u/Competitive_Deer3521

My toy poodle is 9 months old and is very enthusiastic when we’re out walking. 😅 He constantly pulls on the leash and wants to go from one place to another, stopping to sniff, changing direction,and generally wanting to do everything at once.

On top of that, he also barks and whines at other dogs when we see them, especially if they are close or moving. It seems like a mix of excitement and frustration because he really wants to go to them.

I’m working on loose-leash walking and trying to keep him calm around distractions, but it can be quite challenging because he gets so excited outside.

For those with toy poodles or other energetic puppies around this age: what worked best for teaching your dog not to pull and to stay calm around other dogs?

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