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The Tricky part of Let them Choose
Allowing our dogs to choose what to do can get us into tricky situations. All of us that share our life with dogs have had our fair share of this, even the calmest dog can get excited at the sight of a squirrel!
Walks in urban areas
It is entirely possible to have a great Smiling Leash walk in an urban area, but there are some things worth keeping in mind …
Blu, the Goats and Choosing What Happens Next
Using a long smiling leash can help us is challenging situations. Blu is an Australian cattle dog and in this video he uses it to its full potential, while observing livestock.
Give Me a Moment
When our dogs stop to observe during the walk, we should give them a moment. We may not think about it, but dogs need time to process all the information that arrives via their senses and time to make decisions about what to do with it.
When You Feel Alone
Most of us, that have dog companions, have experienced a difficult situation at some point, or several difficult situations. When things don’t go our way and trouble is ongoing it is difficult to maintain a cheerful and positive attitude. We want to share with you some coping tips and strategies for success.
Observing is Learning
When we give our dogs time to observe and notice things that are happening around them, they make sense of the environment, they process all the information that the senses provide, and they are able to learn from the experience.
Muddy Walks Are Important
Read about how many senses are being stimulated in a muddy walk and why is this so important?
Layka is enjoying this walk a lot. A walk full of sensory information that it is not only fun but a very important part of the dogs' sensory life..
Dogs come in All Sizes
Have you given it some though to the size of your walk and the size of her friends? Sometimes it is nice for small dogs to have the company of similarly sized friends.
Really Seeing Your Dog
It is not necessary to give a name and an explanation for every dog behaviour. Trying to maintain a positive relationship with our dogs comes from not translating our own feelings and understanding their motivation and the meaning for those behaviours.
Why a Smiling Leash should only be attached to an H-harness
We love the fact that people are using long leashes! But it is extremely important that they are always paired with good H-type harnesses. Find out why.
Observe and learn
Dogs have different ways of learning , and observing is one of them. Allowing our dog the time to observe helps them understand the world around them.
Remote Control
Watch the video and think carefully about the handlers approach to this situation. You do not see it to start with but there is a loose dog running downhill towards Ainhoa and Xena. And what does Ainhoa, the leash handler, do?
How do you know if your dog enjoyed the walk?
Dogs can tell us a lot without actually talking. If we just pay a little more attention to their behaviour, dogs can often tell us if a walk was good for them or not. Discover how in this article.
Tailored Walks
Do you know if your dog has special needs when it comes to walks? Read more to find out what to look for when planning your walk.
It’s OK to skip a walk
Walks are an important part of a dog's life but it is not necessary to take a walk every single day. Many of us may feel like we are failing our dogs if we skip a daily walk, but it may be just the opposite. Find out more.
Pulling on the leash: one problem, many reasons
Many dog guardians are facing the problem of pulling on the leash. Here are some guidelines to help you achieve lovely loose-leash walks.
Feeling Safe
What are the main pillars for us and our dogs well-being? Read about security and how it is something we all need to function well and cope with life's challenges. Our dogs' sense of safety depends on us in many ways., what can we do to improve it?
Walk Slowly and Keep the Leash Smiling
To make the dog even more comfortable during the walk, we want the leash to smile and stay off the ground. Have a look at this video of Pepin exploring and investigating to see what slowing during the walks looks like.
Dogs need time to make decisions
When dogs feel unsure, they need time to decide. Giving them this opportunity makes them more self-confident.
Social Walks
Dogs are highly social - but how can we help them have quality time with other dogs and ensure the experience is enjoyable?