Beetlecat, you're quite right, in most instances. But Gripenfelter, I believe you were talking about showing your dog, right? If that's the case you must have total control over your dog, and your dog must not fight you one iota on it. If you cannot control him on daily walks, he may be too much to handle in a show ring. Just a thought.
I'm glad he's enjoying his walks better now though. It's always nice to hear that!
