There will be times when your dog picks something up that they shouldn't have in their mouths. For instance, if your dog picks up something like a dropped medication or a sharp utensil, the cue "Drop It" could save their life. The best way to teach this command id by playing tug.
- offer a tug toy to your dog
- play with your dog for a few minutes
- stop playing and wait for your dog to release the to
- if your dog continues to tug, STOP and WAIT
- when your dog gives up the toy, mark the behavior wit the clicker
- when your dog is consistently letting go of the toy every time, add in the words, "Drop It"
I enjoed teaching Lily this comand very much because she got play time also She usually doesn't play tug a war instead grabs the top and runs while everyone is running behind her. Drop it has come in great use when she is in the kitchen eat grabs something that is harmful for days and she'll imediately release it.
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