We are getting a Boxer puppy 9 weeks old. Will crate train for house breaking and begin other commands (come, sit, place) right away. We have plenty of 6-ft leashes but I can purchase a 10, 15 or 20-ft lead leash on Chewy.
what length do you recommend?
thx
Hello! Welcome in! Like you we have a few thick 6 foot leashes, we also have a 20 foot retractable leash that worked out great. (with the push button stop) It is not a very hefty leash but once they are leash trained it was a very useful tool. I could just drop in on the ground and Diesel wouldn't move, I think dragging the retractable part freaked him out so it served multiple purposes. It's a bit scratched up but still works to this day!
Take Care,
Rick
A retractable leash lets the dog lead YOU. Especially with a "determined" breed like boxers, this is not a good idea. Your dog should walk beside you, or slightly behind ( "heal").. May I suggest a "gentle come" leash?
Really it depends what you are training, and how you want to train.
Personally, I liked a short leash on walking as I always wanted the dog next to me. Just that I prefer the dog in a heel position on walks. I use a harness for bike rides. Long leads are good for training recall with a pup.
Six foot leads are the one you need for training to heal and walk on a leash. I have always used the long 20ft plus leads to help with training for the recall those were most effective. Crates are essential I have never trained my dogs for the place thing but its all up to you how you want your dog trained.
You need both! Actual leash training you need the six foot leash. For recall training you need the longer leash. But with a "puppy," training "Recall," should be a piece of cake. As they really want to follow you ... "anyway." I'll dig up some detail's later, Welcome Aboard.
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