by Karen | Apr 22, 2026 | Leash Walking
There is one mistake dog owners make on walks that quietly makes everything worse. They take their dog’s behaviour personally. The dog barks at another dog, lunges at a squirrel, stiffens at a person, or erupts over something unexpected, and the owner instantly feels...
by Karen | Apr 15, 2026 | Dog Training, Leash Walking, Uncategorized
People love to say “calm, assertive leadership.” It sounds good. It sounds wise. It sounds like something you would stitch onto a decorative pillow and place somewhere nobody actually lives. But when owners are out walking a dog who has just spotted another dog, a...
by Karen | Mar 16, 2026 | Leash Walking
If your dog walks nicely until another dog shows up, you’re not alone. That’s where many owners discover whether they are truly leading the walk, or just enjoying a temporary stretch of peace. In the first two articles in this leash walking series, I talked about...
by Karen | Mar 10, 2026 | Leash Walking
Spring is almost here, and for dog owners, that means longer walks, warmer weather, and more time outside. But if your dog turns every walk into a tug-of-war, the season can feel more stressful than enjoyable. Leash pulling is one of the most common frustrations dog...
by Karen | Feb 24, 2026 | Leash Walking
If you think loose leash walking begins at the end of your driveway, you’re already behind. It begins inside your house. It begins with this shift: Stop trying to control your dog with the leash. Start becoming someone your dog wants to follow. Because here’s the...
by Karen | Dec 1, 2025 | Karen Laws, Leash Walking
Have you ever watched your dog unravel on a walk or at the door and thought, “Why is this still happening. I’m doing everything I know how to do.” Most owners feel that way long before they ever ask for help. If that sounds familiar, you are in the right place. Before...
