Dog walking basics aren’t always known by new dog owners or foster dog parents, so we put together a dog walk guide to help you get properly informed and prepared. San Diego Dog behaviorist Francis Ryu shares what type of safe leash to use, leash training, practical dog walking tips as well as insights for first-time dog parents and anyone looking to strengthen their bond and control on walks.
Francis Ryu is more than dog behaviorist, he’s a pet parent and foster dog parent in addition to being a dog trainer and service dog specialist. He has fostered over 20 dogs in San Diego over the past few years, including the American Akita pictured. As you learn about walking your dog with Francis, you’ll experience expert level instruction with the basics, focused on compassion, communication, and enjoying your dog walk.
Every dog deserves a calm, confident human and every human deserves tools to walk with calm, connection, and compassion. Utilize the dog walking guide below and build a better bond with the dogs you walk.
In this video, you’ll learn:
• Small dog walks vs. big dog walks
• Best practices for bathroom breaks
• How to avoid triggers and distractions
• Using reinforcers like treats and praise
• The importance of bonding during walks
• Whether or not to allow interactions with unknown dogs
• Choosing a leash or harness
And more!
