Petsafe Easy Walk® Headcollar - Manuel (Page 10)

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A dog needs to open his mouth to pant/breathe during physical
activity or stress. Do not keep a constant pull on the lead for more
than about 20 - 30 seconds. Your dog will be able to open his
mouth as needed when there is no tension on the lead.
If positive results take longer, it is almost always due to:
• Improper fi t (Neck Strap too loose, Nose Loop too tight. Key - fi x the Neck Strap First!)
• Lack of a strongly motivating reward (food and praise) or
• Failure to release ALL the tension on the lead the instant the dog does what you want.
Tip Think of your lead as a “yes/no” signal. Total release of the tension on the
lead means “Yes, this is what I want you to do!” Any tension on the lead,
no matter how slight, means “This is NOT what I want you to do, please do
something different.” You can see how important it is that you be very clear
with this signal – if your dog is walking calmly or sitting quietly, be sure to give
him the “yes” signal of TOTAL release on the lead.
Training Guide
Positive Motivation and Rewards
Use positive motivation and rewards to help your dog learn quickly and have fun!
Rewards:
• Use small pieces of a very tasty treat – it helps if your dog is hungry!
• Praise your dog with soft, high-pitched “happy talk” – never yell or harshly scold as this
will frighten your dog and slow his learning.
• Release ALL tension on the lead the instant your dog does what you want (walks calmly,
sits quietly, etc.) – this is very important!
Tip Your reward (especially the release of tension in the lead!) MUST be given
during the desired behaviour or within 0.5 seconds of it ending...otherwise
he won’t know what he’s being rewarded for! Keep treats in a pouch or your
pocket for quick access.