80452 1166 Pets Dogs Housebreaking and Training Dogs true Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:15:47 -0800 /system/videos/1/52/04/08/80452.flv DIY, Instructional, tutorial, Do It Yourself, Tips, Essential Skills, Learn to, pet, pets, dog How To Train a Dog To Fetch http://www.howcast.com/videos/80452-How-To-Train-a-Dog-To-Fetch http://www.howcast.com/videos/80452-How-To-Train-a-Dog-To-Fetch/edit approved 220 640 480 <object width="425" height="352" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=80452"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=80452" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="352" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 14 mdealy http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/Picture_4_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.png 6333 false false false 49246 1 31 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/31.jpg Pick something to throw Pick something for your dog to fetch. A favorite toy works great, but a tennis ball works well too.

]]> 49247 2 37 Tip Don’t use a stick as a throw toy. Besides being dangerous to throw near other people, a stick can hurt your dog’s mouth and may contain parasites.

]]> 49248 3 46 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/46.jpg Carry treats Stash a handful of dog treats in your pocket, so you’ll have them handy.

]]> 49249 4 52 Tip A clean t-shirt or dishtowel makes a great throw toy if you tie a knot in the middle. It’s floppy, the knot makes it easy to pick up, and it’s machine-washable.

]]> 49250 5 62 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/62.jpg Make sure you have room If you’re playing with your dog inside, make sure you have enough space to throw a toy or ball without breaking anything. A hallway works great.

]]> 49251 6 71 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/71.jpg Avoid dangerous areas If you’re playing outside, make sure the dog can’t stray into traffic or other dangerous areas. A fenced backyard is best.

]]> 49252 7 81 Tip Many public outdoor spaces require dogs to be leashed, so don’t turn your pooch loose in a park without checking the rules.

]]> 49253 8 88 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/88.jpg Get your dog’s attention Shake the toy or tennis ball in front of your dog. Make a big fuss over it and hold it just out of reach.

]]> 49254 9 95 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/95.jpg Throw the toy When you’ve got the dog’s attention, throw the toy or ball a short distance. This will make it easier for the dog to keep her eye on it.

]]> 49255 10 105 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/105.jpg Praise the dog When the dog runs after the toy, pile on the praise. If she picks it up, be even more positive.

]]> 49256 11 112 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/112.jpg Bring your dog to the toy Most likely your dog will chase the toy. But if she dog doesn’t seem to understand about fetching after you’ve thrown the object a few times, clip a leash to her collar and walk her over to it. Praise her for arriving at the right spot.

]]> 49257 12 126 Tip If the dog doesn’t pick up the toy, it’s helpful to have a friend actually put it into her mouth. Of course, the instant the dog is carrying the toy, more praise is in order.

]]> 49258 13 136 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/136.jpg Call her back When the dog has the fetch toy in her mouth, call her back to you. Yell “Bring it here! Bring it here!” Praise her as soon as she starts to move toward you.

]]> 49259 14 148 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/148.jpg Give her a treat As soon as the dog arrives with the toy, praise her and give her a treat. When she sees the treat, she should drop the toy automatically. Say “Drop it!” immediately, as soon as you see her starting to drop the toy. That way, she’ll associate the command with what she’s already doing.

]]> 49260 15 163 Tip Never try to take the fetch toy away from the dog. You don’t want her to think tug-of-war is part of this game! And if she runs, don’t encourage her by chasing after—run the other way, and offer a treat when she follows you instead.

]]> 49261 16 177 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/177.jpg Reduce treat levels As your dog gets to understand the rules of this game, you can gradually stop giving her treats for performing her part of the routine. Taper them off to once every other time she brings the toy back, then once every third time, and so on.

]]> 49262 17 190 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/80452/190.jpg Vary the routine Once your dog has learned the “Fetch!” basics, feel free to vary the routine. Try tossing a flying disk for a change. Throw the toy for longer distances, or over different terrains—even into the water, if you’re at a beach. Before long, your dog will be bringing you her special toy and begging you to play!

]]> 49263 18 212 Fact Newfoundland dogs, which have webbed feet, are so good at fetching and swimming that in the past they were trained to rescue drowning swimmers.

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