Having a dog that immediately comes running at the call is something that every dog lover dreams of. When we call the dog's name, and it can unhesitatingly put aside its "play business" and happily run to our side, that feeling of being relied on and trusted is like the warm sun in winter, warming our hearts. However, to achieve this beautiful vision is not something that can be done overnight. It requires us to invest a great deal of time, patience, and full love, and guide the dog to develop good responding habits through scientific and professional training methods.
Whether a dog can respond promptly to our call depends crucially on whether a deep and close emotional connection has been established between us and it. From the moment the dog steps into our home, we should actively interact with it and give it meticulous care. Feed it regularly every day, play with it, and stroke it gently, so that the dog can feel our love and warmth in these daily interactions, and thus develop a strong sense of trust and dependence on us. In this process, calling the dog's name becomes an important part of the interaction. We should call it in a gentle and cheerful tone, making the name a wonderful signal in its heart. For example, when preparing to feed it, call its name first. After it runs over cheerfully, then give it the food, so that it associates the name with the joy of delicious food. Over time, the dog will reflexively look at us when it hears its name, laying a solid emotional foundation for the subsequent recall training.
When we start the formal recall training, the reward mechanism of positive reinforcement is the most effective means. Dogs are innately sensitive to rewards and have a strong desire for them, and we should make full use of this characteristic. First of all, choose snacks that the dog likes as rewards, such as dried chicken, beef cubes, cheese, etc. These delicious foods can greatly stimulate the dog's enthusiasm. In a quiet space with few distractions, such as your own living room, let the dog move around freely for a while first, and then stand not too far away from it and clearly and firmly shout out the recall command like "Come here" or other commands you have chosen. Once the dog runs towards you after hearing the command, immediately give it delicious snacks as a reward, and at the same time, praise it in an enthusiastic tone, such as "You're so great" or "What a good baby", and give it affectionate strokes or hugs. This timely and abundant reward can make the dog deeply realize that obeying the recall command will bring good results, thus reinforcing this behavior.
If the dog doesn't respond after hearing the command, don't be anxious or angry, and definitely don't scold or punish it. A dog's way of thinking is different from that of humans, and punishment may make it feel scared and confused, and instead develop a resistance to the recall command. At this time, we can try to use a more attractive sound, such as imitating the sound made by its favorite toy, or waving its most beloved toy to attract its attention and guide it to come closer to us. As long as it shows signs of moving towards us, even if it just takes a small step, immediately give rewards and encouragement, so that it understands that moving in the direction of the command is the right choice. At this training stage, each training session should not be too long, about 5 to 10 minutes is enough, to avoid the dog getting bored due to long-term training. Conduct such training 3 to 4 times a day to maintain the continuity and stability of the training.
As the dog gradually becomes proficient in responding to the recall command in a quiet environment, we need to gradually increase the difficulty of the training and expand the training environment to slightly more complex places, such as the yard or a relatively quiet corner in the community. There may be some external distractions here, such as the sounds of other pedestrians and vehicles, or the appearance of other small animals. When starting the training in the new environment, keep a relatively close distance from the dog to ensure that it can focus on your command. When it successfully comes to you after obeying the recall command, give it more generous rewards than in a quiet environment to reinforce its correct behavior in a distracting environment. When the dog hesitates in the face of external temptations, we should shout the command in a more urgent and enthusiastic tone, and at the same time, cooperate with exaggerated gestures, such as waving our hands vigorously towards ourselves, so that the dog can understand our intention more clearly. If it can overcome the distractions and come back to us, be sure to give it praise, hugs, and delicious snacks without hesitation, so that it knows that obeying the command in a complex environment can also bring great rewards. During this process, always pay attention to the dog's emotions and state. Once you find that it is too nervous or resistant, immediately pause the training, take it back to a familiar and quiet environment, and try again after soothing its emotions.
Consistency is very important during the recall training process. All family members should use the same recall commands and training methods to avoid confusing the dog due to inconsistent commands. Moreover, we should maintain sufficient patience. The learning speed of dogs varies depending on factors such as breed and personality, and it may not achieve the ideal effect of coming over at the first call in a short time. But as long as we keep training continuously, every time the dog comes back to us after obeying the command, it is a step forward and something we should be proud of. We should accompany the dog through this learning process with love and patience, and let it gradually develop the good habit of responding immediately when it hears the call.
Making the dog come over at the call is not only a training skill but also a manifestation of the deep affection between us and the dog. Through this training process, the bond between us and the dog will become stronger, and their safety can also be better guaranteed. Let us use scientific methods and endless love to teach the dog to obey our call at any time, create more beautiful memories together, and continue to write a warm chapter of the companionship between humans and pets.
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