Comments on: 3 Must Knows For A Perfect Recall

By: BJ Pup (Lynda)

BJ Pup (Lynda) — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 03:30:42 +0000

When I get a new dog I’ll have to remember to put this in place. When let BJ off leash in Central Park, most of the time he would come when called. If not I could whisper the word “cookie” and would come running.

By: Alix Mitchell

Alix Mitchell — Sun, 13 Mar 2016 21:45:14 +0000

I like the way that you wrote this and the different point of view you took than the typical “tips for a good recall.” It should be easy for most owners to answer these three questions, which will absolutely lead to a great recall.

By: meghan

meghan — Sat, 12 Mar 2016 05:56:56 +0000

Great tips, as always! Sometimes I read your blog and think–Nala and Honey have a lot in common! But when I read this one, I think–oh man, Nala and Honey are very, very different.

Nala loves food and me. She does not give a flip about strange people out in the world, but she does like meeting new dogs, so that’s when I need to make sure to stay close enough and attentive enough for Nala to remember how amusing I am (or to just call her and run off in another direction! Boy, she comes running fast). And lately, we’ve been trying letting her drag her long line on trails where it’s legal for her to be off-leash–but I decided not to last week when we went on a couple of hikes around dusk, when the deer are active. Just before sunset when possibly surrounded by big, flighty animals is the perfect time to rely on a leash for us!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 01:40:47 +0000

Such simple yet integral tips! I think you’ve definitely simplified it. Good job!

By: Kimberly Gauthier

Kimberly Gauthier — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 00:03:14 +0000

Great post! Simple to understand and follow through on.

Scout is simple, he loves the Puller Rings. Sydney loves me. Rodrigo and Zoey are highly food motivated. I’ve used this knowledge to practice recall with them several days during the week.

I can’t count on them when we’re away from home. Too many distractions and other loose leash dogs.

By: Tenacious Little Terrier

Tenacious Little Terrier — Wed, 09 Mar 2016 09:52:08 +0000

Hmm… I don’t think a squirrel like being in my pocket? Mr. N’s recall is normally very good. He has his moments though and horses drive him crazy! Thanks for joining the hop!

By: Jen Gabbard

Jen Gabbard — Wed, 09 Mar 2016 00:56:43 +0000

Knowing when to keep them on leash is so important. As much as I’d love to live in a perfect world where our dogs can be “free” all day long I know it’s not safe. And I couldn’t even imagine what it would be like to have a Beagle or hound that follows their nose more than I already deal with.

By: Jan K

Jan K — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 23:29:07 +0000

We haven’t worked on recall a lot, since we have our big fenced in yard, and having beagles and a fearful dog, aren’t in the habit of letting them off leashes anyway. However, Sheba is allowed off leash at times and she’s actually more responsive to treats than I thought she would be. However, on occasion she gets a bit too excited about her freedom, so we do need to work on this with her. I like your simple and concise tips, and I think a lot of it boils down to knowing your dog.

By: Skye

Skye — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 20:12:52 +0000

I’m a trainer and have found that most dogs are on an invisible leash – that is, my dog seems to think he is connected to me if he is close to me or not too far away. Say, 10 feet. If he gets farther away than that, he knows he is free and can outrun me (actually he can always outrun me but he doesn’t know it). So, when he approaches the 10-foot distance, I call him back.

Also, many trainers teach that the recall is the most important skill and can save your dog’s life so it must be reinforced each and every time (with treats, so wear a treat bag on a walk). (Other trainers say that a reliable recall is trained with a variable schedule of reinforcement.) And, what if it is an emergency and your don’t have any treats? Well, your dog has built up a reliable recall (if you have put a lot of deposits/treats in his bank for coming) and chances are that he will come. Then you love him like there is no tomorrow (for coming) and go buy him a steak!

By: Monika & Sam

Monika & Sam — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 17:13:10 +0000

Brilliant advice. Sam has the same problem with being too sociable but he’s also too stubborn at times. And he has no love or attention for balls or toys, only treats…most of the time. 😉

Just love that sweet face of Honey onboard your boat. She’s one fabulous looking Golden! Just makes me want to leave lipstick marks all over her head. ღ