If your dog won't leave your side after the first try:
Your treats may be too visible. Put them in your pocket or high on a table or shelf. Or, toss a piece of kibble so he has to leave your side to get it.
OverviewThe 'watch' command helps keep your dog focused on you during training, but it's useful for regular life too. For instance, if you're on a walk and cross paths with another dog who wants to pick a fight, the 'watch' command can help keep your dog's attention on you and prevent a scuffle.Steps to teaching "watch"
DogTime tip: Once your dog's caught on, put your hand with the treat in it out to the side when you tell him 'Watch.' When he glances at you, tell him "Yes!" right away and quickly deliver the treat. This helps get the message across that you want him to watch your face, not the treat. Veterinarian and animal behaviorist Dr. Ian Dunbar and his wife, dog trainer Kelly Dunbar, collaborate on DogStarDaily.com, OpenPaw.org, and DogTime, where they serve as contributing editors. They're dedicated to strengthening the bond between people and their dogs through training in order to keep dogs in their original homes and out of shelters. TroubleshootingGo back to Dog Training Center |
What to expectAt first, your dog's eyes will be looking more at the food than at you. That's fine; just keep rewarding him when his eyes cross yours, and he'll soon get the idea. |
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