When runners buy a Labradoodle puppy, once of the first questions is, when can my puppy start jogging with me?
Between 8 and 12 weeks of age, your little Dood is not yet physiologically ready to jog or walk on leash. He is ready to begin preliminary leash training, however. Begin leash training by attaching the leash to his collar, allowing him to drag the leash around freely. At first this will feel awkward to him. When he is comfortable with dragging a leash, you will begin to pick up the leash, move a few feet away, call him to you, and give him a treat. Repeat several times and practice daily. You can sabotage leash training by pulling on the leash or letting your children pull on the leash.
