Originally Posted by C_U_Next_Tuesday

When you walk your puppie, you should practice the heel command often.
Stop, pull the dog firmly so that its head is right at your leg...give them a knee in the shoulder to show them who is boss if they dont want to listen, say "heel"..if/when they do it..give them praise and treats. Do this every day..start with on leash.. then move onto off leash.

I have to take my chocolate girl by the collar and put her to the ground quite often.. she is the hunter and likes to be in the brush digging up critters. When I show her dominance, she starts acting right and listening.

My Mr. big wont leave my side....kids call him my hairy tumor.. friends call him the gummi bear..sticks to me like glue.

There is nothing better than having my dogs listen w/o leashes. Makes for easier hikes and snowshoes...good luck