How to Stop a dog From Chasing Other Animals

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Teach your dog the "off" command so you can stop him from chasing when it is inappropriate. Begin training in an area that is free from distraction.
Step 2:
Put your dog on leash and show him a ball. Throw the ball in front of him where he can see it.
Step 3:
Give the "off" command. Pull firmly on the leash, as soon as the dog starts to go towards the ball. When the dog stops, tell her she is a good girl and give her a treat.
Step 4:
Repeat this several times, tossing the ball and saying "off" until the dog no longer tries to chase the ball.
Step 5:
Release your hold on the leash, but leave the leash attached to the dog's collar and dragging behind her. Repeat the training above several more times. If the dog starts to go towards the ball, pick up the end of the leash and stop her.
Step 6:
Progress to the next step of the training by replacing the ball with an animal. When the animal walks or runs by the dog, give the "off" command. If the dog starts to chase, tug on the leash and say "off" again.

Tips & Warnings

You may need to repeat the training with each type of animal that your dog likes to chase. For example, if your dog chases squirrels, cats and deer, do training sessions cats until the dog stops chasing cats, and then go through the training again, this time for deer and then again for squirrels.

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