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Experienced dog walkers are crucial in ensuring our canine companions get the exercise and socialization they need regularly. But there are six tips dog walkers wish every dog owner knew first about good leash training, proper equipment and ID, and clear communication!
Keep reading to learn more.
1. Leash Training is Crucial
Well-trained leash behavior is essential for safe and enjoyable walks. Dogs that pull or lunge can be challenging to handle and may create dangerous situations for the dog walker, your dog, and others. If your dog does not walk nicely on a leash, be upfront and honest with the dog walker before something terrible happens.
2. Proper Equipment is Key
Make sure all equipment (collars, harnesses, or slip leads) is fitted correctly and suitable for your dog’s size, breed, and typical walking behavior.
- Collars: When using a collar, ensure it properly fits the dog’s neck, is positioned high on the neck just below the ears, and is snug enough to fit just two fingers.
- Harnesses: Some dogs may benefit from a well-fitted harness rather than a collar, offering better control and comfort. However, a harness may make this behavior worse for dogs that love to pull.
- Slip Lead Leash: This simple leash can help prevent a dog from slipping out of his collar or leash. But it should never be too tight around the dog’s neck.
NOTE: some dogs are adept at slipping out of their collars or harnesses, so make sure your dog always wears their ID tag. (See next tip.)
3. Proper Identification is a Must
Ensure your dog always wears a current ID tag if he slips out of its harness or collar during a walk. Proper ID helps ensure your dog can return home quickly.
4. Clear Communication is Essential
Make sure your dog walker understands your dog’s walking preferences, such as preferred times and routes or behavioral quirks (like a high prey drive) that need to be managed.
Clear communication sets:
- Expectations.
- Enhances the walking experience and
- Ensures the safety of both the walker and your dog.
You can never give your dog walker too much information! Create a written checklist for the dog walker.
In addition, if your dog has health issues, arthritis, injuries, or allergies, give your dog walker this essential information.
5. Consistent Routines are Beneficial
Dogs thrive on consistency. A predictable and consistent schedule helps canines feel secure and makes walks more manageable for the dog walker. Sudden changes in timing or frequency can cause your dog undue anxiety or worse.
6. Treats and Rewards
Let your dog walker know where the treats are and how to use them effectively to encourage and reinforce your dog’s positive behavior during walks.
In Conclusion
Remember, experienced and prepared dog walkers ensure a better and safer experience for both your dog and the walker! Dog owners can contribute to a more enjoyable walking experience for their pets and the professionals who care for them by sticking to consistent schedules and tasty rewards for good behavior!
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