So many of our dogs spend the majority of their lives exploring the world while on leash. You dog’s mental and physical wellbeing is improved when they are allowed to safely run and explore in a safe, enclosed space apart of their usual routine. In order to build up to allowing your dog off leash, be sure they have a solid recall to you (see our post of teaching recall commands to your dog) and be sure the off leash area is enclosed, safe away from livestock and roads where dogs are permitted off-leash. Alternatively you can invest in a long line to give your dog more freedom to explore while still being completely in your control.
The benefits of off lead time for your dog range from
