Dog Training News For the Free Spirit: train your dog to come when called

Dog training news for the free spirit

While I have always enjoyed the idea of my dogs being free spirits there is always one dog training essential I ensure they have grasped……come when called. This vital dog-training ABC can be a lifesaver. In this weeks dog training news, we dip our paw into the where, how and to of dog recall.

An important feature of a successful response to calling your dog is 1) they need to know what their name means (I know simple right? but its surprising how many dogs are clueless when it comes to their own name), and 2) motivation….whats in it for dogs? Start by teaching your dog that the sound their name makes is a cue for ‘attention please’ and that ‘come’ = come! Be sure to always let your dog know what is in it for them a.k.a. “what will I get if I leave my friends at the park?” Pats and praise may not always be enough!

For a comprehensive review of how to successfully train your dog to recall click here.

Need help with teaching recall?

Let our experts help you teach a reliable recall, we know how to achieve fast results while you and your dog are having fun! Contact our reception desk today.

What issues are you
having with your pet?