How to Get Your Dog to Pay Attention Outdoors
Build the foundations for calmer walks, better lead walking and a dog who chooses to engage with you.
If your dog seems to switch you off the moment you step outside, you're not alone.
Maybe they pull towards every smell, ignore their name or seem far more interested in the environment than they are in you. It can be frustrating, especially when you've been putting the work in at home.
The reality is, your dog isn't doing it on purpose. Outside is a huge step up in distraction, and most dogs simply haven't been taught the skills they need to stay connected with their owner.
Inside this guide, you'll learn the foundations that make all the difference.
By building your dog's attention first, you'll make lead walking and future training much easier.
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I'm a dog trainer who helps owners raise happy, confident dogs using kind, reward-based training. I support puppy owners through those hectic first few months, as well as helping dogs with recall, lead walking and reactivity through online training and coaching.
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