What should I do if my puppy won’t go on a leash? Come and see

Pet     8:22am, 15 October 2025

In this article, the editor focuses on explaining to you why the dog refuses to walk when walking the dog and how to solve the corresponding knowledge points. If it helps you, please don’t forget to pay attention to this site.

1. Use food or toys to lure

Puppies like freedom and do not like to be restrained, so after putting a leash on it, it may have resistance and become unwilling to walk. Therefore, the owner can use the toys and food that the dog likes to lure, place these things in front of the dog to attract its attention, and then slowly induce the puppy to move forward. At the same time, the owner can also choose a lighter rope to pull. Be careful not to drag or pull hard to avoid injury to the puppy.

2. Training

If it is the first time for the puppy to wear a leash and it will not walk because it is not used to it yet, the owner can train the puppy at this time. At the beginning, you can let the puppy follow you and feed it a small snack every step you take. Later, you can follow it for a certain distance and feed it a small snack. After long-term training, the dog will gradually become familiar with the leash.

3. Soothe

If the puppy refuses to leave soon after going out, it may be because it is the first time to go out and is unfamiliar with the surrounding environment and feels scared. In response to this situation, it is recommended that the owner not take the puppy too far first, but can gently pet it and comfort it. After the puppy gradually becomes familiar with the surrounding environment, the owner can gradually expand the scope of the walk.