Understand Why Dogs Pull
Pulling is not stubbornness. Learn what is actually driving leash pulling so you can address the root cause instead of constantly correcting the behavior.
Build Engagement On Walks
Discover how to create connection and attention during walks so your dog chooses to stay with you instead of pulling toward every distraction.
Train Skills That Translate To Real Walks
Learn practical exercises and training progressions that help your dog walk calmly on leash in everyday environments, not just in training sessions.
About the webinar
Loose leash walking is one of the most common struggles dog owners face. Many dogs pull, forge ahead, or become distracted because walking on a leash asks them to move in ways that do not come naturally. In this course, you will learn how to look at loose leash walking through a wider lens. Instead of focusing only on stopping pulling, we will address the pieces that actually make calm walking possible. You will learn how engagement, reinforcement, movement patterns, and thoughtful training come together to help your dog stay connected to you during walks. Inside this course you will learn: • Why dogs pull on leash and what drives the behavior • How to build engagement before and during walks • Simple training exercises that build better leash skills • How to practice in ways that translate to real environments • How to create calmer, more enjoyable walks for both you and your dog By the end of the course, you will have a clearer understanding of why leash walking can be challenging and practical tools to help your dog walk more comfortably and successfully by your side.
Liz Vanderhoef, LFDM-W
I’m Liz Vanderhoef, a dog behavior consultant and trainer focused on helping people build clear communication and real life reliability with their dogs. Over the past several years I have worked extensively with dogs struggling with reactivity, adolescent challenges, and engagement issues. Through that work, one pattern became very clear. Many dogs struggle with recall not because they are stubborn, but because the behavior was never truly conditioned. My approach focuses on building behaviors that dogs genuinely want to perform. Instead of relying on repetition or pressure, I teach owners how to create meaning around cues so dogs respond with confidence and enthusiasm.
Make Walks Something You Both Enjoy
Pulling, frustration, and constant corrections do not have to be part of every walk. Learn the skills that help your dog stay connected to you and walk more comfortably by your side.
$39.99