During lunging, the dog learns to circle around. The human stands inside the circle and uses gestures and verbal signals to get the dog to perform certain commands outside the circle.
Well-structured lunging involves various aspects: distance control, communication at a distance, physical and mental exercise, attention training, variety for both human and dog, promoting team bonding, and much more. It is a great activity for dogs that love to run and work on sight.
Lunging is particularly suitable for young dogs in the adolescent phase, as it is easy on the joints and still offers the opportunity for physical exercise.
