Dogs aren't actually stubborn. However, they usually don't understand precisely what they're supposed to do. To make this crystal clear, you need to seize the alpha status very quickly. Be ready to exhibit patience and resolute and firm force to produce the behavior wanted. This can be difficult when training the command "come".
A dog is going to explore his environment by sniffing, digging, moving things and taking things away from one place to another. That is why one has to make sure that he does not get distracted with other objects during a training session. Other people and voices are also going to distract him so you need to do your training session in a quiet and clear backyard.
If the dog behaves spontaneously, coming towards you, take full advantage by reinforcing that action. So, a movement towards you should be reinforced with come, and a hand movement. Use gestures and words, which are not used during any training sessions.
Start the session by putting your dog in a sitting position. Move back a number of steps while saying 'stay' firmly, and using the hand gesture. Correct behavior should be praised lavishly, but do not reward incorrect and partial responses.
This activity should be repeated with you stepping back. If the dog tries to come too quickly, reinforce the command of sit/stay. If the dog does not move at the 'come' command, entice him with a treat or a toy.
Some dogs may be reluctant or slow to learn. This is where you might need to do some leash training. The dog should be put in the sit position with the reinforcement of the 'stay' command. Start backing up, while letting the leash go loose and slack. A firm tug is needed upon the leash along with the appropriate voice and hand gestures, if the dog does not move.
If the dog is too eager to come to you, use either a long leash or a rope which should be wrapped around a tree or fence rail. If the dog tries to move, the leash should be tugged as you say 'stay'. This training can be done with the help of another person, but the dog is going to get confused about whom to obey. That is why it is sensible to have the dog's focus on just one trainer.
While training, steadfastness and patience is important. Dogs don't automatically understand the usefulness of 'come' or any other commands. Yelling when the dog messes up or is a little stubborn is normally counter-productive. Develop your leader position with tone of voice, body language and willingness to wait for the dog to catch on. Physical restraint or leading is a less helpful technique.
Dogs respond extremely quickly to praise when they execute proper behavior. You need to be resolute and make sure that they come when you order them to.
A dog is going to explore his environment by sniffing, digging, moving things and taking things away from one place to another. That is why one has to make sure that he does not get distracted with other objects during a training session. Other people and voices are also going to distract him so you need to do your training session in a quiet and clear backyard.
If the dog behaves spontaneously, coming towards you, take full advantage by reinforcing that action. So, a movement towards you should be reinforced with come, and a hand movement. Use gestures and words, which are not used during any training sessions.
Start the session by putting your dog in a sitting position. Move back a number of steps while saying 'stay' firmly, and using the hand gesture. Correct behavior should be praised lavishly, but do not reward incorrect and partial responses.
This activity should be repeated with you stepping back. If the dog tries to come too quickly, reinforce the command of sit/stay. If the dog does not move at the 'come' command, entice him with a treat or a toy.
Some dogs may be reluctant or slow to learn. This is where you might need to do some leash training. The dog should be put in the sit position with the reinforcement of the 'stay' command. Start backing up, while letting the leash go loose and slack. A firm tug is needed upon the leash along with the appropriate voice and hand gestures, if the dog does not move.
If the dog is too eager to come to you, use either a long leash or a rope which should be wrapped around a tree or fence rail. If the dog tries to move, the leash should be tugged as you say 'stay'. This training can be done with the help of another person, but the dog is going to get confused about whom to obey. That is why it is sensible to have the dog's focus on just one trainer.
While training, steadfastness and patience is important. Dogs don't automatically understand the usefulness of 'come' or any other commands. Yelling when the dog messes up or is a little stubborn is normally counter-productive. Develop your leader position with tone of voice, body language and willingness to wait for the dog to catch on. Physical restraint or leading is a less helpful technique.
Dogs respond extremely quickly to praise when they execute proper behavior. You need to be resolute and make sure that they come when you order them to.
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