Teach Your Brilliant Family Dog To Catch, Fetch, Retrieve, Find And Bring Things

Having a well-trained family dog can bring immense joy and fun to your household. Dogs are naturally inclined to play and interact with their owners, and teaching them skills like catching, fetching, retrieving, finding, and bringing things can enhance their intelligence and make them an even more integral part of your family dynamic.

The Importance of Teaching These Skills

Teaching your dog to catch, fetch, retrieve, find, and bring things can have numerous benefits. Firstly, it strengthens the bond between you and your dog. This kind of interactive play helps build trust and understanding, making your dog feel more connected to you.

Secondly, these skills provide mental stimulation for your dog. Engaging in activities that require problem-solving and focus helps keep their mind sharp and prevents boredom, which can often lead to destructive behavior.

Fetch It!: Teach your Brilliant Family Dog to catch, fetch, retrieve, find, and bring things back!

by Beverley Courtney(Kindle Edition)

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Furthermore, knowing these skills can also be practical in everyday life. Your dog can retrieve items for you, such as the TV remote or your slippers, saving you time and energy.

Teaching Your Dog to Catch

Catching is a skill that can be taught to most dogs, regardless of their age or breed. Start with soft toys or treats that your dog can easily catch in their mouth. Toss the item gently towards your dog and encourage them to catch it. Use positive reinforcement such as praise or treats when they successfully catch the item. Gradually increase the difficulty by throwing further or using objects that require more precision to catch.

Remember to be patient and practice in a safe and spacious area. With consistency and repetition, your dog will eventually master the art of catching.

Fetching and Retrieving

Fetching and retrieving are common skills that many dogs love to learn. This comes naturally to some breeds, but others may require more guidance. Start by introducing a toy or ball and encouraging your dog to take it in their mouth. Toss the toy a short distance away and command your dog to fetch. Once they bring it back to you, reward them with praise or a treat.

Repeat this process, gradually increasing the distance and adding commands such as "drop it" or "give." With patience and consistent training, your dog will become an expert at fetching and retrieving, providing endless entertainment for both of you.

Finding and Bringing Things

Teaching your dog to find and bring things can be a fun game to play together. Start by hiding a favorite toy or treat and encourage your dog to locate it. Use verbal cues like "find it" or "search" to guide them. Once they find the hidden item, reward them with praise or a treat, and then encourage them to bring it back to you.

Gradually increase the difficulty by hiding the object in different locations or introducing multiple objects. This kind of activity engages their natural scenting abilities and stimulates their problem-solving skills.

Teaching your family dog these skills can create a deeper bond and enhance the overall happiness of both you and your furry friend. Not only will it provide mental stimulation and prevent boredom, but it can also be a practical addition to everyday life. Remember to use positive reinforcement and be patient throughout the training process. With time and effort, your brilliant family dog will become a master at catching, fetching, retrieving, finding, and bringing things, making them an indispensable member of your family.

Fetch It!: Teach your Brilliant Family Dog to catch, fetch, retrieve, find, and bring things back!

by Beverley Courtney(Kindle Edition)

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3673 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	104 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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Fetch It!

Teach your Brilliant Family Dog to catch, fetch, retrieve, find, and bring things back!

Having a dog who will retrieve his ball or frisbee and bring it back to be thrown again, is for many people the essence of a dog walk!

But your dog may have other ideas … perhaps he takes the toy and runs off with it, or lies down and chews it, or even shows no interest whatever - leaving you to go and hunt for the toy yourself.

This can all be changed! You just need a few key steps to make it all happen. Beverley Courtney has helped many thousands of dog-owners to turn their frustration with their dog into enjoyment and pure pleasure!

Continuing in the same style as the immensely popular Essential Skills for a Brilliant Family Dog series of books, you’ll soon have a dog who not only plays fetch, but also brings you your tv remote, his dog bowl or lead, and your slippers … not to mention searching for your lost car-keys!

“I just have to let you know how thrilled I am. Dodger and I have been playing in the garden and I’ve been throwing his ball. He’s been running after it and then bringing it back. So I’m really chuffed!”  Avril and Dodger, Staffie

“With your advice we have success. Charlie is eager to return to hand any thrown items on demand. Thanks again.”  Kevin and Charlie, Spaniel

Buy Fetch It! today and transform your reluctant retriever into a fetching fanatic!