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A good tip for teaching recall is to start somewhere boring, with no distractions, like in your home, and then, over time, to gradually ADD distractions by moving to places that aren't so calm.
So, start at home, with recall. When she's got that down, move to outside, but, an outside location that is still somewhat calm. Then try a location outside that has just a few more distractions.
And, the long lead is great, so that you always have control.
You have to make coming to you seem WAY better than what she's doing, so use a super excited voice, and the yummiest treats possible, not just regular treats. And, sometimes, it can help to call her name, and then jog a few steps AWAY from her. Dogs love to play chase, so having you take off without her may make her come to you.
I would never let her off leash til she has a really good recall. There are just too many things that can happen.
So, start at home, with recall. When she's got that down, move to outside, but, an outside location that is still somewhat calm. Then try a location outside that has just a few more distractions.
And, the long lead is great, so that you always have control.
You have to make coming to you seem WAY better than what she's doing, so use a super excited voice, and the yummiest treats possible, not just regular treats. And, sometimes, it can help to call her name, and then jog a few steps AWAY from her. Dogs love to play chase, so having you take off without her may make her come to you.
I would never let her off leash til she has a really good recall. There are just too many things that can happen.
