Playing games with your dog several important commands – and to obey you – by playing games that make following your instructions fun.
(By the way, playing with your dog will also keep him from getting bored and doing things you don’t want him to do – like chewing on your new pair of shoes or harassing the cat – and keep him active and healthy.)
Here are some games you can play with your dog that will teach him some basic training and obedience:
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Give the “dog when you are ready. Act excited and give him a treat when he finds you. Start by hiding in an easy spot and move on to harder to find places. This will teach your dog to wait until he is called.
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While some dogs are natural fetchers (Labrador and golden retrievers, for example), other aren’t. The good news is any fetch” or “drop it” command, stop playing the game.
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Another way to train your dog is dropping the object regularly, at which point you can give the “drop it” command before each treat.
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For this game you’ll need a box and a bunch of your dog’s toys. Scatter the toys on the floor near the box. You’ll probably have to help him at first, but get your dog to pick up one toy at a time and give them to you (by holding out your hand). Each time he gives you a toy, reward him with a treat. Then show your dog will be helping you clean up the whole house!
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This is the same concept as Hide and Seek, except you’ll be using a toy to hide instead of yourself. Get your dog to “stay” while you are out of his range of sight.
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If you have the right attitude as a dog or in a strange position, like lying down or even standing on your head (if you can)!
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Start the game by gently kicking a soccer ball along the ground toward your dog is too small to handle a soccer ball, you can use a soft rubber ball that’s slightly too big for him to pick up in his mouth, instead.
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