We have a crazy bloodhound and need help
Gentle leaders are not for every dog, especially not for sensitive dogs and usually herding dogs react badly to them. GL'S MUST BE DESENSITIZED TO ALL DOGS. Do not expect to buy a gentle leader, put it on your dog and go out walking that day or the next or the next. It needs to be desensitized over a good couple weeks before going out and walking properly.
And like all other tools, this does NOT teach loose leash walking. This is only for you to be able to gain control, and teach LLW yourself.
Gentle leaders work by putting uncomfortable pressure on a dog's neck. There are rare cases of GL's causing tissue damage.
I had much better success with positive reinforcement than with the GL. Because just like with any other tool, a dog can get used to the pain/discomfort and just start pulling again.
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June 17th, 2009 at 7:54 pm
Try this link.
It worked on my dog.
GOOD LUCK!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFgtqgiAKoQ
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June 17th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
I have used the Halti with good results. I use two leashes, one on the halti and one on the regular collar.
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June 17th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
Ive seen them used and they work wonders. Although I always feel bad for the dog cause I can see their frustration!
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June 17th, 2009 at 9:20 pm
Love them.. They worked wonders for my dogs and the mad pulling. Now they walk like angels and don't need the Gentle Leader.. They really are gentle too. Your dog will not pull because they get turned in a different direction. Its awesome.
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June 17th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
I personally don't like them because they don't train a dog to stay in position. Once you take it off, the dog is back to running all over the place. I prefer a well fitted prong collar and a training regimen.
ADD:
I just read Denise answer and I guess I was wrong. Whatever works for your dog!
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June 17th, 2009 at 10:18 pm
We were told that our dog would get used to it but 10 years later she was still sticking her face in snowbanks and running, trying to scratch the leader off of her nose.
I'm not sure if it would be strong enough if your dog is nuts.
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June 17th, 2009 at 10:25 pm
I am not sure that it would work on a blood hound. They have really big lips dont they? the gentle leader needs to be tight around the mouth. They are good or bad depending on how they work for the dog and the owner knowing how to use it correctly. Same as any other training tool. Prong collars tend to work better for larger dogs as long as the owner does not abuse it and they make sure it fits properly.
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June 17th, 2009 at 11:06 pm
Gentle leaders are not for every dog, especially not for sensitive dogs and usually herding dogs react badly to them. GL'S MUST BE DESENSITIZED TO ALL DOGS. Do not expect to buy a gentle leader, put it on your dog and go out walking that day or the next or the next. It needs to be desensitized over a good couple weeks before going out and walking properly.
And like all other tools, this does NOT teach loose leash walking. This is only for you to be able to gain control, and teach LLW yourself.
Gentle leaders work by putting uncomfortable pressure on a dog's neck. There are rare cases of GL's causing tissue damage.
I had much better success with positive reinforcement than with the GL. Because just like with any other tool, a dog can get used to the pain/discomfort and just start pulling again.
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LLW video:
http://www.dogster.com/video/418007/Loose_leash_walking
Victoria Stillwell's LLW:
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/homegarden/2008690105_zhom31dogwalking.html
Threads discussing the GL:
http://www.dogster.com/forums/Behavior_and_Training/thread/620675
http://www.dogster.com/forums/Behavior_and_Training/thread/619286
http://www.dogster.com/forums/Behavior_and_Training/thread/615182
June 17th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
I purchased a gentle leader harness for my dog and it worked wonders. I suggest the harness and not the thing around the nose.
In addition to the harness, you need to train as well. Heel is a good place to start. Obedience training is an excellent way to bond with your dog and establish your role as pack leader. Once that is accomplished, your dog is far more likely to listen to you.
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June 18th, 2009 at 12:07 am
they work really well once the dog gets used to it. there is a steep learning curve and you might want to get help from a pro to get it fitted and put it on the first few times.. especially with a breed like a blood hound because you'll be fighting his natural and very strong inclination to smell everything and chase every scent. Once he/she gets used to it though, i think you'll find it has revolutionized the way you walk your dog.
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used to teach dog training classes
June 18th, 2009 at 12:27 am
I recommend them a lot, as well as the Halti, which i prefer because of the saftey clip (which you could easily get for a Gentle Leader) and because the one single strip of nylon on the Gentle Leader because it causes irritation and can often become quite sore if your dog is a serios puller, (the Halti has padding and better distrubutes the force from pulling across the whole face and muzzle). But they work great but some dogs hate them and become impossible to walk in which case I like the Lupi which also works wonders. Hope this helps.
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4 years and counting of experience working in a pet store
Have had dogs my whole life, 15 year old healthy mix breed at home
June 18th, 2009 at 1:06 am
I've never heard anything but good things! We haven't had to use one on our dog because we've taught her from the beginning pulling won't be allowed.
I have asked many people how it works for them. Nearly all of them say, "I never thought it was going to work but thought I'd give it a try and it works like a charm! Ever since we've put it on s/he hasn't been pulling."
Although you should know dogs don't like the Gentle Leader being put on them. So you should put a treat through the loop so they'll put their muzzle into it, then strap it and continue to treat. It's MUCH better to slowly introduce rather than just take them on a walk with it and have them freak out.
On a last note, using the Gentle Leader doesn't mean the problem is fixed, it simply stops them from pulling. They still require training. If you don't as soon as you take it off they'll resort back to pulling. So when your dog walks well, praise and treat. Show them that's what you want. But, the Gentle Leader does allow you to successfully do the training without him pulling.
Good luck!
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June 18th, 2009 at 1:32 am
I would use the Easy Walk -available at Petsmart
Its a harness that has the leash hook in the front of their chest. So when they go to pull, it just turns their body around to face you.
It works great. My Dane had begun a pulling problem. With the Easy walk and obedience classes, she is a great heeler. Working on that CGC award :0)
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June 18th, 2009 at 1:39 am
we tried to use one on our Australian cattle dog (or blue heeler) & he just kept pulling on it…it did not work at all & he hated it! i just had to be persistant w/ regular collars and kept working w/ him! it took a while but he has gotten better o the leash!
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