Teaching Your Dog to Resist Temptation

A strong “Leave It” command is essential for stopping poop eating! By building impulse control, your dog learns to ignore poop and other tempting distractions.

What to Expect

• Practice: 3–5 times per week, 5–10 minutes per session

• Best Times: During walks, potty breaks, or playtime

• Goal: Teach your dog to pause and make better choices when they see poop

Step-by-Step Plan

1️⃣ Start with a Treat in Your Hand

• Hold a treat in a closed fist and say “Leave It”.

• If your dog backs off, reward them with a better treat from the other hand.

2️⃣ Move to Treats on the Floor

• Place a treat on the ground, cover it with your hand, and repeat “Leave It”.

• Once your dog waits calmly, reward with a tastier treat.

3️⃣ Practice with More Tempting Items

• Try different objects like toys, kibble, or even poop (on a leash at a safe distance!).

• Keep rewarding self-control and ignoring the distraction.

4️⃣ Apply It During Walks

• When your dog notices poop, say “Leave It” before they approach.

• Reward them for turning away and focusing on you.

Paw Tip: A high-value reward (something better than poop!) makes all the difference. Find their favorite with our Taste Test Kit!

Helpful Tools

🦴 Tasty Training Treats – Reinforces good behavior.

🔄 Long Leash – Allows controlled practice from a safe distance.

🛑 Clicker – Helps mark success instantly.

Stay Consistent!

The more you practice impulse control, the less appealing poop will be! Stick with it, and soon your dog will automatically ignore it.

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