Why Your Dog Pulls on the Leash (And How to Actually Fix It). Season 7 - Eps 53

About this episode

Mike Deathe discusses the reasons dogs pull on the leash and offers solutions to improve walking behavior.

SEND US A QUESTION OR TOPIC FOR A FUTURE SHOW... If every walk feels more like a tug-of-war than a relaxing stroll, you’re not alone—and your dog isn’t just being “bad.” In this episode of the KISS Dog Training Podcast, Mike with KISS Dog Training in Shawnee, KS (serving the Kansas City Metro), Mike breaks down the real reasons dogs pull on the leash, from natural instincts to inconsistent training. You’ll learn why common fixes often fail, how your timing and energy play a bigger role than y...

People in this episode

Host: Mike Deathe

Topics covered

• dog training
• leash pulling
• pet behavior
• training techniques
• dog instincts

Keywords

• leash pulling
• dog training
• pet behavior
• training tips
• dog instincts

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: KISS Dog Training

Places: Shawnee, KS, Kansas City Metro

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