how to teach dogs to catch food?

Answer 1

My two puppys (13 mo and 5 mo) know it naturally, though I started out by teaching them to sit when I had food, now they know stand without anything to support them when I give them food. (But the 13 mo old has a problem doing this, he refuses lol) And I train them with dog treats or bologna (they go crazy and are willing to do anything for bologna lol)

Also, there is this:
With this method we are going to be "shaping behaviors". You need a way to signal to the dog that he is performing whatever behavior it is that you were trying to get. Initially he will also get a treat for each correct response but since that takes a few seconds (at least) to happen, the clicker marks the exact moment of response, essentially "bridging" the time between response & reward. This is classical conditioning, like Pavlov & his drooling dogs. You are going to take a clicker & pair it with a food reward until the click itself gets the dog all happy.
So.. get yourself some clickers - little toy-like devices that make a fun click sound. If you prefer (or while you are waiting for your clicker to arrive), choose a "bridge word" instead. I suggest "Yes!!" - it is short & happy! Say it briskly, in a rather high pitched, & very excited voice. I will be using the term C&T in the lessons, meaning to click & give a treat. If you are using a bridge word, just say it & give a treat whenever I have written C&T.
You won't be clicking forever... they are only used in the training phase of any new behavior!
Okay, go in a quiet room with your dog & have a bowl of really tasty treats. Human type food such as hot dogs, chicken, roast beef, etc. works really well, so do high quality (all natural) dog treats such as the Oinker Roll. The treats should be cut up into very small pieces & be soft (crunchy ones take too long to eat).
Now, as long as your dog isn't doing anything naughty at the moment, click your clicker (or say your bridge word) and give him a treat. Then say it again & again give a treat. We are NOT asking for a behavior (such as sit) here at all... just making the connection needed for the clicker to be effective. (A few dogs are frightened by the click sound. If your dog is, then try muffling the sound by having the clicker behind your back or in a pocket, or by using a Snapple beverage top - pushing in the raised button in the center makes a softer click. The fear shouldn't last long! )
Repeat 5-10 times. You'll know when you can stop - you'll click & your dog will immediately look up at you, "There is that sound, so where is my treat?".
Then, show your dog the food you are wanting her to catch. Let her have a small bite and show her you still have more in your hand. Toss the food right next to her, where she should eat it. So this, each time tossing it further away. Dont go too far the first day of training. Whenever she eats the food, click the cliker- as she has refered to the clicker as praise. Also praise her with words and perhaps a pat. If she jumps up in mid air and catches it, let her know by alot of praise that that is what you want.

Answer 2

Firstly, you must gain his confidence by letting him eating in your hand. You must also cherish him a lot. Usually this works with food such as sausages, cheese and bones. I don't think that he would appreciate more the bread and butter stuff. Don't worry if you think that he will bite you. It you had win on his confidence, he will not dare, Yes, then, start rising the level of your hand at each time you feed him. Avoid throwing food down at a long distance and it is for him to run and catch. This shows and represents a lack of respect for him. After having well trained your dog and that you have his full confidence, just try throwing the food in the air and he will automatically jump to catch the food before it falls own. In return, he will be very grateful to you. Just follow my advise. Me i have done so. I have a teckel and it normally works easily.

Answer 3

This is a humorous query...perhaps she is not historical adequate, however take a look at taking the meals clear of her while she does not capture it-do not permit her devour it off the bottom. Also, earlier than you throw it, say a phrase like 'capture' so she is aware of that each time meals is going within the air, she will have to simply take hold of it along with her mouth. She will have to be ready to gain knowledge of it if she is not born with that attribute.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Mine all knew it naturally. Once they know it is food in your hand, pretend to toss it 2-3 times, then toss it to them. They may not catch it every time, but they will try.

Answer 6

I have the same question on my mind. My girl dog can do it but not the boy. The girl is well clever but the boy is so laid back he could fall over.

Answer 7

Wait. Do you mean "catch it when I toss them kibble" or "go out in the woods and capture prey"?