How to stop a dog from running away?

This will surprise your dog. If he chooses to sit down and wait you should praise him and toss a tasty treat his way. Continue this process many times until your dog will sit and wait even with the door fully open. When this occurs you then walk out the door and call your dog through. read more

Although this running away behavior satisfies many of your dog's instincts and is a completely natural thing to do, it is also totally unacceptable and dangerous in today's fast paced world. Roaming or running away behavior can be a tricky problem to turn around. read more

Tip: Because mating urges mostly affect un-neutered dogs, the best way to stop those urges and prevent running away is to have your dog neutered. If that’s not an option, you may need to engage in extensive training or invest in a strong leash to effectively battle his instincts. read more