Okay, are you ready for some solutions to your doggy headaches? Don't worry, you'll be a dog walking pro before you know it! Check out these tips so that you'll have your dogs walking in sync in no time.

Walking 2 dogs at once can seem impossible if you aren’t experienced. Yet dog walkers and caretakers manage multi-dog walks (sometimes a half-dozen or more dogs at once) every day.

Get the Right Leashes

Consider using similar leashes for both dogs. Common types of leashes include:

• Nylon
• Leather
• Rope
• Chain
• Retractable

Nylon, leather and rope leashes are the easiest to use, side-by-side, when walking multiple dogs.

Retractable leashes, although fun to use when walking one dog, can be a real headache when walking more than one.

Using a Coupler

Using 2 separate leashes isn’t for everyone. Sometimes the doggy duo is a little too enthusiastic with its crisscross walking pattern.

Couplers are essentially a leash splitter. Your leash attaches to a metal ring on the coupler and, from that ring, 2 short leashes extend to attach to your dogs’ collars.

Avoiding Behavioral Problems

If you notice that your dogs are more vocal, assertive or even aggressive toward other dogs when walked as a team, they might be reacting according to a pack mentality.

Cleaning Up Waste

Make your group walk a little easier by preparing ahead of time:
1. Remove a couple of baggies from the roll.
2. Open the bags up so you don’t have to battle with them on the spot.
3. Tie them to your leash(es).
4. When you have a mess to clean up, in one quick tug, you’ve got a baggie all ready.

Choosing Compatible Companions

No matter how well you prepare for a multi-dog walk, it isn’t going to be much fun if you don’t have compatible walking companions.

One final tip: Start off with short distances to get used to walking 2 dogs simultaneously. The walks will quickly get easier, and you’ll be having a blast in no time.

Whew — now walking two or more dogs isn't so bad, now is it? If you're still getting the hang of things don't worry, sometimes what may seem like a simple task can actually take a lot of work. Keep figuring out through practice what works best for your pets (and read more tips on Pets Adviser) and soon enough you'll have the process down pat!