I've been holding off posting this, but I've realized today that I can't. I have tried to train Mikey off 2 things I absolutely cannot stand anymore. I hate dreading taking my dog for a walk, it's been like this for awhile now, and it's taken a turn for the worse. I just hate being irritable when I get back from walks, I hate getting mad at him. I would love walking him if he didn't do these two things: Barking and attempting to chase cars, and Pulling on the lead. The pulling is horrendous. I have tried multiple times to train this out of him, and I guess I'm doing it wrong? He has pulled my arm really hard, causing pain, and honestly I know he doesn't mean it but I can't take it. He's a strong dog and it's very frustrating. I have also tried harness and a british training lead..to no avail. What I would do, is make him sit every time and wait for me, hold the leash tightly. He could choke himself and not even care. I just don't get it.
The barking/attempting to chase cars is ridiculous. I have never seen or heard of any dog who does this. It's not only annoying, it's dangerous to his well-being. If he ever got off the leash, he'd go after a car for sure. I really really want to work with him on both these things. I honestly have no idea where to start, especially with the whole chasing cars thing. I've tried distracting him with treats..didn't work either.
I am just asking for advice. I really need to end this. I want to enjoy walking Mikey. Any Advice?
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