I want the dogs to feel free when we start our adventure of walking, letting the dog enjoy a build up pace walk that turns into a mini work out so tgen wen we return he licks that water bowl and lays down because he got a good build up walk. If and when a bond is built of trust I eventually like to let him/her off the leash to play catch or a little tug-of-war. However, owner has final say so of being let iff the leash, even if me and the dog have build a solid bond. In addition, ever dog I have had and came in contact with, have been my best bud! Dogs are like humans in a way because of the connection that gets formed as well as the actual feeling for caring for a dog is amazing. Also, the dog will always love you once it gets to know you.