How to Stop a dog From Chasing People

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Start teaching your dog not to chase with the dog on leash. Roll a ball out in front of the dog and give the verbal command "off."
Step 2:
Give a firm tug on the leash when he starts to go after the ball and give the "off" command again. Do not allow him to get to the ball or he learns to associate the "off" command with the chase instead of with not chasing.
Step 3:
Repeat this training several times over the course of several days until the dog appropriately responds to the "off" command. Give her a treat, and a lot of praise, each time that she gets it right.
Step 4:
Involve a friend for the next step of the training. Have your friend run past the dog. When the dog tries to chase your friend, give the "off" command and tug the leash firmly.
Step 5:
Release the leash, but leave it attached to the dog and dragging behind him. Have your friend run past the dog again. If he begins chasing your friend, give the "off" command. If he does not stop for the verbal command, pick up the end of the leash and stop him.

Tips & Warnings

It is important to give the "off" command as soon as the dog begins chasing. Do not wait until he is actively involved in the chase, and is more likely to ignore you.
Once you have taught your dog the "off" command and taught him not to chase people, you have to repeat the same training procedure for other things you do not want him to chase. For example, if your dog chases cats, repeat the training using a cat instead of a ball or a jogger.

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