Here’s a fun game to play with your dog that will help teach her impulse control, develop a more solid stay and an enthusiastic release.
This exercise will help teach your dog what a release cue is and will build in anticipation for that cue. So be sure you know what word you’re using as a release, and stick with it!
Tug-N-Treat toy, available from Clean Run (see our Links page), helps teach your non-toy-motivated dog to lust after toys.
You can use a special toy, but if your dog isn’t crazy about toys, you can use a Tug-N-Treat toy, or even her favorite treats.
Tease the dog with the toy (or food) and ask her to sit. Immediately release, CLICK, and then run with the toy. When the dog catches up, play (or feed). If you’re feeding, add plenty of praise; feeding should be more than merely dropping a piece of food into the dog’s always ready maw. Read the rest of this entry »