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Why does my puppy jump and pull on leash? How can I train him?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chow Chow | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 16 days old | 40 lbs

Why does my dog cooper jump on me he is a 5 month old chow also sometimes he pulls on the leash can anyone help thanks

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Answered By Bette Isacoff

Dog Trainer

Published on December 31st, 2017

This would be an ideal time to enroll Cooper in a beginner dog obedience class, where he will learn to walk on a leash without pulling. The instructor can also see how and why he jumps on you and can tell you how to correct it.

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