DOG PULLING ON LEAD

Does your dog pull you through every walk?

Walks can quickly become tiring and stressful when your dog constantly pulls ahead, changes direction or struggles to stay connected with you.

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More enjoyable walks can feel possible.

Lead pulling can make even a short walk feel physically demanding and difficult to manage.

With practical guidance and consistent training, your dog can learn to walk with greater focus while you feel calmer and more confident handling the lead.

HOW WE HELP

Support for pulling and stressful walks.

At Dogaholics, we help dogs develop calmer lead-walking skills using practical, positive training suited to everyday life.

Training can help you understand why your dog pulls, improve communication and make walks feel more comfortable for everyone involved.

TRAINING SUPPORT

Helping your dog walk calmly beside you.

Walks should be an enjoyable opportunity to spend time together. When your dog continually pulls, surges forward or becomes distracted, outings can leave you feeling frustrated, uncomfortable or unsure how to respond.

Lead pulling can happen for many reasons. Your dog may be excited to explore, eager to reach something ahead or simply unsure what is expected while walking.

Dogaholics provides practical training to help you communicate more clearly, reward the behaviours you want and build skills that can be used during real everyday walks.

The aim is not to force your dog into a rigid walking position. It is to help you and your dog move together with greater comfort, attention and connection.

Lead-Walking Training Session

Personalised support for dogs who pull, rush ahead or find it difficult to remain focused during walks.

Behaviour and walking assessment
Identification of distractions and motivators
Practical lead-handling guidance
Loose-lead walking exercises
Personalised training plan
Investment: $320

WHY DOGAHOLICS

Practical help for real-life walks.

Training is designed around your dog, your usual walking environments and the situations that make lead walking difficult.

You will receive clear, supportive guidance that helps you understand what to practise and how to respond when challenges arise.

THE OUTCOME

Enjoy calmer, more connected walks together.

Constant pulling can make pet parents avoid certain routes, shorten walks or feel anxious before leaving home.

With the right training and support, your dog can learn to pay greater attention, respond more calmly to the lead and move through everyday environments with better focus.

The goal is not a perfectly controlled walk every time. It is helping you and your dog feel comfortable, connected and able to enjoy your time outside together.

our process

Why Dogaholics training works.

Dogaholics identifies the underlying cause.

Most unwanted behaviours are symptoms, not the problem itself. Barking, pulling, lunging, anxiety and reactivity often stem from underlying emotions, learning experiences and unmet needs. We take the time to understand what is driving your dog’s behaviour so we can address the cause, not just manage the symptoms.

Dogaholics science based training.

Using evidence-based behavioural science and positive kind reinforcement methods, we create a personalised training plan for your dog. By building new skills, confidence and emotional resilience, we help your dog learn better ways to respond to the world around them.

Happy and confident  lasting outcomes.

When the underlying cause is understood and the right skills are developed, meaningful change becomes possible. The result is a calmer, more confident dog, clearer communication, a stronger relationship and practical behaviours that support a happier life together.

locations

Proudly serving Newcastle & Lake Macquarie

Dogaholics provides personalised dog and cat training services throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and surrounding suburbs, helping local families create calmer and more enjoyable lives with their pets.

Frequently asked questions

Why does my dog pull on the lead?

Dogs may pull because they are excited, eager to explore, trying to reach something or have not yet learned how to walk comfortably on a loose lead. Understanding what motivates your dog is an important first step. Training can then help you encourage calmer choices and clearer communication during walks.

Can an older dog learn to stop pulling?

Yes. Dogs of many ages can develop better lead-walking skills with clear guidance, suitable rewards and consistent practice. Training will be adjusted to suit your dog’s age, physical comfort, previous experience and individual needs.

Will changing the lead or harness stop the pulling?

The right equipment can improve comfort and make handling easier, but equipment alone usually does not teach a dog how to walk calmly. Dogaholics can help you select suitable equipment while also showing you practical training techniques that build lasting walking skills.

How quickly will my dog improve?

Every dog learns at a different pace. Progress can depend on your dog’s history, level of excitement, walking environment and how consistently new skills are practised. Some pet parents notice early improvements quickly, while more established pulling habits may require additional time and support.

Can you help if my dog also barks or lunges?

Yes. Pulling may occur alongside barking, lunging, fear, frustration or overexcitement around dogs, people or other distractions. A behaviour assessment may be recommended so Dogaholics can better understand what is happening and identify the most suitable training approach.

Do you offer dog training in Newcastle?

Dogaholics provides practical training support for pet parents throughout Newcastle and surrounding service areas. Contact the team with your location and the challenges you are experiencing to discuss the most appropriate service.

Not sure where to start?

Every dog and walking challenge is different. Get in touch to discuss your dog’s pulling, your goals and the most suitable training support.

Need help with your dog pulling on the lead?

If walks feel tiring or difficult to manage, Dogaholics can help you understand your dog and build calmer, more comfortable walking skills.

I can't thank Eve enough for helping me and my dog Stan. She addressed all of the issues Stan had (especially Barking at possums and recall)and gave me the confidence,that with the training I had done with Stan under Eve's instructions and the traing that i continue to give him, he will turn out a well balanced and happier dog.I highly recomend Eve at Dogaholics Dog Training and Behaviour Services.

Ian Sutcliffe

The setup was fantastic — each dog had its own separate space, and the dividers worked so well to help them stay calm without seeing each other. I also really appreciated the venue; my puppy loved having the chance to settle inside the class and then enjoy little breaks outside in the large green area. And of course, Eve was amazing — not only teaching us new techniques, but also sharing videos and resources that were incredibly helpful.

Sabrina Syed

I recently used Eve for three training sessions for my dog, Willow. It's clear that Eve is very passionate about her work, taking time to explain theory and to provide practical demonstration of techniques to use. With practise at home, I've seen great success with Willow. Eve is a fantastic trainer and teacher and I would highly recommend her services.

Andrae Foenander

Highly recommend Eve. She helped us with our reactive/anxious X Staffy who had just been recently attacked by another dog. Eve was kind and non judgmental during the consult. The space where she does the consult is also very dog specific --both an inside and outside area. We noticed positive progress in our dog within days of following her advice.

gail bonnor

We reached out to Eve for a behaviour consultation after our dog started showing some concerning behaviours. The sessions were very informative and useful - not just for our dog but for us too. Eve took the time to explain why the behaviour was happening and gave us clear, practical strategies to support him. We also realise some of our actions were making things worse for our poor boy! We are really grateful and would highly recommend Dogaholics to anyone needing a knowledgeable and compassionate trainer and behaviourist!

Sammy

Eve was very knowledgeable and offered fantastic advice. I have a very nervous rescue dog that usually takes a long time to settle in new places or around strangers but Eve made her feel so comfortable within our first visit, so quickly you would have thought it was her second home. Definitely recommend Dogaholics.

Amber

I would personally recommend Dogaholics Behaviour Assessor Eve I give her 5 stars for her help. To anyone that has a declared dangerous dog. My dog Buddy was a declared dangerous dog for 3 years but with the help of Eves Assessment he is now a free man and had his Dangerous Dog Declaration revoked thank you so much Eve for your help i greatly appreciate it so does Buddy he is a much happier dog now he is free and not stuck in a cage .😊

joanne mirabito

Puppy school with Eve from Dogaholics was great, we're first time dog owners and learnt lots and feel we have the knowledge to keep our puppy training going well.

Simon Bush

Had a great time with Eve and the puppy school. Lots of fun and we learnt heaps. Would recommend to anyone with a puppy

Luke Aiello

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