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Training your dog
to fetch the paper or a stick that you’ve thrown is quite an exciting
endeavor. It’s especially gratifying to find that your pet happily runs
out the door to retrieve the morning paper.
There may be
instances, however, that your dog is not receptive to your strategies
and refuses to fetch despite your constant training. In that case,
you’ll benefit greatly from following the right dog training fetch
methods.
First of all, get a short stick or cut a garden hose
into several equally long pieces of about three-quarters of a foot
long. You can also use a canine toy that your dog has a particular
affinity to.
You should start your training sessions in a place that has ample space like a long hallway or even a spacious backyard.
Dangle
the toy or stick in front of your pet. In all likelihood, your pet will
immediately grab the item with its teeth. Pull the item out of your
pet’s mouth gently but don’t engage in a tug of war.
If your
pet is reluctant to let go of the article, just get up and walk away.
He’ll sense you’re offended and will promptly drop the item.
Pick
the article up and toss it away from your pet. You’ll notice that your
dog will follow the item with its eyes and run after it. Resist the
temptation to chase after your pet because then your dog will assume
that you’re playing catch and refuse to pick up the stick or toy that
you’ve thrown.
Instead, just stay where you are and encourage
your dog to ‘FETCH’. Remember to repeat the command audibly so your dog
can associate the command with the action of fetching the article.
When
you’re training your dog to fetch, have some doggie treats handy. Once
your pet grabs the stick and brings it back to you, reward the behavior
with affection and a treat. Praise your dog with words like ‘GOOD DOG’
so it knows you’re pleased with it.
There may be instances
when your dog refuses to leg go of the piece of hose or stick. In that
case, don’t force it out of your pet’s mouth. Just indicate that you’re
very pleased it’s brought the item back.
Show it a doggy
treat. Normally, your pet will release its hold on the item and go for
the treat. When that happens, pet your dog and praise him.
Never
get angry with your pet if he refuses to bring the stick or toy back.
Just encourage him to do so and keep calm. If your dog eventually picks
up the toy and brings it back, reward him with affection and praise.
Continue
training your dog to fetch by throwing the items for longer distances.
Your dog will go after the article because it knows it will be rewarded
with your gratification and possibly treats.
The distance you
throw should get gradually farther and you must always say the command
‘FETCH’ when your release the item from your grasp. Your dog will
respond well to single word commands and will come to understand your
instruction.
Don’t allow your pet to chew the toy or piece of hose. Pull at the item saying ‘GIVE’ until your dog releases its hold.
You
can replace the hose with a ball or a frisbee as your game of fetch
gets more exciting. Take your pet out to the park as part of training
your dog to fetch things. In time, you’ll have a dog that will fetch
even without the promise of a doggy treat!
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