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Originally Posted by daisysis lots of tiny treats..
How can I stop one of mine running away from me? When she is off her leash and she figures it out she runs off.
She does not come back when I call , unless i have a treat bag or a squeaky toy. |
Hi You could try running away from her. Turn it into a game for her to chase you, I mentioned this on another thread and it really helped a lady whose yorkie got out
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...932#post630932.
But they're cunning aren't they? They know when you don't have any treats for them! I don't know how old your little girl is but Dougal was over 2 before he started consistently coming back - I think getting him neutered helped tremendously with that tho!
You could also practice doing recalls in safe situations, indoors, in a fenced yard. It doesn't have to be a big recall if you practice all the time at home, even if your dog's only going a wee way then it makes a huge difference when you're out at the park. But always praise the dog when they come back to you. Never yell or be angry when they don't come back - who'd want to come back to a grumpy person? If they don't come back, take a breathe, count to 5 and try again!
Also do you only recall to put the lead on when you've finished letting her run around? Try recalling her half a dozen times when you're out walking and rewarding her with lots of pats and "good dogs" every single time she comes back.
Hope that helps. Good luck!