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Stop Forcing Leash Tools | How to Properly Desensitize a Dog to a Halti

Does your dog resist wearing a head collar? Have you tried a Halti before and it didn’t go well? In this video, I show you how to properly introduce and desensitize your dog to a Halti head collar using positive reinforcement and consent-based training. This is Part 2 of a 3-part series on using the Halti safely and ethically. What this video covers • Why you should never force a head collar onto a dog • How to let your dog investigate the Halti first • Using food to build positive associations • Teaching your dog to opt in and place their nose through the loop • How to introduce movement without triggering stress • Why desensitization may take days, not minutes • How to read body language and withdrawal of consent • How to clip and unclip safely without rushing This process helps your dog accept the tool instead of tolerating it. Why desensitization matters Head collars sit on a very sensitive part of the dog’s body. If introduced incorrectly, dogs may: • Paw at their face • Freeze or shut down • Refuse to walk • Develop negative associations with leash time When introduced correctly, dogs learn: • This tool predicts good things • They have choice and control • Leash time feels safe and predictable Training notes • Go at your dog’s pace • Watch for stress signals • Short, calm sessions work best • Consent builds long-term success This method is force-free, humane, and appropriate for puppies, adult dogs, and rescue dogs. What’s next In Part 3, I show you how to attach the leash, begin walking, and use the Halti safely in real-world situations. Want professional guidance? I help dog owners choose and introduce training tools ethically as part of positive reinforcement programs serving Glendale, Phoenix, and the West Valley. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for ethical dog training 💬 Ask questions about head collars below 🔔 Share this with a dog owner struggling with leash tools ⏱️ YouTube Chapters 00:00 – Meet Jazzy and why she uses a Halti 00:40 – Why desensitization matters 00:47 – Step 1: Let your dog investigate the tool 01:06 – Using food to build positive associations 01:31 – Introducing movement near the face 02:04 – Holding the Halti correctly 02:39 – Setting calm expectations 02:58 – Asking for sit and eye contact 03:13 – Letting the dog opt in 03:29 – Why the dog should put it on themselves 03:55 – How long desensitization can take 04:15 – Introducing the clip briefly 04:36 – Clip, reward, remove 05:00 – Repeating short successful reps 05:18 – Reading body language and consent 05:44 – What to avoid during introduction 05:56 – What’s next in Part 3 #dogtraining #leashwalking #leashtraining #positivereinforcement #forcefreetraining #dogbehavior #petparenteducation #reactivedogs #leashreactivity