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the ground, the noise could startle
the dog. Then invite the dog to follow you around the house or your
courtyard. Then take the leash off
and calmly praise the dog. After
this is going quite well you can
hold the leash and invite the dog
to follow you around, eventually
opening the gate to go outside.
But dont go more than a couple of
steps outside at first. Sit down and
spend some time with your dog
just observing the world outside.
Remember your dog will slowly
pick up on and play off of your
energy. So while looking around,
be calm, confident and happy to
be outside. Little by little you can
venture a little further out. After
some time has passed and your dog is wagging
its tail and happy to have the leash put on and
go out, now you may begin proper normal leash
training.
Follow this slow technique and general idea
when introducing anything new to your rescue
dog. Watch their body language. Its how they
will first communicate with you. A confident
secure and comfortable dog will have its head
up, the tail might not be strait up, that would be
more when focused, but it shouldn’t be tucked
between its legs. They should have relaxed
breathing and not be panting. If your dog isn’t
relaxed, then take a brake and think about if your
approach is to fast or strong.
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It might take some time but the reward of saving an animal from a bad situation and gaining
their trust is one of the most rewarding and loyal
relationships you will ever have.
If your dog is growling or showing signs of aggression, it may be necessary to contact a professional.
And remember to have a thorough health check
and xrays , a lot of dogs aggression comes
from pain. If they have been abused they may
have broken bones that have healed wrong and
various other problems that hurt when they are
touched or picked up. This coupled with a lack of
trust can cause a problem if not recognized and
paid attention to.
I myself am always willing to answer email questions and if in your area, come and
consult with you and your dog. Best of luck and keep saving lives. If you have any
specific dog issues or questions you would like to see addressed in these articles,
please email Alpha [email protected]
Ricky Forester. Alpha. www.alphahanoi.com
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