If your house feels a little chaotic with family, kids, food, and constant movement…
there is nothing wrong with keeping a leash on your dog.
A leash isn’t a failure.
It’s not “giving up.”
It’s management — and management is good training.
During the holidays:
Keeping a leash on your dog gives you:
✔️ Calm control without constant correcting
✔️ A way to redirect before things escalate
✔️ Less stress for you and your dog
✔️ A chance for your dog to succeed instead of rehearse bad habits
The goal isn’t perfection during Christmas.
The goal is peace.
If you’re hosting this week, keep it simple:
Leash on. Clear expectations. Calm praise.
Your future training will thank you.