Haltis and Headcollars
Haltis and headcollars work off the theory that where the dog’s head goes, the body follows. They can be an effective tool for those that lack strength and dexterity, those whose dogs are large and prone to collar-pulling, and those who need to juggle other things, such as a baby stroller. Using a Halti for stroller walks can make the experience much easier and safer for you, your dog, and your baby.
How to safely walk your dog with a baby in a stroller
Having a well-mannered dog while pushing a stroller is a must. After your baby arrives, you want to include your dog in as many activities as you can surrounding your newborn. If your dog is used to pulling on the leash now, lunging towards people/dogs, or continually fighting you over leadership, managing both the dog and stroller will be challenging. These videos demonstrate each step of how to teach your dog a Halti tool. Your walks will become less stressful, and your dog will enjoy the benefits of being part of the family stroll.
Move through these videos at your dog’s pace. The most significant part of them wearing the Halti is accepting it on their muzzle. Each dog is unique in how they respond to the training tool. Practice each video until you and your dog succeed at that step, then move to the following video. Don’t rush any steps. The dog I used in the demonstration took about a week from start to finish. I chose a dog with the personality to challenge the Halti to get a good example. Some dogs will immediately be indifferent to the training tool, and you will breeze through the steps. Enjoy the process!
Video 1: https://youtu.be/KOSmLnYdapM
Video 2: https://youtu.be/x7Z3G883lp0
Video 3: https://youtu.be/-pyvU9rmLFw
Video 4: https://youtu.be/m2M9M1RUcI4
Video 5: https://youtu.be/39uE8fdA8-c
Video 6: https://youtu.be/36LOLTJuisg
Preparing your dog for your baby is the best thing you can do for your pet. For more tips, stream the Dogs to Diapers online course.