Door dashing…
“Does your dog bolt out the front door the second it opens? Here’s a simple, effective way to stop door-dashing — without yelling, yanking, or using any commands.”
The Method
Clip your dog on leash.
Open the door wide.
If your dog tries to dash out, calmly pull them back inside and close the door.
Wait a few seconds.
Repeat.
That’s it. No talking. No scolding. No bribing.
Within a few reps, your dog will realize: ‘Bolting gets me nowhere. Waiting gets me outside.’ Most dogs figure this out in 2 to 10 tries — and the habit sticks.
Why It Works
It uses natural consequences — going outside is the reward.
If the dog lunges, the reward disappears. That’s called “negative punishment” (THAT’s a type of “Punishement”? Who knew!), and it’s completely non-aversive.
The dog learns directly from the environment, not from your voice or emotion. That makes the learning faster and clearer.
Lasting Benefits
Sets a calm tone for the whole walk.
Teaches impulse control through experience, not force.
Transfers to better leash manners and handler focus.
And it builds your dog’s confidence through predictable, fair outcomes.
Wrap-Up
“Let the door teach your dog what behavior works. No drama, no conflict — just calm, clear consequences. Try it today, and enjoy walks that start off right.”
