There are several games that we can play with a dog, but without a doubt, teaching our dog to carry the ball is one of the most complete and fun. In addition to playing with him and strengthening his bond, he practices several obedience commands, so it is very interesting to do so regularly.

In this article we explain in detail and with images, how to teach my dog to carry the ball step by step, making it catch and release it only with positive reinforcement. Are you excited about the idea?

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The first step is to choose the toy we’ll use to show you how to recover the ball. Even if we intend to use a ball, our dog may like it more than a frisbee or a toy with some shape. Very important, avoid using tennis balls because they damage your teeth.

To start teaching your dog how to carry the ball, you must choose your dog’s favorite toy, but you’ll also need treats and snacks to strengthen it positively when you do well and draw it to you if you’re too stimulated and don’t. Don’t do it. there’s no case.

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Before you start doing this exercise, but already in the park or in the chosen place, it will be essential to offer some treats to our dog to realize that we will work with prices. Remember that they must be very tasty so that you can respond correctly. Follow this step by step:

Once your puppy has been rewarded several times, it’s time to start exercising. Ask him to shut up (that’s why you’ll have to teach him to shut up). This will prevent you from feeling extremely anxious to play and will also help you better understand that we are “working”.

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When the dog is still, pull the ball with a sign to connect it correctly. You can combine the “search” with a specific gesture with your arm. Remember that the sign and verbal order must always be the same, so that the dog links the word to exercise.

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At first, if the toy has been chosen correctly, the dog will pick the chosen “ball”. In this case we practice with a kong, but remember that you can use the most attractive toy for your dog.

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Now it’s time to call your dog to “lift” or throw the ball. Remember that in advance you must practice the exercise of answering the call, otherwise your dog will leave with the ball. As soon as you’re close, gently remove the balloon and give it a price, thus strengthening the delivery of the toy.

At this point, we must include the “leave” or “let go” command so that our dog can also start delivering toys or objects. In addition, this order will be very useful for our postponement day, which can prevent our dog from eating something in the street or leaving an object that bites.

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Once the exercise to bring the ball back is included, it is time to continue practicing, daily or weekly, so that the dog finishes assimilating the exercise so that he can practice this game with him whenever we want.

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