"Dog Training: Boundary and Perimeter Training (Don't let your dog run away)"

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The doorbell rings. Your dog:(a) Follows behind you, patiently waiting as you open the door;or(b) Bolts for the door in a mad rush to beat you there, forcing you to useyour legs as a barricade.If (b) describes the typical scenario in your home, you may want to consider Boundary and Perimeter Training. This important tool can help ensure your dog's safety, and keep both of you secure in knowing who's in control.What you'll need: Basic obedience training, especially obeying the commands "stay" and "heel," is a pre-requisite.When you are ready to begin boundary training, you should:1.-Choose a single vocabulary word (such as "halt," "stop," "door," etc.) that will be applied to this specific exercise.2.-Get a long, light line that can be attached to the dog's collar during the initial training.3.-Commit to consistency: every time you open a door, make sure the dog is given a command and made to obey it. This means cooperation from the entire household; if someone lets her escape, all your work will be undone.Indoor Boundary Training:Start your training with an interior doorway where the dog won't be in danger if she outmaneuvers you.Go to the door, but before you open it, take the dog by the collar, move her back from the doorway, look her straight in the eye and say, "HALT!" in a commanding voice. Using your hand as a barrier in front of her face while using the "halt" command reinforces the message.Eventually, open the door a bit, but not wide enough for her to slip through. If she tries to get out, quickly shut the door, grab her collar, push her back and correct her with a firm "NO!" Give her the "HALT!" command and hand motion again.Repeat this exercise several times a day using all the doors in your house. Make sure to praise her when she actually does stay!Outdoor Boundary TrainingBefore you begin, assess your neighborhood: its residents and its risks.Walk the dog on a leash around the perimeter of your property several times a day. Do not let the dog roam freely outside.Each time she begins to wander over your property line, firmly say, "NO," give a little jerk on the leash and walk her back inside the line.Continue this process several times a day.Be ready with plenty of positive reinforcements (treats, pats, verbal praise) to reward the dog for coming when called or staying when told.
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