Training Games
There are a variety of games you can play with your dog to make training more fun. One of my favorites for developing a very solid recall is hide and seek.
You’ll need at least one partner, some training treats or your dog’s favorite toy, and your dog to get started. First, try calling your dog from person to person in the same room. As soon as your dog figures out that coming to each of you earns him a reward, you can up the stakes a bit. As Fido runs off to find Mary, you should move to a different room. Once he has found Mary, you can call him again while Mary goes to hide in another room. Not only will this reinforce quick recalls, it’s also a good way to burn off some energy during rainy (or snowy) days.
Once your dog is excelling at this game inside, you can take it to the yard, and then to the park. This game is especially great for children, because they get to run around with their dog, all in the name of training.