how do i teach my dog to play fetch?

Question

when i throw the ball my dog gets it but he doesnt bring it back how can i get him to bring it back to me?

Answer 1

Well hold a treat in your hand it always works 4 me.When they got used to that I stoped doing it and now they play fetch like a pro!

Answer 2

To teach your dog to fetch, start with the object he loves most. With your dog on a long leash, give your dog the command “sit.” Take the object and toss it a small distance from the dog. Give the command, “fetch,” and let your dog run after the toy. Once he has it in his mouth, gently draw him back to you by means of the lead. Show him a tasty food treat and give him the command, “release.” It is very important that your pet give the object to you willingly. This is not a tug-of-war. Retrieving breeds will learn this trick quickly, and may play for hours. Other dogs may not be so enthusiastic about surrendering their favorite toy, so make sure you reward success exuberantly, lavishing your dog with praise and treats.

Once your dog reliably brings the object back to you, remove the leash and have him fetch the object on his own. For a more advanced “fetch,” teach your dog the names of different objects. Once he understands the concept of “fetch,” work with one object at a time and call it by name until he can identify the object by name. For example, if you want your dog to get the morning newspaper, start by throwing a paper. Give the command “fetch paper.” Your dog should bring you only the paper to receive his reward. As your dog learns the names of different objects, give him some mental exercise by laying out 3 or 4 different objects and asking for them by name. See how smart your dog is.

Continue to practice this over and over. Always use a happy singsong voice and lots of positive reinforcement. Eventually, your dog will understand and will begin fetching all kinds of things.

The keys to success when teaching your dog tricks are patience, practice, praise, and persistence (the 4 P’s). Every step in the right direction should be rewarded as though your dog had just won the lottery. Tricks are fun – and learning how to do them should be fun, too.

Answer 3

Throw the ball for your dog. When you see them pick the ball up turn away from your dog and while calling their name in a "happy voice" start to slowly run away from them. When he starts chasing you slowly stop and face them and give lots of praise and a treat is also nice. Dogs that don't bring items back but go get them are wanting you to chase them. Turn the game around to where you are the one being chased! I play Flyball with my Jack Russell Terriers and this system works for them. Keep the game fun and always quit on a good note and try and quit BEFORE your dog shows signs of no longer wanting to play. Hope this is helpful,

Answer 4

Bribe him with some treat. He may never get it depending on the breed. I have a border collie who would run if I threw something but just circle it and come back without the item.

Answer 5

my dog was never i fetch player but when i did get him to play is take something yummy he liked and hold it in my hand and then throw something and have him get it and say come here....make sure he/she cannot see the treat before you threw it

Answer 6

Just show ur dog wat 2 do.u dont have to get on the floor and put the ball in your teeth.when he has the ball in his mouth just pull hiim gently towards you and give a doggie biscuit everyime.he will eventually get the point but dont overfeed him,if he still is not fetching the ball do a crude imatation of wat hes supposed 2 do.Pets usually copy their owners.

Answer 7

is he a puppie or a grown up dog?
u should show him that u have a treat like dog food or bone.
for dog training:
http://pets.yahoo.com/pets/dogs/bt/

Answer 8

you could train your dog to "come" then when your dog catches the ball, say come

Answer 9

Pour gravy on your leg. He is sure to come back to you then.

Answer 10

Thanks for the question...I hope I learn something from your answers...I have a 7 year old golden retriever who never quite learned how to retrieve!!!!