Tethers, What are they and Should I Use Them

Now that is a word that brings up all sorts of emotions in pet owners; some positive and some negative. I hope this article helps to lay some ground rules for using tethers as well as give you some examples of how I use them when training dogs. You might even learn how tethers can stop some problems behaviors before they start!


Let’s start simple. Just what is a tether? It is a metal cable that is coated in plastic or rubber and has dog leash connectors at each end. They are tools that if used correctly, can teach a dog a great deal; but unfortunately many people use them the wrong way. This is why I think some people do not like them, or have a negative outlook on them. So, to make sure we start on the right foot, let’s share the ground rules first!

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