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Labrador Training: Suggestions On Come Command

[ 0 ] August 19, 2010 |

There are many apparent reasons why come command should be included in your Labrador training.  Actually it is one of the most important basic commands each dog must learn to ensure safety.  Once the come command or recall is mastered, probably dangerous situation can be stopped by calling him to you.  Apart from safety reasons, mastery of the come command also gives your lab bigger freedom in some eventualities.  You can permit him to run readily when you’re out in the beach understanding that he will be able to always reply each time you call. 

In a few cases, training a Labrador with come command can be a challenge given the fact that this breed is sometimes described as brave and frequently mislabeled as hyperactive.  But nothing is impossible with correct Labrador training tips.  Here is some advice to help you train your Labrador with the come command:

– Start training indoors with your dog on leash.  Say your dog’s name followed by the word “come.” Do it in such a manner that may attract or inspire your pet to come (using excited tone, having treats prepared). 

– Praise him as soon as he comes to you. 

– If your Labrador does not come, tug the leash a touch to attract and inspire him to come.  Remember not to drag the leash cruelly to prevent your dog from associating the command with something negative. 

– When he has mastered the command inside, steadily train the command out of doors and off leash in a fenced-in yard. 

– Use the command frequently (during dinner, playtime, to give treats) and never use it to call your dog for negative things like punishment or baths.

– When you’re teaching the come command, or any other command actually, and your dog does not respond, don’t chase him around.  Though it’s driving you nuts, wait until he comes and if he does, never give punishment for it will only associate the command to something negative. 

– Labradors are intelligent dogs but don’t expect this command can be mastered in one session only.  Begin with the very basic and gradually build upon it.  Training sessions should also be short as well as delightful.

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