Recall Training Course

ABTC Registered Animal Training Instructor – the only register of dog trainers recommended by the RSPCA and Dogs Trust
Predation Substitution Instructor - kind, science-based approach to help prey-driven dogs stay calm and connected – even when wildlife appears.

Is your dog's recall like this?

Dog happily recalling – train with Focus Dog Behaviour and Training in Cottingley (near Shipley)

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More like this?!

Dog ignoring recall – struggling with recall training? Focus Dog Behaviour and Training can help

This short video shows my own dog (the little black one) alongside two of my client dogs. All of the dogs check in with me and choose to recall themselves, without being asked.  With the client dogs, every check-in and self-recall is rewarded to reinforce their choice to disengage from the environment and return to me. With my own dog, I don’t reward recalls from short distances, otherwise she’d never leave my side!

While results like this take time and consistency, my Recall Programme gives you the skills and structure to start building this level of recall and engagement with your own dog.

Having a reliable recall is top of the charts for most dog owners.  

 Poor Recall Can:
  • Endanger you and your dog.
  • Pose a risk to members of the public.
  • Cause you stress and anxiety on every off-lead walk.
  • Reduce your dog's freedom and choice.
  • Not live up to the life you imagined with your dog.
  • Feel really personal; it can create a sense of disappointment, leaving you feeling you "aren't enough" for your dog.

Myth Busting

  • "My puppy/dog will grow out of poor recall". No, it won't. It will likely get far worse. Your dog needs timely help from you.
  • "It's better to wait until my puppy is older". Nope, the sooner you start, the better. 
  • "I need to be the most exciting thing in the park".  No, you need a solid history of reinforcement and distraction training.
  • "It's okay, they come back most of the time".  Your dog's safety and the safety of others is your responsibility ALL of the time.
  • "My dog is just being stubborn, disobedient or dominant off-lead. They know they ought to come back".  Your dog is an entirely different species and your dog's behaviour is partly a product of the information you provide it. Not wanting to return can be due to many things, being stubborn or/and disobedient has no part to play in it.

A shaky recall foundation will often deteriorate to the point where your dog remains on the lead all of the time.
Great recall requires consistent active training on a daily basis.
Recall training is some of the most fun you and your dog can have together!

The 4 Week Recall Course From A Certified Predation Substitute Instructor

Identify the Moving Pieces of Recall.

Understand recall training foundations with Focus Dog Behaviour and Training in Cottingley near Shipley

Set Up Your Dog For Success.

Set your dog up for recall success with Focus Dog Behaviour and Training in Cottingley, near Shipley

Learn What Motivates Your Dog.

Learn what motivates your dog to recall – Focus Dog Behaviour and Training, Cottingley, near Shipley

A Little Bit of Learning Theory.

Dog focused on handler – learn recall theory and timing with Focus Dog Behaviour and Training

Float Your Dog's Boat

Dog joyfully running – recall games and engagement with Focus Dog Behaviour and Training in Cottingley, near Shipley

Introduce Distractions

Distractions in recall training – real-world proofing with Focus Dog Behaviour and Training

This course is offered on a rolling basis. If you’d like to be notified when the next Recall training class is available, please email me via the button below and I’ll be in touch as soon as dates are confirmed.

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