We find the best way to train the recall is using a restrained recall. Starting in close and gradually working your way farther back. You can use food or toy (whatever gets the dogs drive up) for reward. Then once it's conditioned use praise. This has worked on lots of dogs for us. No conflict! You might also try making your come command in a different pitch than your regular speaking voice.
Start without distraction then when you are sure your on then slowly add distraction.
another tip is: when the dog is coming to you just before he gets there start back peddling then end in a praise party
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Lauren, it is far more fun, although more challenging, in some ways, to work with a very highly driven, SMART dog. Keeps YOU on your toes staying 1 step ahead of them.
Lauren, it is far more fun, although more challenging, in some ways, to work with a very highly driven, SMART dog. Keeps YOU on your toes staying 1 step ahead of them.
Lauren, it is far more fun, although more challenging, in some ways, to work with a very highly driven, SMART dog. Keeps YOU on your toes staying 1 step ahead of them.
Oh, can I third that? LOL
Thought I'd mention that I use two different commands for come. The formal "come" I only use during training and if I compete in OB. It means, get here, don't doddle along the way, and sit nice in front of me.
The informal "here" I use for calling the dogs to me, in the house, outside etc. It means get here, but I don't care how, or what it looks like. I also use "here" when competing in agility, as I don't want the dog coming to me and sitting in the middle of a run.
I find having 2 separate commands greatly reduces the chances of "misusing" the formal one, and keeps the formal one nice, neat and tidy.
Sounds like you're well on your way though. Don't you just love the "teenager" phase? Good luck with your pup.
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