Tips for Walking Two Dogs

Walking two dogs can be a serious challenge. I've been walking 3 dogs (currently 2, RIP Buddy) for the past 4 years and I've learned a trick or two to make walking 2 dogs much simpler and honestly, more fun Of course, you've got to be patient. Patience, time, and consistency are vital to successfully walking two dogs at the same time. (Also, these tips are still helpful if you only have one dog!) 1. Train Individually This isn't negotiable. You MUST train your dogs separately before you practice training them together. Walking 2 un-trained dogs will lead to tangling, frustration, and not enjoyable walks. Our dogs need that 1-to-1 focus, so put in the extra time and train each dog individually! 2. Use the Right Gear Like any effort in life, having the right gear does make a difference. I've tried way too many harnesses and leashes and finally found which ones work best.  A double-leash with a waistband is vital. Once you're ready to walk both dogs together, having a double leash will make your life much easier. And the waistband may seem awkward at first, but it helps tremendously. This is the one I use: https://amzn.to/2SQk5yb And I ALWAYS use the Freedom No-Pull Harness with all of my dogs. Every single walk. Here is a link to try it out (measure twice, buy once): https://pfrd.site/harnesss 3. Reward Positive Moments This is the most underrated leash walking tip... reward the good moments. I know it sounds overly simple, but I see people constantly only worrying about the "bad" moments and never rewarding the "good" moments out on walks. You can't just constantly tell your dog what NOT to do... That's only one side of the equation. When your dog gives you eye contact, mark and reward. When your dog is by your side, mark and reward. When your dog does NOT react to a dog, bike, skateboard, etc., mark and reward. Reward ALL of the positive moments. Again, practice patience and be consistent! What else has helped you when walking two dogs?  Please review and subscribe!! Thanks for listening 🐾 Download the Pupford app here: https://pfrd.site/app-leashwalking Subscribe on YouTube here: https://pfrd.site/subscribe-youtube Check out all podcast episodes here: https://pfrd.site/podcast Intro music cred to Kevin May: https://soundcloud.com/kevin_may