Great video! The long line mechanics might seem simple, but when you're out and about with a dog on the other end, it can get tricky! Some things to add that might be helpful for other people, if you need to get your dog back to you or away from something quickly and you cannot wind up the line fast enough, wind and run the other way at the same time. Also, I like to use play (and of course treats) to encourage re-orientation like it's done in the video. When my dog gets to the end of the line, sometimes I'll stop, make a play gesture, and then run off in the other direction. For a lot of dogs you become a magnet, and they get really excited with the game of chase! I also taught my boy a cue to let him know that I'm untangling his lead (this will happen sometimes despite our efforts to prevent it!). I say "Let me fix your leash" and he'll stop and let me pick up his leg and fix the line. It's also important to attach the long line to a harness and not a collar. Dogs will have more momentum when running on the long line because of the increased distance, and if they're running far away and they hit the end of the line on a collar, you could cause some serious damage. Also, remember to wear some gloves! Rope burn really hurts!
Yeah you are right! Those human mechanics are trickier than they look! Spending time developing those are important. In next week's video we will dive a bit deeper towards getting your dog back to you! I am glad you have figured out a way to stay exciting to help keep your dog engaged with you for long line adventures!
I’m having so many problems with my dog. We’ve been using the long line since he was a puppy and I have rewarded for his attention and done tons of successful recall but then he gets bored with that and everything is a huge distraction and I can’t get past him then reaching the end of the line all the time, even worse if he’s near water. I can get a good loose leash on a collar walk near to home. How do I get past everything being such a distraction he’s constantly pulling.
Nice video! Thanks for sharing. I was just wondering... what if suddenly your dog starts to run after something away from you in a fast way? What you can do to stop it without hurting yourself or/and him?
Great question. If this happens often you might find a pair of gloves helpful and it likely would mean that you’d need to spend more time working on foundations of attention and loose leash. If this is a more rare occurrence than I slowly tighten my hand over the lead to act as a brake before stopping it. I keep the line close and am always very aware of surroundings to try to be proactive. The dog is always in a body harness, which is the safest way for them to pull.
I use nylon webbibg, bought in bulk from the local sportshop. I knot it every 2ft or so to facilitate easy fast looping and also as a break for my grip if I need it!
great video! it's good to see what I was doing right, and how I can build onto the skill
Awesome! So glad to hear it was helpful for you!
Great video! The long line mechanics might seem simple, but when you're out and about with a dog on the other end, it can get tricky! Some things to add that might be helpful for other people, if you need to get your dog back to you or away from something quickly and you cannot wind up the line fast enough, wind and run the other way at the same time. Also, I like to use play (and of course treats) to encourage re-orientation like it's done in the video. When my dog gets to the end of the line, sometimes I'll stop, make a play gesture, and then run off in the other direction. For a lot of dogs you become a magnet, and they get really excited with the game of chase! I also taught my boy a cue to let him know that I'm untangling his lead (this will happen sometimes despite our efforts to prevent it!). I say "Let me fix your leash" and he'll stop and let me pick up his leg and fix the line. It's also important to attach the long line to a harness and not a collar. Dogs will have more momentum when running on the long line because of the increased distance, and if they're running far away and they hit the end of the line on a collar, you could cause some serious damage. Also, remember to wear some gloves! Rope burn really hurts!
Yeah you are right! Those human mechanics are trickier than they look! Spending time developing those are important. In next week's video we will dive a bit deeper towards getting your dog back to you! I am glad you have figured out a way to stay exciting to help keep your dog engaged with you for long line adventures!
This is so true, and such a great video! Thanks so much!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
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Awesome video thx!!!
You bet! Glad you liked it!
I’m having so many problems with my dog. We’ve been using the long line since he was a puppy and I have rewarded for his attention and done tons of successful recall but then he gets bored with that and everything is a huge distraction and I can’t get past him then reaching the end of the line all the time, even worse if he’s near water. I can get a good loose leash on a collar walk near to home. How do I get past everything being such a distraction he’s constantly pulling.
Great video! Is there a specific long line you recommend or prefer?
We often use biothane long lines. They are easier to clean and softer on the hands.
Is this line a 3/8 width?
It is, yes!
Nice video! Thanks for sharing. I was just wondering... what if suddenly your dog starts to run after something away from you in a fast way? What you can do to stop it without hurting yourself or/and him?
Great question. If this happens often you might find a pair of gloves helpful and it likely would mean that you’d need to spend more time working on foundations of attention and loose leash.
If this is a more rare occurrence than I slowly tighten my hand over the lead to act as a brake before stopping it. I keep the line close and am always very aware of surroundings to try to be proactive.
The dog is always in a body harness, which is the safest way for them to pull.
I use nylon webbibg, bought in bulk from the local sportshop. I knot it every 2ft or so to facilitate easy fast looping and also as a break for my grip if I need it!