Trainer shares six simple skills you can put into action to give your dog confidence and freedom out walking

Dog walking towards camera carrying leash in his mouth.

For many dog parents, the chance to go on adventures and explore the outdoors is one of the best parts of having a four-legged friend. Because dogs need exercise, they encourage us to leave the house even when we might not feel like it, and we can find ourselves checking out places we may never have visited when we have dogs.

But to make the most of your time outside with your dog, it’s important to train some key skills to give them plenty of confidence – and make you feel that they’re trustworthy enough to be allowed some freedom!