Reinforce Good Walking Habits This Spring (April 2025 Free Desktop & Mobile Wallpaper)

Ahh, spring! The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and your dog… is pulling you down the sidewalk like a sled dog in the Iditarod. 😅

If winter kept your pup cooped up with fewer walks, their excitement for fresh air, new scents, and longer adventures might be turning your casual stroll into a tug-of-war match. But don’t worry—spring is the perfect time to reinforce good walking habits and get back into a smooth stride.

How to Reinforce Good Walking Habits This Spring

1. Start with a Refresher Indoors
Before hitting the pavement, practice loose-leash walking in a distraction-free area. Use treats or verbal praise to reward your dog for staying by your side.

2. Burn Off That Extra Energy First
If your dog is full of energy, take 5–10 minutes to play tug or fetch before your walk. A little pre-walk exercise can help them focus.

3. Use the Right Gear
A no-pull harness (like the Joyride Harness) can make a huge difference by discouraging pulling while keeping walks comfortable for your pup.

4. Reward Good Behavior, Not Pulling
Keep treats handy. If your dog walks beside you without pulling, reward them right away. If they pull, stop walking. Only move forward when the leash is loose.

5. Practice the "Change Direction" Trick
If your dog starts pulling ahead, turn around and walk in the opposite direction. This keeps them engaged and reminds them to pay attention to you.

With a little patience, the right gear, and some simple training tricks, you can turn springtime chaos into calm, enjoyable walks. So grab your leash, step outside, and enjoy the sunshine with your well-behaved pup.

Oh before you go...

We’ve got a treat to share with you! Every month at Joyride Harness, we share with our email subscribers a free digital download. We’ve got new desktop and mobile wallpapers here for you with this special reminder: 

"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself."

- Josh Billings

How To Set The Wallpaper as Your Desktop Background

Below you will find instructions for setting the wallpaper as your background depending on which type of desktop device you’re using.

How to Set Up (Mac Users):

1. Download this file: Click Here.

2. Save the file to Pictures folder on you Mac.

3. Click the Apple Menu and select System Preferences. 

4. Go to Desktop & Screensaver. 

5. In the left panel, go to Folders > Pictures. 

6. Select the downloaded image. 

OR

1. Download this file: Click Here.

2. Save the file to a preferred folder.

3. Open the folder and right click on the downloaded file.

4. Select Set Desktop Wallpaper.

How to Set Up (PC/Windows Users):

1. Download this file: Click Here.

2. Click the Windows icon on the bottom of the screen.

3. Select Settings > Personalization.

4. Click on Background.

5. Set the dropdown to Picture and click Browse below the images that appear.

6. Select the downloaded file.

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