Things You'll Need:
- Collar
- Leash
- Puppy treats
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Step 1
Attach a collar and leash to your puppy while you are still in the house. This will be a signal that you are going outside. Once outside, stop and pet your puppy. Make him aware of you and not the multitude of things outside that he is interested in.
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Step 2
Start to walk in a normal manner. If the puppy follows, praise him greatly. If he balks or tries to head in a different direction, use the leash to give a sharp tug in the direction you are going. Walk over to the dog and give it some encouragement to come with you. If he obeys and begins to follow you, reward him with a small treat.
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Step 3
Tug him in the direction that you want him to walk by giving him another sharp tug to get his attention if he begins to wander. When he returns to your side, praise him verbally again. Stop and wait for him to stop also. If he stops by you, praise him again and give him a small treat.
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Step 4
Repeat Steps 2 and 3 a few times and reward and discipline as appropriate. The attention span for the puppy is only for about 10 to 15 minutes at the early stages. You will need to practice this training at least three to four times a day for at least 2 months before it is "learned" behavior.
