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Why it matters: a dog that heels with concentration is safer, more responsive, and a joy to walk. Torrent emphasizes that true heeling begins before the leash is clipped on — it starts with establishing motivation, clarity, and emotional alignment. He teaches handlers to cultivate presence: a calm, confident energy that invites the dog to tune in rather than react.

Teaching the dog to maintain eye contact with a specific focal point on the handler's body (like the shoulder or face) while stationary. Focused Heelingwith Michael Ellis Torrent

For those looking for a demonstration of these skills before purchasing, provides a demo clip featuring trainer Forrest Micke. Focused Heeling with Michael Ellis - Facebook Why it matters: a dog that heels with

: Teaching the dog to move into the heel position from various angles. Finding the Left Leg Teaching the dog to maintain eye contact with

, which uses verbal or clicker markers to bridge the gap between a desired behavior and its reward. Module 2: Muscle Memory Heeling

So, what sets Focused Heeling apart from traditional training methods? Here are some key principles: