In this module Dom explains exactly how you are going to teach your dog a recall.

If your dog thinks when you say his name that good things are going to happen he will be more likely to come back to you, so please ensure you reward your dog every time he looks at you when you say his name.

If you do this regularly it will be easier for you to get him to come to you every time you say his name.

Dog's learn through repetition so you may need to repeat the recall exercises several times for many days before you can trust your dog off lead in the park.

Despite what some dog trainers will tell you, you definitely don't need a whistle or a clicker to teach your dog a recall. And you certainly don't need a choke chain or an electric collar.

The first thing you need is some enthusiasm because it will be much easier to get your dog to come to you if he thinks you are happy to see him! Don't discount the power of affection and praise when you are training your dog, most dog love being told they are a good boy (or good girl if they are a girl!)

Next you need some toys and treats that you know your dog likes and in this video Dom demonstrates how you can use a range of treats to give your dog 'jackpot' rewards with your dog. You don't need expensive toys or treats, use whatever is your dogs 'Kryptonite'

 Next up is a dog lead , the dog lead is in many way the most important item because it stops your dog from ignoring you. If you use a lead your will make it impossible for him to make mistakes, then he will learn much quicker.

So to recap you need

1. Some toys and treats you know your dog likes.
2. A lead, ideally around 2m in length (tie two shorter leads together if you want)
3. A cheery personality (your dog will thank you for being happy and cheerful)

Let's get started!

In this module Dom teaches you the two recall exercises that will eventually have your dog racing back to you in the park.

You can use toys or treats (and Dom uses both) to reward your dog. Remember to use a lead indoors too. This will  get your dog used to wearing and will teach him that being on lead doesn't mean the fun is over!

The biggest mistake most dog owners make is that they have a little bit of success and then they rush off to the park where their dog inevitably acts the same as he always did, which is not come back to you!

In this module Dom explains how to slowly build up the distractions so you can practise your dogs recall all the time, at home when you are making a cup of coffee or in the garden and eventually in the park too.

Dom also explains how to practise a running recall in the house this is a cool game your kids (or partner) and you can play with your dog.

If you watch and follow what is taught in this module then you should experience stress and error free recall training with your dog in the park.

But before Dom goes to the park he shows you how to practise the recall in your garden or yard using the exercises you learned in section 3.

When you head outside with your dog to practise the recall don't forget your dogs toys, treats and your enthusiasm!

Do not be tempted to skip this important lecture.

Let's recap everything you need to do to teach your dog a reliable recall.

• First we looked at why your dog doesn't have a very good recall.

• Part of the answer to that is going to involve you making yourself more interesting to your dog (No recall means no interest in you)

• Teach him that coming towards you is a good thing (because you have all the things he likes)

• What does your dogs name mean to him? (If it means good things are going to happen then teaching a recall will be easy)

• Then we looked at how we help a dog to lean a recall by building a repeatable pattern of behaviour.

• We discussed what equipment you need to teach a recall (just 3 things!)

• The two recall exercises that will have your dog racing back to you.

• Finally we looked at where you should be practising the recall exercises and why you shouldn't just head off straight to the park with your dog.

So now you have the tools to teach your dog a reliable recall that will have him racing towards you when you call his name at the park, beach or woods.

Long term your goal should be to spend some time finding out exactly what it is your dog like playing with (his Kryptonite!) and then play games and practise tricks to keep his focus on you. Once you have great focus you can teach your dog anything.

Most important of all, have FUN with your dog!

So now you have the tools to teach your dog a reliable recall that will have him racing towards you when you call his name at the park, beach or woods.