Confusion and bewilderment of your dog will result if you change without warning. It is also important to reinforce the commands given during training throughout the rest of the day. The same signals and verbal commands must be used by the family members who are in contact with the dog during walks and playtime. The dog s eyes will be even with your left leg. The left leg is the dog s key to what you are doing next.
Some people like to reward with small treats, others with praise alone.
Some dogs focus so intently on the treat they do not listen to commands, like children at Halloween time. Using food occasionally as an enticement can keep your dog interested. Praising your dog is a reinforcement of the bond between trainer and dog. When the dog knows he is pleasing you, the alpha of his pack, the dog has a sense of belonging and acceptance, and will continue the act he associates with pleasing the alpha . There are two hand-signals that can be used to indicate heel, it s your choice.