Many trainers don't recommend letting your dog walk or pull ahead of you if he is not really well balanced and of a submissive and not dominant nature. Books I've read and TV shows I've watched advise that while you are still training him in your leadership, keep him even with your body during walks or slightly behind you and on a rather short but loose leash, only tightened briefly when you stop if the dog forges ahead, letting it go slack as soon as the dog stops pulling. They also say to precede him through doors, down the hall, etc., until he gets the point and the biting and dominance/aggression, etc., is all behind him. Once he learns you are the leader in the household and he's no longer fearful or dominant/aggressive, you can resort to whatever you prefer. Keep your training even-keeled, patient and rewarding for the dog and he will not only respond well, he will enjoy it so much! Good luck to you and welcome to YT!
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