[Michele G]

not a trained dog?

[sarah_d_2007]

Keep telling it to come here adn say good boy or good girl when it does... show it some food that it mite like and use that to get closer to u

[Melinda E]

The right body language, the right tone of voice, and the right treats. Always act excited when calling your dog, a dog knows better than to come to an angry person. If you sound angry, no way will that dog come to you! You can also get down on the ground, standing up and over the dog tells the dog you are trying to dominate and may scare your dog. Have good smelling and tasty treats, your dog will need to know you have them, be able to smell them from a long distance. If I gave you a buck every time you came to me, you would keep coming right? A great treat is a dogs currency, they will always keep coming! You can also clap your hands, run backwards, or jump up and down. Sounds crazy, looks crazy too, but it will tell your dog that you want to play and have fun so they better get over to you!

[tonkawastangluv]

usually a dog that knows you will come when called anyway, or to entice it to come closer, kneel down and keep calling it. it will com to see you and you can pet it and get it to trust you.

[libertydogtraining]

I recommend getting a 20 lead from some place like Walmart, as they are cheap and very useful. I start by walking around a fenced in area, with treats in my pocket or in my hand. I casually walk around the yard, and from time to time I say the word "come," while the dog follows me and follow the command with a treat. I then walk around the yard, or sit some where, and ignore the dog until he wanders off and pays me no attention. At this point, I will say the dog's name and follow it with the command, "come." If your dog does not immediately run up to you, then squat down and excitedly call your dog's name and tell him what a good dog he is in a high pitched tone of voice. You can also clap your hands quickly and excitedly to encourage him to come to you. If you have him on the leash, you can also at this point pick up the handle end if it is near you (that is why I recommend such a long leash, it gives your more area to work with.) and give a firm, quick tug in your direction. When he gets to you, repeat the "come" command and follow immediately with super yummy treats like bits of hot dog or cheese. After being consistent, your dog will come you when you first call him, and you will no longer need to repeat the command when he gets to you, but can replace it with the "sit" command to calm him down when he reaches the desired position by you. Remember to work with your dog in short sessions, 10 minutes at a time 2-3 times a day, to prevent him from getting bored. Also, never tell your dog to "come" to you in order to punish him, scold or yell at him, as this will teach him not to come out of fear. Each time your dog comes to you, make it as pleasant and positive as possible for him. You will wind up with a dog that has a consistent come, and this will do wonders for you as a pet owner!