Loose Leash Walking Course
Stop Leash Pulling &
Start Enjoying Walks!
Finally enjoy walks instead of dreading them. Learn a clear, step-by-step system that teaches your dog to walk calmly by your side in just weeks, not months.
The Tool That Actually Works
Prong collars have been the professional standard for teaching loose leash walking for decades.
When fitted correctly, they provide precise timing that teaches dogs to walk calmly – especially strong pullers, high-drive breeds, or dogs who’ve ignored flat collars, harnesses, and treat-based methods.
In this course, we show you exactly how to fit the collar safely, introduce it gradually, and use it to build calm, connected walking.
This Course Is
Perfect For...
Dogs That Constantly Pull
Some dogs are just wired to go! We teach you how to give clear feedback that helps them understand what calm walking actually feels like.
Dogs Who Are Easily Distracted
Learn how to reduce pulling by building neutrality and focus around people, dogs, and environmental distractions.
Owners Tired of Failed Methods
You've tried harnesses, gentle leaders, and bribing with treats - but nothing sticks. This is the structured system that builds lasting results.
Owners With Limited Time
You don't have hours to train every day. We give you 10-minute structured sessions that fit into real life and actually build results.
Welcome To The Course
Welcome To The Course
This course builds reliable loose-leash walking through simple, repeatable drills that start indoors and progress into real-world settings. You’ll learn how to communicate clearly, handle distractions, and move confidently with your dog.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to teach calm, connected walking.
- How to advance to real-world walks.
- How structured drills build reliable habits.
Meet Natasha
Natasha Johnson is a professional dog trainer with years of experience helping overwhelmed owners transform their chaotic pups into calm, reliable companions.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- Natasha’s background.
- Natasha’s experience as a kennel owner.
- Why Canine Gains was created.
Is This Course Right For You?
This lesson explains the three biggest challenges owners face with leash training - mindset, time, and consistency - and how this course solves each one.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to drive progress & success.
- How to fit leash work into daily life.
- How consistency turns skills into habits.
STOP! Have You Completed the Foundations Course?
Before starting loose-leash work, ensure you’ve completed the Foundations Course. It gives you the communication skills, tools, and methodology needed to confidently progress through higher-level training.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How Foundations sets you up for success.
- How markers become second nature.
- How strong basics build confidence.
Your 3 Training Tools
To help you stay focused, consistent, and clear in your training, we’ve provided three key tools you’ll use throughout the course: your Drill Sheets, Progress Tracker, and Training Journal.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- The basics of Drill Sheet application.
- How to track training consistency.
- How to journal insights and progress.
How To Follow The Workouts
To help you stay on track, we’ve organized your training homework by day into what we call “Drill Sheets.” Each Drill Sheet outlines everything you need to know for each training session so you always know what to practice and when.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to use your daily Drill Sheets.
- How sets and reps guide your sessions.
- How to adjust reps based on focus.
Required Equipment
You’ll need a calm indoor space, motivating treats, a treat pouch, a standard leash, a properly fitted prong collar, a place bed, and a bit of focused training time each day.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to prepare treats, tools, and space.
- How the right gear supports clear training.
- How short daily sessions build results.
Which Prong Collar Should I Buy?
This guide shows you how to choose the correct prong collar size, gauge, and fit for safe, gentle training communication.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to purchase the right collar.
- How to adjust links comfortably.
- Why we always use a safety clip.
Getting Started: Days 1-5
WATCH: Communication Through The Leash
This lesson teaches how gentle pressure and release on the leash become a clear communication system for loose-leash walking.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How pressure and release guide behavior.
- How the prong clarifies leash cues.
- How timing creates loose-leash walking.
WATCH: Don't Walk Your Dog (Yet!)
Before using the prong collar on real walks, we teach leash pressure and release first in calm, low-distraction settings.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How teaching first makes walks smoother.
- How to use Sniffari walks for bonding.
- How to set your dog up to succeed.
WATCH: Prong Collar 101
This lesson explains why the prong collar offers gentle, clear communication and how to put it on correctly. You’ll learn how to assemble, open, and fit it properly.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How gentle prong pressure works.
- How to assemble, open, and fit it properly.
- How to use your safety clip.
LEARN: Clip n' Clasp
This exercise helps your dog get comfortable with the prong collar being put on and taken off, keeping the experience calm and positive.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to create calm prong handling.
- How to seamlessly adjust the prong.
- How to create positive prong associations.
LEARN: Leash Flow
The Leash Flow Exercise teaches your dog to stop pulling and follow gentle leash pressure.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to teach moving with pressure.
- How to reward calm leash responses.
- How to build smooth leash movement.
LEARN: Leash Weave
The Leash Weave Exercise helps your dog follow gentle leash guidance as you change direction, building responsiveness, body awareness, and trust.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- Improve your dog’s directional movement.
- Help your dog follow shifting leash cues.
- How to build trust and body awareness.
LEARN: Tug & Rewind
The Tug & Rewind Exercise teaches your dog to step backward when they feel leash pressure, helping prevent pulling and crowding.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- Teach backing up from leash pressure.
- Turn pressure into cooperative movement.
- Reduce pulling without conflict.
LEARN: Perfect Place Beginner
The Perfect Place Exercise teaches your dog to calmly settle on a designated bed, giving them a predictable “job” in both training and everyday life.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to teach a calm settling spot.
- How to build duration with “Good…”
- How to strengthen the “Place” cue.
LEARN: Sniffari Walk
A Sniffari Walk is a relaxed, sensory-based walk designed to let your dog explore, sniff, and bond with you without the pressure of strict structure.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to turn walks into enrichment.
- How to build engagement through sniffing.
- How relaxed walks strengthen your bond.
PRACTICE: Days 1-5 Exercises
Training Session Overview
For these first 5 days, your goal is to build calm, responsive leash behavior by teaching your dog to move with pressure instead of pulling against it.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to train calm leash behavior indoors.
- How to practice 1–2 short sessions daily.
- How to use mealtime as training fuel.
PRACTICE: Day 1 & 2
For the first two days, you’ll work indoors or in your backyard practicing these exercises: Clip n’ Clasp, Leash Flow, and Perfect Place.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to build fluid leash handling.
- How to guide movement with short sets.
- How to build a calm focus on Place.
PRACTICE: Day 3, 4, & 5
Now it’s time to refine your leash skills by practicing these exercises: Leash Weave, Tug & Rewind, and Perfect Place.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to refine directional leash cues.
- How to back up calmly instead of pulling.
- How to build focus and duration on Place.
Adding Distraction & Moving Outside: Days 6-10
WATCH: Structured Mini-Walks
This lesson introduces short, focused mini-walks to help your dog transition leash skills from indoors to the real world.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How short, structured walks generalize leash skills outdoors.
- Why calm before the walk sets you p for success.
- How to apply pattern interruptions to reset focus.
WATCH: The 4 Dimension Formula
The 4 Dimension Formula helps your dog confidently transfer skills from quiet indoor spaces to real-world environments.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- What are The 4-D's?
- How to train for real-world reliability.
- How to scale challenges without setbacks.
WATCH: All About The "Cool-Exit"
The Cool Exit teaches your dog to shift from excitement to calm before stepping outside.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to stop pre-walk chaos.
- How to exit the door calm and connected.
- Two habits that create a peaceful start.
LEARN: Leash = Place
This exercise teaches your dog to calmly go to their bed the moment you grab the leash.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to stop excitement before it starts.
- How to use the leash as the cue for calm.
- How to teach an automatic settle.
LEARN: Ready, Set, Exit!
This exercise turns the doorway into a structured game. your dog learns that an open door means wait, focus, and move together with you.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to approach the door without rushing.
- How to use resets to reinforce self-control.
- How to exit together on command.
WATCH: Pattern Interruption Exercises
These drills quickly break fixation, reduce excitement, and bring your dog back into sync without nagging or pulling.offering a fun alternative to ground-based rewards.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to reset focus in real-time.
- To interrupt fixation without corrections.
- How to move past distractions.
LEARN: 180 Quick Switch
By strategically changing direction and rewarding your dog when they reconnect, this exercise builds attention, responsiveness, and leash awareness.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How strategic pivots bring focus back fast.
- How to reset focus quickly.
- How to move past distractions easily.
LEARN: U-Turn
The U-Turn Exercise helps reset your dog’s focus when distractions pull their attention away. It helps you break fixation, create space, & rebuild conncetion.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to reset focus away from distractions.
- How to reward movement back to you.
- How to create space away from fixations.
LEARN: Perfect Place Pro
Teach your dog to relax and stay calmly in Place for longer periods with fewer treats. This develops real-world self-control & settling skills.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- To build duration without treats.
- How to strengthen their impulse control.
- How to add distance and distractions.
PRACTICE: Days 6-10 Exercises
Training Session Overview
This week, you’ll train outdoors using short, structured sessions to build calm pre-walk behavior and teach redirection skills when distractions appear.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to start walks calm and focused.
- How to redirect focus with confidence.
- How to build reliable leash habits outside.
PRACTICE: Days 6-10
Days 6–10 focus on staying calm before leaving, sharpening leash skills through warm-ups and structured mini-walks, and reinforcing evening Place holds for real-life reliability.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- Practice a pre-walk warm up.
- Fluid leash skills with real-world practice.
- How to strengthen your Place command.
CONGRATS!!: You're Ready For Real Walks!
WATCH: You're Now Ready for Walks!
You’ve completed the course and now it’s time to apply everything you've practiced to real walks!
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to turn training into real-world walks.
- How consistency keeps progress growing.
- How to stay connected on walk days.
WATCH: 5 Tips For Ongoing Success!
Great walks start with calm leadership, clear communication, and proactive handling. When you walk with intention, your dog naturally follows your energy.
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to master your leash grip.
- Tips for redirecting focus when needed.
- How to lead neutrality around distractions.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You and your dog are now walking calmly and confidently together. Enjoy the freedom and connection you’ve built rep by rep!
- WHAT WILL YOU LEARN
- How to continue your progress.
- Where to go from here.
- Receive a course completion certificate!
Everything You Get In The Course
We give you step-by-step tools to stay consistent and make training easy:
- Includes The Foundations Course for free!
- Instant access to video tutorials that bring it all to life.
- Step-by-step Drill Sheets that use sets & reps to break down what you should practice and when.
- A Progress Tracker & Training Journal so you can document your wins!
- Extra tips and tricks to make sure these behaviors stick for life.
Real Owners. Real Results.
100% Money Back Guarantee
If you follow the plan, and put our expert guidance into practice, but don’t see meaningful progress within 60 days, just email us and we’ll refund your purchase in full.
- Who we can help
- Owners who want to develop a deeper relationship with their dog by training together.
- Owners committed to training and willing to follow a structured, proven system.
- Owners who want more trust, freedom, and confidence with their dog.
- Anyone done hopping between methods and looking for lasting results.
- Who we can't help
- Owners expecting immediate change & who are unwilling to accept that progress is gradual, dog-dependent, and built over time.
- People unwilling to adjust how they handle or communicate with their dog.
- Owners who aren’t willing to consistently reinforce command follow-through and maintain clear, reliable boundaries.
- Dogs with significant behavioral challenges (reactivity or agression) that require individualized, in-person support.
Your Questions Answered
Loose Leash FAQ
My dog pulls like crazy. Will this course help?
Absolutely. The Loose Leash Walking Course focuses on teaching your dog how to respond to gentle leash pressure so they can walk calmly by your side, no matter the distractions.
Do I have to use a prong collar?
No. A prong collar is recommended and is the primary tool we teach within this course; however, you may choose to modify the exercises using a slip lead or martingale collar if preferred.
All exercises and leash pressure mechanics remain exactly the same regardless of which tool you use.
We teach with a prong collar because it provides clearer communication for most dogs and typically leads to faster, more consistent results – making the learning process easier for both you and your dog.
Does this course help with leash reactivity?
While this course will improve leash manners and may help reduce some reactive behavior, it is not a dedicated leash reactivity program. Dogs with reactivity concerns often benefit most from private, in-person coaching.
I have a busy schedule, how long are the training sessions?
Most sessions are short and focused, usually under 10 minutes, and you can repeat them as needed based on your dog’s energy and progress. As you reach more advanced levels, some lessons will be practiced during a 30 minute walk to reinforce the skills in real world conditions.
Do I need any special equipment?
You will need a flat collar, standard leash, treats, treat pouch, dog bed, and prong collar.
Inside the course, we walk you through every item and show you how to select the right prong collar.
Can I train more than one dog with the same course?
Yes. Many owners use the same program for multiple dogs. You may need to modify the pace for each dog’s skill level.
What if my dog is older? Will this still work?
Absolutely! Dogs of any age can learn with structured, step-by-step training. You may just progress a bit slower with older dogs who have established habits.
Are these programs suitable for puppies?
This course can be adapted for use with a slip lead or flat martingale collar for younger dogs as the same core techniques apply.
For prong collar use, we recommend waiting until your dog is at least 6 months old.
Do I get lifetime access to the courses?
Yes! All of our DIY courses include lifetime access so you can revisit lessons whenever you need a refresher.
What if I get stuck or have questions?
You can access optional virtual coaching sessions with Natasha for personalized guidance. I recommend signing up for a FREE 15 minute Consultation Call before booking for paid sessions.