Teaching the heel command is essential as a basic skill. Learn how to fade out help and introduce the walking portion of heel. Remember, heel is a leash walking command that the dog needs to stay focused on, so breaking it down into components will be crucial for long-term success.

I talk about teaching the heel command on a retractable with a fearful dog. More diving into the why I’m doing it this way to make sure the dog is clear and understands what will come next, helping them gain confidence along the way.

Teaching a heel command beginning steps such as teaching the basic and how I apply it in movement

It’s totally normal to revisit things your dog once knew. Maybe it’s maturity, a new environment, or you’ve been lax. That's the case for Wild; no reinforcement lately, so here are the steps I took to get his mind right and bring clarity to the expectations of leash walking. This is a how to with description and practical application.

Teaching Toffee how to come into heel position

How to refresh a heel command with a dog who has prior training. Troubleshooting and adjusting so their successful and you can move forward quickly.

Crash course on loose leash walking.

The beginning stages of teaching your dog about leash pressure and space.