Hi there Beth,
Kudos for rescuing this girl! I *totally* understand the frustration
of dealing with a fully grown, large dog who is not trained and who
pulls like crazy. I think we've all experienced that some time or
another.
I would recommend finding a reward-based training class in your area.
A basic obedience class will help you with all the issues you seem to
be having, and being shown these things can be a lot easier than just
reading it and wondering if you're doing it correctly.
I won't get into collars because that is bound to start arguments, but
training classes recommend you have at least a flat buckle collar.
In the meantime, The Sense-Ation harness has helped me and my dog a
TON. The pulling is minimized so you can concentrate on training, and
it's comfortable for the dog as well.
Dawn (who really isn't very active on the group, sadly)
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Training Boxer to Walk on a Leash
Posted by: "Beth Bowling" bodad@lavabit.com bbbow235
Mon Apr 30, 2012 5:57 pm (PDT)
I have a wonderful Boxer girl I got from a rescue group.she is about six
years old, and we know nothing about her background. She was found on the
street. I would like to train her to walk beside me, and also to come, sit,
stay.just so I can keep her safe when I do have to take her on a leash. She
does pull rather hard when I put on her harness ( A Sporn Non-Pulling Mesh
Control Harness) and go outside our large fence yard. In our yard she
does seem to respond to "sit" at times..but will not stay if I walk away
from her.
Several years ago, someone dumped a Boxer in my neighborhood.. He had been
very badly abused, but he eventually became my beloved companion. He had
been well trained, and it was such a delight to have him walk nicely on a
leash when we had to go to the vet..he really enjoyed going! I hope that I
can at least teach/train this girl to walk on a leash and not pull this old
lady down!
I would appreciate any suggestions as to the best kind of collar or harness
to use, and any tips on training. I have done a lot of searching on the
web, and that can be a bit confusing..so would appreciate some firsthand
experience.
I do enjoy reading all your posts.
BB
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