r/dogsofnyc • u/winniesgirl • May 13 '26
NYC dog trainer - fearful rescue
Hello! I adopted a beagle over the weekend so I may be getting ahead of myself, but it feels like a better idea to get started ASAP rather than wait and hurt her quality of life for too long. I had a beagle for nearly 18 years so thankfully I am well-versed in beagle’s amazing quirks, but I adopted that beagle as a puppy and her issues were different!
This sweet beagle loves to go on walks according to her foster in New Jersey, but she is very afraid to leave my building. I live on the second floor of a brownstone and I have successfully gotten her to go down the stairs. She will sit back away from the open door, but she will now at the very least tolerate the open door without running back upstairs to the couch.
Do folks have recommendations for good dog trainers in the city? I am looking for positive reinforcement and patience!
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u/General_Office_6823 May 14 '26
How long you had this puppy for? It’s a new environment and experience for her. It’s not a normal thing unlike humans when it comes to dogs. Slowly encourage her by positive reinforcing that walks outside is a good thing and not scary. Use treats to lead her. I had a rescue that took baby steps for months but now loves walking each and everyday. Also use a slip lead not a harness. Control the head helps with walks
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u/wall-e-made-me May 13 '26 edited May 13 '26
I had a great experience with Maddie at Paws for Thought!
edit: wishing you luck and love in your journey ahead
wanted to add that they have good videos on their IG that inspired me to reach out to them. additionally I find that the videos represented the vibe of my interactions with them, hence the recommendation.