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How To Teach Your Dog To Fetch
Sean L
Fetch with a man's best friend is undoubtedly a great American past time. For some canines, fetch comes naturally; for others, it doesn't seem to come at all. Fetch is a learned obedience and despite the age-old adage, can even been taught to old dogs. There are several methods by which one can train a dog to fetch, but the key to any method is patience.
There are primarily two methods by which a dog can be taught to fetch. The first of which is considered the "bait and switch" method. Start with two toys and hide the first in a pants pocket. While the pet is leashed, throw the second toy a very short distance. Unleash the pet and say "fetch". Allow the dog to pick up the toy. Once the toy is picked up, reveal the second toy. The dog will most likely drop the one toy in favor of the newly revealed toy. Reattach the leash. Throw the new toy and unleash the dog - say "fetch" again - and chase down the other toy. Repeat this process and remember to say "fetch" every time. Eventually, only one toy will be necessary.
The second of the two methods is "forced retrieve." Throw a toy a short distance and walk the dog toward the toy while on a leash. Reward them when they pick up the toy. Slowly, introduce a second person into the routine. Have one person throw the toy and the second person walk the dog to and from.
Patience though, is the most important ingredient. Remember, the dog doesn't necessarily know what is expected of it. Do not get angry or upset, the dog will feel this and will likely be less cooperative.
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Article submitted Thursday, July 24, 2008
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