String Test
Prerequisites: Basic, Advanced Obedience Exercises and Proofing
In this exercise, we attach a piece of dental floss to your dog's collar, then attach the leash to the floss.
Go through all of your exercises without corrections. Your job is to complete all exercises without breaking the string.
If you don't break the string, your dog is ready for the next step towards being off-leash safe.
The 'Shoulder Test'
Prerequisites: Basic, Advanced, Precision Obedience Exercises and Proofing
Drape your leash over your shoulder, or put it into your pocket.
Go through all of your exercises without touching the leash.
If you find you are having to grab the leash and give corrections, KEEP PRACTICING - your
dog is not off-leash reliable yet!
If you find that you don't have to touch the leash AT ALL, your dog is ready for the next step towards being off-leash
safe.