Impulskontrolle bei Hunden: 3 Übungen für den Alltag

Impulse control is the muscle behind almost everything: not rushing the door, not pulling towards other dogs, not chasing after bikes. And like a muscle, it can be trained.

Exercise 1: Waiting at the Bowl

Bowl goes down — dog stays seated. If he stands up, the bowl goes back up. A release word ("Take it!") ends the wait. Daily, takes 30 seconds.

Exercise 2: Door Protocol

The door only opens if the dog is sitting. If the door opens and he springs forward — door closed, new attempt. Passing through happens on release.

Exercise 3: The Lying Treat

Treat on the floor, dog waits for release — slowly increase distance and waiting time.

Important

Impulse control tires: 2–3 short exercises a day, not 20. And after training: rest.

The complete setup — wait, stay, leave it — in daily steps: "Hört aufs Wort".