The moment you step outside with your dog, everything changes. You close the door, and your dog, filled with excitement, is right by your side. With its tail held high, bright eyes, and a nose already engaged in the scent-rich world outside, the leash is gripped tightly in your hand. Before you even set foot on the sidewalk, your shoulder is unexpectedly pulled forward. A squirrel darts across the lawn, a friendly neighbor waves, and the irresistible scent of grass calls to your dog. Suddenly, you find yourself being dragged along by a ball of energy that weighs eighty pounds. You attempt to tighten the leash, brace your feet firmly on the ground, and call out a command that you’re unsure your dog recognizes, hoping this time will be different. However, by the time you reach the second block, your coffee is splattered, your arm is sore, and your reflection in a shop window reveals a person being towed by a well-meaning dog that hasn’t yet learned how to walk alongside you.