Our main consideration when teaching the dog how to move through narrow spaces is how a client might face this situation. We always want the dog to remain at the handler's side and in view of the handler. We do not want the dog to practice switching sides behind the handler. This can cause the leash to become tangled (think: client using a wheelchair or walking device) or hard to hold on to, and can also create a tripping hazard. If the dog needs to be moved to a different side, it should move in front of the handler (always in view of the handler), and this should occur before or after moving through a tight space. If the space is very narrow, the handler can have the dog walk behind through the space, with the dog returning to the starting heel or side position after exiting the narrow passageway. This video shows how to handle moving the dog through tight spaces.
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