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Old 12-13-2009, 06:00 PM   #5
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Hi, our 4 month old yorkie we just got is having some issues walking on her leash. She walks and then sits if you go somewhere she doesnt want to go. Also she takes forever to go poop and pee, was just wondering how in the world is the best way to get to the point of healing?
You should get them used to just having the harness and leash on, before trying the walk

A good method is putting the harness on for a few minutes at a time when in the house and just let them get used to moving with it on. Once comfortable with that, attach the leash and leave it lay on the floor and let your baby just walk around the house and drag it (this too may take a few times to get used to also) just make sure she is always in your site

Once that is good, pick up the leash and practice a little bit at a time in the house, then in the yard, etc. Baby steps, not all dogs are instictively good on the leashed walk and must be trained to do so. Patience and persistence and reward. I would never drag them along to try to make them learn to walk, though.
Have you tried a puppy kindergarten class? Good basic training
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