Does your dog come every time you call? An instantaneous recall can be very important in dangerous situations. Here are a few quick and easy tips to boost your dog’s Instant Recall.

1. Establish different recall words:

1. • A “Causal Recall” such as “here puppy” for instances were it is not imperative that your dog comes.
2. • A “Sorry Pup Recall” for Veterinary visits, nail trims, etc. This can be a phrase like “It’s time”.
3. • An “Instant Recall” like “now” for emergencies. This word should only be used when you dog must come the instant you say it.

1. If you have already been using a recall word and have mediocre responses from your dog, choose a fresh word for the Instant Recall.
2. Never use your Instant Recall for anything your dog won’t like. For example, do not use this word to call your dog over for punishment, or to leave the dog park.
3. Never practice your Instant Recall in a situation where you cannot make it happen.
4. Never repeat the command; say it once and make it happen. There are several ways to achieve this; you can run in the opposite direction, you can waive a treat, you can pull on the leash, etc.
5. Give your dog huge payoffs for an Instant Recall.

Now go out and practice, practice, practice!

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