RECALL

Pick a recall command e.g. “Come” (not their name)

Start all training in a low distraction environment (backyard)

Start with a long lead to guide your dog when you use the recall command

Call their name to get their attention

Lightly nudge their long lead and say the recall command

As they start moving towards you use “good” as a marker that they are doing the right thing . . .

Make it fun for them to come to you – when they reach you – praise them with a treat or affection

Repeat a number of times until they understand what you want

Once you’re confident your dog knows the word “Come” you can take off the lead and add some distractions (someone with a squeaky toy in the backyard etc)

Don’t continuously repeat the command if they are not reacting to it, they may need some guidance with the long lead again to understand the command

Only use the recall command when your dog is moving towards you

Only call your dog to you when you are sure they will come

Don’t waste your recall command, no point in calling if he/she is ignoring you

Make it worth your dog’s while to come – treat/affection. Teach your dog a range in which to stay while walking off leash