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How can you pick out a lab owner standing in a group of dog owners?

Answer: The lab owner is the one with a sling on her arm, a black eye, and using crutches.

That's a bad joke that I used to tell when ever I was doing one of my leash walking seminars. I used to do weekend seminars just on leash walking and I always told that bad joke because of an incident that happened shortly after I opened my dog training business.

You see, one Saturday afternoon I was finishing up a day of teaching classes when a very nice lady walked into my office. She looked like she was in a Rocky movie. She had two huge black eyes, a piece of tape over her nose and her face was red and puffy.

I found out that her face was puffy from crying, she started to cry almost as soon as she walked in the door. She then told the story of her big 90lb. black lab that was the cause of her injuries and her crying.

She went on to explain that she was about to take her dog for walk, something she absolutely dreaded because he was such an awful puller. He would drag her around for about thirty minutes and taking him for a walk was terrible.

She added that the other day she was getting ready to take him for a walk. Just as she was about to exit the house her husband called to her. She stopped just as she was walking out the door. Her lab was outside the house and she was still inside the house.

As she was standing in the house holding her dog's leash as he was outside, her dog saw a cat. Her lab seeing the cat took off after it full speed. She had the loop of the leash around her wrist.

With the speed of a boat pulling a skier out of the water she went face first into the door, breaking her nose and injuring her wrist.

It was then that she started to cry - she said that she loved her dog. He was sweet, never chewed, never had any housetraining issues but she could not control him on the leash. He pulled her everywhere and it was becoming impossible to walk him anywhere.

I assured her that she was in the right place and that we would get her dog walking on leash in no time. A few days later she showed up with her happy, excitable, strong lab and we started our leash training. I explained to her that the best place to start training is to understand why dogs do certain behaviors.

When it comes to pulling there are three reasons why dogs pull. Once you understand what the reasons are you can take steps to fix the problem. Here they are:

Reason #1: Your dog has no clue that they are supposed to walk next to you.

Reason #2: Opposition reflex.

Reason #3: Your dog is constantly being rewarded for pulling.

So let's look at the first reason why dogs pull - Your dog has no clue that he is supposed to walk at your side. When you put your dog on leash your dog does not know that he is supposed to walk politely at your side. Your dog sees a big world in front of him and starts to pull.

The second reason has to do with Opposition Reflex. When you apply pressure your dog applies counter-pressure. Ever notice that the harder you pull back on the leash the harder your dog pulls.

The third reason your dog pulls is simple. Your dog is constantly being rewarded for pulling. If your dog sees a fire hydrant that he wants to investigate and pulls you all the way it, your dog has just been rewarded for pulling. Unintentionally on your part, but still rewarded.

Once you understand why your dog pulls you can take steps to teach your dog to walk on leash. I always teach that the trick to walking a dog on leash is to make sure there is no tension in the leash.

Eric Letendre the author of The Amazing Dog Training Man invites you to visit http://www.amazingdogtrainingman.com for leading edge dog training tips, instructional video clips and articles that will help you train and understand your dog. You can also get free dog training updates with a free Smart Dog Newsletter subscription, available at http://www.amazingdogtrainingman.com

Benefits of Sling Backpacks for Your Back

Backpacks are extremely popular due to the fact that they allow you an easy means to carry many things while keeping your hands free for anything else you might need them for. Most backpacks are quite roomy which encourages you to put as much into them as they will hold. Doing this can create a hazard for your back, and has been the source of many back problems in young children.

For your safety, it is important to remember not to overload backpacks with heavy items whose weight could unknowingly hurt your back. If you need an easy transporting option for several heavy items, consider investing in a backpack with wheels. This way you can roll heavy backpacks to where you are going instead of putting all that weight onto your back and shoulders.

The combined weight of items placed in a backpack is not the only thing that can pose a threat to back health. It is important to pay attention to the style of backpack you choose to use for yourself or your children. There are certain backpack styles that can be harmful to your body regardless of how many books or things you put in them. Some backpack styles are better choices than others are when it comes to protecting your back from possible strain and injuries that can result from carrying even lighter loads incorrectly.

Sling backpacks are a great choice for your back than many other types of backpacks. A sling backpack allows you to effortlessly shift your backpack from behind your back to the side of your hips or to your front, to give your back a rest. Since you can keep shifting the sling backpack without having to stop and remove the backpack and replace where you want it, you can prevent your back, hips, or stomach muscles from becoming overly strained and tired while still walking towards where you need to be.

Sling backpacks are widely available online and through many retail outlets and local stores. Sling backpacks can come in many exciting colors and styles that appeal to young children, teens, adults, and even grandparents. Many sling backpacks also have added features that expand their versatility and popularity. Sling backpacks are making impressing strides in popularity as you can see them being used in elementary, middle, and high schools, on college campuses, at the office, on the sidelines at soccer games, and on the streets, as many people like the hands-free carrying of multiple items that backpacks offer them.

Below are a few examples of the many different types of sling backpacks offered today. It is important to remember that sling backpacks are much safer for your back than most other types of backpacks. More than just better for your back, these sling backpacks offer you a range of different eye-catching styles to choose from.

•Cast It Sling Backpack: This sling backpack has a cinching system for quick and easy tightening to keep everything in your bag. Hangs nicely off either shoulder and is available for around $25 to $30.

• A leather sling backpack by APC will only cost you around $30 to $50, and are a great compliment to your casual wear. They have a good amount of packing room and are available in burgundy, black, and brown.

• The Piel Top Grain Sling Backpack is a snazzy leather bag priced around $100 to $115. They feature front and side zipper pockets, and a main compartment with an impressive amount of room.

• Travel Concepts UR Gear offers several stylish sling backpacks such as the 600D Polyester, a bag with crossover straps for extra comfort priced at $25 to $35.

•The CalPak Gate Sling Backpack is a stylish backpack that provides you with a roomy and safe way to take your laptop with you everywhere you go for only $25 to $35.

•CODi Sling Pac Laptop Backpack and Business Bag features two bags in one. You can effectively and safely carry your laptop as well as important work or school papers, books, and essentials. You can usually find these handy sling backpacks priced at around $75 to $100.

• Sling backpacks are not just about school and work. Consider a sling backpack for carrying your most precious cargo, your child! A Mod Mum Reversible Sling Backpack has a hip and modern look for Mom’s, while providing your baby with comfort and safety.

With the above guide of sling backpacks available to you, and their various price ranges, you can begin your search to find the best and most stylish sling backpack for yourself. You can carry everything you need while remaining in style and being kind to your back to avoid problems further down the line.

About the Author

Jennifer Bailey is a freelance writer who writes about outdoor activities, often focusing on a specific product used in such activities like backpacks .

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