.and then start walking again and if he keeps dragging do the same exact thing.its working very very well for my dog he doesnt even really pull anymore.its just a little bit of pulling still but hes inproved so you can try that.it worked for my dog so i hope it works for yours.

Answer 6

first make sure you have strong enough lead that wont hurt your hand.from the minute you put the lead on take control of him,i.e,when you leave the house make sure you step out the door before he does so your controlling the walk not him.because if they think they're the leader of the pack they think they are going out to hunt and they will then lead to protect you.when you're out walking try this one.When he starts to pull,change your direction an they will rus to catch up,then do it again when he pulls,he'll start to realise after a while that he has to stay with you because he has to follow you to keep up.also to help,with that have a few treats-mine likes veg,with you to praise him.if not try a dog trainer.

Answer 7

My golden retriever was hard to walk too. Finally I bought her a "halti" and it gives me complete control of her. If she pull, it closes on her mouth ....dogs don't like to have their mouths kept closed. When she loosens up on it, then the halti allows her mouth to open again. The "gentle leaders" are also supposed to be good. Invest in something right away....it's well worth it and makes going for a walk such an enjoyable experience.

Answer 8

Try a German Pinch Collar. They are the collars that have the prongs that will pinch them if it's used correctly. Do not fear-the prongs do not hurt the dog. I had to put it on my thigh to believe that it was not going to hurt my dog. They work WONDERS! I had a hybrid wolf a long time ago and that was the only thing I could use to get him to not drag me. 5 years later, I own/breed/show AKC AmStaffs (UKC Pit Bulls) and i still use that collar. My male will drag me (He's 80 lbs and I'm 5'4" and 120lbs) down the street unless I have that collar on him. He kind of runs when I get it out. Only because he knows he will have to behave. try it. I promise you will love it!!

Answer 9

Put a British slip lead on him. At the highest part of the neck the way they do in dog shows. Start out with him beside you. When he pulls pull up on the leash firmly to snap him out of it.

Answer 10

Try a Halti or a Gentle Leader. I have Bloodhounds and they drag me all the time. Good for you getting the exercise.

Answer 11

get a leash called the gentle leader. i had a 75 lb boxer who pulled. also try to go some classes at like petsmart that helped me too

Answer 12

Go to a dog park, where he won't have to be on a leash so he won't drag you.

Answer 13

What kind of leash are you using?? You could try using a choker leash, so that when he pulls it tightens and when he walks with you it's comfortable.

Answer 14

be very nice spend a lot of time with him he will listen to you that's how my dog loves me and listen to me and if you report me i will report you because i am only 10

Answer 15

he just needs training not to pull so hard



when he starts to drag you, you can gently tug the leash and give him a one word command. (easy, slow) i use "easy"