How can I teach my puppy to fetch?

Question

Sicnce I started working he is so fascinated with me beiing home he doesnt play with his toys. He will run behind a toy but he wont bring it back

Answer 1

generally dogs are either fetchers or they aren't and there isn't much you can do to change them.

Answer 2

Many dogs like labs, goldens, spaniels, and other sporting breeds have a strong desire to retrieve. Others dogs like to chase toys and play keep away. That's why it is a good idea to start teaching the rules of fetch when your dog is a puppy. But, don't let that discourage you - adult dogs can learn to play fetch, too!

Ready, Set, Fetch
A good way to introduce fetch to your dog is through the two-toy fetch method. For this you will need two identical plush dog toys, bouncy balls for dogs, or other toys your pup is crazy about. With one toy in your hand, playfully tempt your dog and then throw the toy. When your dog chases it, use happy talk to praise her. When she picks up the toy, call her to you and show her you have another toy. Most likely she will want the dog toy you have and she'll race back to you to get it. Throw the second toy and as pup is chasing it go and pick up the first toy and start the process over again.

Because this is a very physical game, start slowly and build up endurance. At first you may only want to work two or three repetitions twice a day. Make sure you end each game with your dog wanting more!

Treats Can Be... Well... A Treat!
If your dog has no interest in toys you will need to create a positive association by rewarding her with a dog treats each time she chases and picks up a toy. This takes time, patience, and lots of repetitions. By playing this game over and over, you will create in your dog a strong desire to fetch. When this happens, you can take your show on the road, and your dog should be able to enjoy fetching almost anywhere and at anytime. This will provide you with a fun and easy way motivate and interact with her.

Teach Your Dog To Fetch Tips

• Don't let your dog have access to the fetch toys when you're not playing the game. By "reserving" these toys, they become high value objects for your dog!

• Don't throw the toy too far. Toss it a couple of feet away at first and gradually add distance.

Answer 3

Most dogs will chase after something when you throw it if they think it's part of play. The trick is getting him to come back with it. Pick up some training treats your puppy likes. Let him know you have them and give him one when he brings the toy back. Positve reinforcement works well. Make sure the treats are something small and low calorie though since he will be getting quite a few in the training process. Once he seems to have got the fetching down, use treats less often and praise more.

Answer 4

Puppie are hard to train. Slowly teach them. Let them sniff it first. My dog gets into a playful mood if I lightly tap her on the nose with it. Pretend to throw it without removing the toy from sight. Then after a couple times of "oh am i gonna throw it, NOPE!" -ness, throw the toy BUT NOT TOO FAR AWAY. say things like "get the toy, [name]" or "bring the toy to [mommy/daddy/grammy/grampy/whateveryoucallyourself]" slap you knees with both hands (dont hurt yourself though). if he doesnt bring it go up and take the toy and gently tap him on the muzzle with it, the goal result is that he starts nipping at it (make sure your hands are on the otehr side of the toy for this reason). Then throw it again. Keep trying this. eventually he will pick up the toy. then call for him to "come" [([([( THIS IS A PERFECT TIME TO SAY THAT IT IS BEST IF YOUR DOG IS TRAINED TO SIT STAY AND MOST IMPORTANTLY COME])])])] if your dog is trained to the "come" command he will come to you and hopefull with the toy still in his mouth. then when he comes to you take the toy in your hand and say "drop" wiggle the toy in his mouth and say "drop" again. Do this until he drops!
If all goes swell, your dog will understand and has started to learn FETCH! remember this might take some time

Answer 5

You could teach your puppy to fetch by holding a toy in front of his face and playing with your dog with it first, then let your dog see it and then throw it, and say '' Go get it!" and when he gets it you should reword him or just say " Good dog!" If that doesn't work you just need to play with him more, so he will be more play full. You could also try racing your dog to see who gets it first, but actually try let him get it first>GOOD LUCK!!!!!

Answer 6

find a Obedience dog trainer to help you. there are different methods of teaching a puppy to fetch. it depends on the age of the puppie.