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NSW’s proposed crackdown on prong collars is not just a legal change. It is a clear push toward welfare based training. The good news is that loose lead walking is very teachable without pain. Start inside, reward the position you want, stop the moment the lead tightens, and build difficulty in small steps. With the right harness and a consistent plan, most dogs improve quickly and stay safer and calmer on walks.
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When choosing a trainer, seek out experts with credentials from the Delta Institute or who are members of RSPCA Australia, APDT Australia, or PPG Australia. Puppy to Dog School in Castle Hill offers dependable and certified training programs designed especially for pups and teenage canines.
Many reputable puppy school Sydney providers also follow international standards from organisations such as CCPDT and AVSAB. These bodies publish position statements on humane training and support positive reinforcement training over punishment.
Two short walks daily help, but sniff time regulates arousal even more. Let your dog forage on grass and work a puzzle feeder at home. Rotate puzzle types so novelty stays high. Feed part of each meal through training and puzzles so calm earns food.
The Castle Hill Showground has lower dog arenas that open for off leash exercise at set times. Check council pages for opening hours and rules before you go. Start with short visits so your puppy is not overwhelmed.
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