STEP By STEP Guide To Training Your Dog To Come Every Time!

[@milliepagan6491]

I love you guys at Suburban K9 so much. My Dogs trainer was Liliana Caprano here in Philly and she was just a literal God Send. My dog and I have such an amazing relationship now thanks to the fact that there isn’t anymore crazy behavior from him that stresses me out lol. I was even able to teach him so many more tricks because he no longer just ignores me. This place saved me from sinking into the deepest depression of my life because a bad behaved dog can definitely affect a persons mental health. So Thank you Suburban K9 for Liliana and her amazing skills with training my dog. We love you Lily.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Thanks for the kind words Millie! Liliana is definitely awesome!!! I am so glad your pup is doing well. Have fun training together!

[@milliepagan6491]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining ☺️🙏🏽❤️🐕🐾🦴

[@bbertram74]

It is ok when you get a dog that's already trained.try doing it with a dog that's not already trained and doesn't respond to treats.😢😢

[@leaannsavage2231]

I would like to see this in real life. A dog really blowing off the command and really getting your kind of correction.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Hi Lea Ann! Here is a video we shot with a dog who is much newer to the process. It shows the correction process in more detail.

[@canine_coach]

It's wonderful that you've taught your Sheltidoodle marker words like "yes" and "good boy." However, the association with treats is a common behavior, especially in dogs that have been positively reinforced during training. Here are some tips to manage this situation and encourage your Sheltidoodle to respond to markers without always expecting a treat: Randomize Treat Rewards: Instead of providing a treat every time you use the marker word, try randomizing the rewards. Sometimes give a treat, and other times, offer verbal praise, petting, or a favorite toy as a reward. This helps break the direct association between the marker word and treats. Variable Reinforcement: Implement a variable reinforcement schedule. This means rewarding your dog intermittently rather than every time it follows a command. Dogs tend to stay motivated when they are uncertain about when they will receive a reward. Use Life Rewards: Incorporate "life rewards" into your training. Allow your Sheltidoodle access to activities it enjoys, such as going for a short walk, playing with a favorite toy, or receiving attention, as a reward for responding to the marker word. Fade Out Treats Gradually: Gradually decrease the frequency of treat rewards while maintaining the use of marker words. Over time, your dog may become less reliant on treats and more responsive to verbal praise and other forms of reinforcement. Combine Verbal Praise with Treats: When your Sheltidoodle responds to the marker word, use verbal praise enthusiastically along with the occasional treat. This reinforces the idea that positive feedback can come in various forms. Teach New Commands: Introduce new commands or behaviors and use the marker words for those. This can help shift the focus away from treats associated with specific commands, providing a fresh start for training. Be Patient and Consistent: Changing behavior takes time, so be patient and consistent in your approach. Consistency is key to reinforcing new patterns of behavior. Remember that positive reinforcement is a powerful tool in dog training. By varying the rewards and gradually reducing reliance on treats, you can help your Sheltidoodle generalize the marker words to different situations without always expecting a treat. This approach fosters a more balanced and motivated response to your commands.

[@heathershaffer6148]

I read about a study that showed most dogs value praise just as much as a treat when being trained. Wish I could find it again.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Good point Heather! We train a lot of dogs with praise only, but that method is much harder for people to emulate from watching a video. Many dogs need to learn to be motivated by praise but almost every dog is motived by food from birth. The advantage of using only praise though is you don’t have to phase it out like you do treats. Thanks for watching!!!

[@salpemagarian1982]

Right I started using praise because I don't want to fill his belly with treats and get him used to always getting a treat.

[@bobben]

My dog does not even like treats, collects them for later. Strange thing is he does not eat from my hand, have to put it on the floor.

[@ChristopherWalker-je3wi]

​@@SuburbanK9DogTrainingWell hello I'm really sorry for texting you In such way it's not really cool but I just couldn't help myself you've got a very interesting profile and I must say you're cute♥️♥️♥️

[@Jusamused2]

I uuse both. Praise and a treat sometimes. I may not always have a treat handy when talking to my dog. The 'yes' word works wonderfully as praise for my dogs. Also "no" works amazingly well to stop them. :)🌱

[@gjmarin2004]

I feel like this would be more impressive if they actually did it with a dog that is in training not one that’s already trained one that’s in the very beginning phase of it where they’re still testing limits so that we can see it in real time

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Agreed! We shot this video as a big picture overview for our clients when they are starting one of our training programs. It is on our list to create a video showing this process with a "fresh" dog. Thanks for taking the time to drop a comment!

[@samariagraham4502]

Thank you! I don't use treats. Some instructors prefer treats as positive reinforcement. I find that one day I may not have a treat handy, but I will always have love and praise available to give.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Exactly! The times we do like to use treats for come are with very young puppies and with incredibly nervous dogs. For your average dog they should enjoy being praised by their owner and that should be enough! Thanks for watching!

[@jpc443]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining you always have praise in your pocket....😁

[@susans7091]

Very nice. Yup, too many people are not consistent 100%

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Thanks for watching Susan!!!

[@Junglemom1963]

Thank you so so much for this. I can’t afford an official trainer. If they’re just too expensive for my budget. This is a wonderful resource for people like me. God bless you.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I'm glad the video is helpful for you. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

[@salpemagarian1982]

Yes the walk thing is a reward i use when he sits still while i brush his hair

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

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[@TinkerMazell]

I have two puppies. One is a 6 month old Frenchie named Bob, the other is a 10 month old Yorkie named Coco Chanel. Coco started out training very well. She would sit, lay down, crawl, show me her belly, and ring a bell when she wanted to go potty outside. Now she’s stubborn and hard headed! I haven’t really done a lot of training with Bob yet, but he seems eager to learn. I’ve quickly realized that I can’t train them both at the same time. Bob is chill and Coco is super hyped. Do you have any advice for me?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Training them separately is definitely the right choice! Once they learn all their commands and are doing well it makes sense to start training together, but cover the basics first. How do they do on leash? Teaching a dog to "heel" will make all of the other commands much easier to teach. The idea is that you will have a calmer dog who already understands how to listen and they become a "blank slate" ready to learn. Here is a video showing how to start the heel command. We use a training collar in the video but it is not needed. You can follow these methods with any collar. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epXIeaWZadV2o6M Here is a video on come that will help a lot more than the video you commented on. It shows the process with a dog earlier in their training. Also, it is with a Frenchie! kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmZi4JmgbtqfcU Let us know what questions you have after you get started!

[@lisasternenkind6467]

You have 2 dogs in puberty. I suppose Coco just has the usual chaotic mind of a teen. Stay consistent, even if your youngster seems like he has forgotten all he learned before.

[@cherilafleur]

Thanks for explaining in human terms. My trainer sucked. I learned alot & appreciate.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Glad it was helpful Cheri! Thanks for taking the time to drop a comment!

[@LisaGreiner]

My dog walks without leash. He is 7 yr old pure labradoodle. Very intelligent and sweet dog. We live in small city and horses property. He learned well for command. I give him freedom and he must keep his responsibilities. He can ignore rabbits and squirrels. Good luck.

[@johnsellers9623]

That’s funny,, pure labradoodle. They are nice dogs. But I’m not sure calling it pure is the right call. It’s a cross breed between lab retriever and poodle. But are very nice dogs.

[@LisaGreiner]

My dog’s parents Trex and Penelope are pure labradoodle also.

[@Coryntia11]

Thank you. Your Tipps Are very very good. I will Train this way. Best regards from Germany 🤗

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Thanks for taking the time to drop a comment Ingrid! Reach out any time with questions!!!

[@Coryntia11]

I woud have a big question …🤓 becauce it‘s getting to a problem to me. My little Chihuahua is now 13 month. He barks to the most of dogs when Iwalk the dog. Big dogs… Chady is very socialezd but with minis. I‘m in a group of them. But all of the dog’s barks when other dogs cross ouer way. What can I do, to help him out. Distance does Not help. Correktour, no chance. He does‘nt hear me. Thank you soo much for a training help. 🙏❤

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

@@Coryntia11 Here is a link to a video on stopping leash pulling. It shows how to do this with a specific type of collar, but any collar can be used. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epXIeaWZadV2o6M Let us know what questions come up after watching!

[@Coryntia11]

Hi my dear, in Germany this collar is forbidden. 40 years ago, i had an Hovawart, we use this collar. And it were realy helpful. For so many aggressiv Dogs it should be alloud. But No way here. 🙄 I tried Today with a Shelly. This makes noises. How wonder, Chady were lisening and watch at me. 👏👍

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

@@Coryntia11 Have you tried a Martingale collar? They often work very well!

[@lyubomyrboychuk4369]

Thanks, interested, will try.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Glad you liked the video! We have a couple of newer videos that should help quite a bit as well. All dogs are different, so I would suggest watching 3 or 4 videos and then combining the advice in a way that makes sense for your pup. kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmZi4JmgbtqfcU kzbin.info/www/bejne/hl7bmmmejs2nq8k

[@SpiritualWarrior777]

Our dog is a RUNNER, he zooms off and he's fast like a cheetah lol. If we run towards him he takes off. So we walk away from him and he follows us and then we try to catch him from there. We live in an area with townhomes and no fenced yards so we can never have him off leash. If we let go of him he takes off. He does not stay. German Shepard Great Dane mix. He's amazing at following sit and stay in the house. He'll even come to us if we whistle for him but outside he's a different animal.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

We see that a lot! I would consider training him on an e collar. This is a safe and effective way to allow him to truly run off leash which is something every dog should get to experience. Here is a link showing how to acclimate a dog to the vibration function on an e collar. This step is fun and easy when it is done right. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6nRc4BqbNibjKM Let us know if you have any questions!

[@dorishaus400]

I love that you don’t use treats!

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Thanks for watching Doris! We definitely prefer to train with praise as much as possible instead of treats. You always have praise with you but you don't always have treats! I train my own dogs and probably 90% of my clients' dogs with praise alone. That being said, it can be harder to train with praise only and there are times that treats make sense. We also have some training videos showing how to do this process with treats because a lot of people find the process easier that way. Thanks for taking the time to drop a comment!

[@twngrl56]

I like your methods better than any I've seen. We spent 3,000 bucks to have our dog trained while she was a pup about a year and a half ago and she's practically ignored some of it now. (no doubt my fault) They taught with the E-Collar and I can't use it anymore. It's too stressful for me. Not to mention I feel like she becomes a remote control dog and I don't want that at all. Needless to say she's amazing with everything except she does take off when distracted. So I got the long leash and I'll be using this method. Thank You so much for this tutorial.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Hi Susan! Welcome to the channel! Here is a link to a newer video we shot that shows the process with a dog who is early in the training process. It shows corrections in real time with the long line when the dog chooses not to listen. kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmZi4JmgbtqfcU Thanks for taking the time to drop a comment!

[@MiaogisTeas]

Slight problem at 05:11 After you praised him, he dashed off, anticipating your "free." He associated the praise you gave him for returning with being let free. Theres a great video from New Zealand about ensuring you leave space between the two commands so the dog doesn't immediately dash away upon getting praise.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I just rewatched the section of the video you flagged and I don't see what you mean. The trainer releases the dog and the dog runs off immediately. The dog doesn't run off first.

[@MacKenzieAllen-xd7bi]

Thank you for your channel! Do you recommend a certain collar?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

It really comes down to the dog. We use many different collars depending on a variety of factors. How old is the dog, what is their breed and what are your main training goals?

[@staffordsanpei7804]

I like the reward with praise and no treats. My dog Ollie 3yr corgi ., does commands only with treats. I want to get him off of treats.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I'm glad this was helpful! We prefer to train without treats for exactly the reason you describe. We often start "come" with treats for a very young puppy and then phase them out as quickly as possible. Let us know if you have any questions as you get started!

[@lydbok]

Thank you🙂

[@lynmccarter7077]

So what consequence do you recommend when a dog ignores

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Great question! Here is a newer video of ours that shows a dog early in the training process. You will get to see the correction multiple times. kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmZi4JmgbtqfcU Let us know if you have any questions after watching it!

[@angelinacamacho8575]

go grab the dog and be realistic with the environment in which they are off leash in.

[@darcyb3019]

Is there a good alternative to using the long leash. My dog is very powerful and I have a disabled ankle. If he is running away when I stepped on the leash, it would knock me off my feet. I love this video and really need to teach him this. Thank you!

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I would consider an e collar. We start with the vibration and make it a fun positive thing and use it to get their attention. The stim can be used if needed in the future. Here is a video showing how we acclimate to vibration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6nRc4BqbNibjKM Here is one showing how we acclimate to the stim function. Notice it is not mean or scary and the dog has fun during the process! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH_XYZtsnc53h9E

[@lindadoran6062]

What if your dog justs sits in the grass or rolls over on her back? No amout of coaxing or sayin "come" works if she doesnt want to.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I would just use the leash to get her "heeling" and walk her for a moment until she gets in training mode. Then I would restart the come command training.

[@firstdonuts]

Game changer. How would you train sit?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

It really depends on the age of the dog. With a young puppy (less than 16 weeks) we would probably use a treat. We would show them the treat and lift it over their head while saying sit. With an older do we would probably just use very soft pressure on their rear end while saying sit.

[@firstdonuts]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining Thanks you thank you im trying to train my dog

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

@@firstdonuts Absolutely! Reach out with any questions, we would love to help!

[@Jillb888]

What is the e-collar you recommend? I couldn’t understand it when you mentioned it in this video. I love your idea of training without treats!!

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Sorry about that! Sometimes I speak quickly 🙂. Dogtra is my favorite brand because they are so reliable and user friendly. The Arc is one of their best models. Here is a link to it on Amazon. amzn.to/4dsDrxR What size/breed is your dog? There are other models that are better for certain breeds/sizes.

[@melindajc1969]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining Hi, firstly thank you for this great video! What e-collar do you recommend for a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? She definitely ’plays the game’ and I would like to correct this.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

@@melindajc1969 Cavaliers are often right between sizes. The problem with small e collars is that often the quality and range are sacrificed due to size. I would most likely use a Dogtra 280c. It may look too large, but it is an incredible collar that will last for years. The Dogtra IQ mini will fit better, but it isn't as good of a collar. Here is a link to the mini in case you haven't seen them before-- amzn.to/3SmeSd3

[@melindajc1969]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining thank you so much. She’s on the big size for a cav, so the Dogtra 280c sounds the best option 👍

[@betsygodwin8938]

Do I need to get a certain collar for my dog when I do this kind of training.??

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Great question Betsy! Many of our clients start with a martingale collar and they often work great. The advantage is that the dog cannot back out or slip out of it. Does your dog pull on leash a lot?

[@lucyflanagan3628]

Right. If he can get away with ignoring command - that’s a positive reinforcement. In fact it’s intermittent reward = negative punishment, a powerful reward, what drives gambling addiction. Right?

[@heathershaffer6148]

I like this but I'm wondering if there's anything else I need to do to make my GSD squirrel proof? He ran from me the other night to go after a squirrel and I couldnt find him until he finally decided to come back. Very scary.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

For a GSD with a prey drive I would suggest e collar training. We have some videos on the topic. I would start with the one on acclimating to vibration. This is a fun/easy step and will dramatically improve his recall. We also have an informational video discussing the pros and cons of e collars that would be worth watching.

[@heathershaffer6148]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining thank you, I'll find the video and watch it.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

No problem Heather! Here are the links: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6nRc4BqbNibjKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6Kxpauon81na9k

[@diqtpie7048]

Are you saying "free" in your other videos after he comes and sits??

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Yep! We almost always use "free" as the release word. Years ago we used "ok" but people often say that in a loud excited voice when talking to each other and it can result in dogs thinking they have been released. People don't say free in normal conversation with the same inflection so it is less of an issue.

[@Kristenh02]

How did you teach “free@

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

We teach free in conjunction with teaching the stay command. We have the dog stay and walk off a couple feet and then say "free" in an excited voice and get them to stand up. We do this over and over until they understand "free" means they can go do whatever they want. I hope this helps and let us know if you have any other questions!

[@careditor]

My little Shih Tzu thinks the leash is attacking him so he fights it. I am still working with him...he's coming around.

[@mcbrite]

The Thumbnail... :-D :-D :-D

[@hoflady]

What if your dog is stronger than you are?? Cannot get recall because she is stronger and bigger and faster than I am

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

We start with a lot of leash training and stop all leash pulling first. This helps get the dog to understand what training is about and how to listen. We have a video on that topic if you are interested. Once that is done they will be much calmer and easier to train on the come command. Let me know what questions you have!

[@rjgreenfield3827]

@@SuburbanK9DogTraining What is that video? AND How do you get a 2 year old rescue coonhound to submit outside? Tried numerous collars and harnesses to stop the fierce pulling, to no avail. Thanks.

[@yeseniamendoza4351]

How do teach when you’re teaching 6 dogs?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

We see multi dog house holds a lot and it can be a challenge. We set up a training session with each dog independently each day until they start doing well on their own. Then we start training two dogs at a time each day until they do well in that situation. Then we just add another dog every couple of days until the whole pack can train at once.

[@jpc443]

You are a God.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

🙂 Thanks for watching and hopefully the video helps you out!

[@jpc443]

@SuburbanK9DogTraining oh, I'm certain that it will! I am adopting a 12 month old Jack Russell/Fox terrier Cross, tomorrow. He hasn't been mistreated just a change in the owners circumstances. I owned Cocker Spanials in the past and generally had them trained really well....apart from one. She was good as gold without distractions, but her instinct to flush birds was really strong. On the beach, with all those seagulls, I never stood a chance... This video is everything I've been looking for and makes perfect sense. We already have the long lead and are really excited to get started. I have subscribed and will tell everyone all about you. Thank you so much!

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Congrats on the new dog! Let us know how it goes and definitely reach out if you have any questions!

[@olgad-zh9il]

Are you coming to your client home for session? If yes, how much you charge and how many hours you training in one session

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Absolutely! Our in home sessions are either 60 or 90 minutes depending on the situation. If you go to our website you can get an instant quote if you are in our service area. We would love to help you! www.suburban-k9.com

[@2010tck93]

Wow , you get your dog to respond to within three feet. You must be a master trainer! Show people a twenty foot recall

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

You should probably watch the whole video before posting a snarky comment. 😊

[@stevestretch6052]

He did a twenty foot recall.

[@khrisericksondogtraining]

If praise is reinforcing as you state at the beginning of the video, then why would you ever need to give corrections?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Dogs are similar to humans in the sense that they will rarely be perfect. Humans and dogs both need consequences in their life in order to follow the rules.

[@Carnivorecatherine]

Personally I need a shot of electrolytes in the evening or I get terrible cramps. LMNT are my go to bc I tried other brands & the cramps came back right away. Everyone has to try their own experiments. I am making my own electrolytes that match LMNT. I found a video of the recipe

[@reginacarmenbanda9131]

You’re off topic.

[@ChristopherWalker-je3wi]

Well hello I'm really sorry for texting you In such way it's not really cool but I just couldn't help myself you've got a very interesting profile and I must say you're cute♥️♥️♥️

[@canine_coach]

Why are you always in nature only shots when the name is suburban K9 dog training?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Haha! Good point. We are shooting a video on the CGCA test this week and that one is shot in a busy urban environment. Thanks for watching!

[@michelepeters6531]

Can you show with an untrained dog? My dog lunges at squirrels and will not listen to me!

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Hi Michele! Here is a video we recently did with a young dog who is new to training. kzbin.info/www/bejne/inmZi4JmgbtqfcU

[@lindadoran6062]

When you say tug on the leash and say "come" well my dog just sits down in the grass or r olls over on her back. No amount of coaxing or tugging works if she doesn't want to come. Now what?

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I would just use the leash to get her "heeling" and walk her for a moment until she gets in training mode. Then I would restart the come command training.

[@Tailionis]

I have a chihuahua. They don't need this training. Always on my heels.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

😂😂😂

[@SteveBlakes]

I sence the low intesity. Maybe add a funny sequence where someone gets to test it on you. kidding. But I would laugh.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Funny enough Steve that is on our list! We often have clients practice an e collar on us to ensure they know how to operate it and understand the timing. We are going to shoot a video showing that process.

[@rockybeachy]

Nah

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

???

[@joeevan6265]

I don't understand why every video begs for a like and sub. We all know what the buttons are for... when u beg, it makes u look sad and desperate.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

Did you like and subscribe?

[@pamjohnson4517]

How would you like someone to train you that way when you were a child? To me that is not training what you did earlier was training why don’t you just follow through and use the method you just got through demonstrating. Training a dog is one step at a time you start with a few feet 100 feet1000 feet on the same method you just used earlier. This makes no sense to use any kind of vibration or e-collar.

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

I’m confused by this comment. When did the trainer not follow through? What part of this is “not training”?

[@ChristopherWalker-je3wi]

Well hello I'm really sorry for texting you In such way it's not really cool but I just couldn't help myself you've got a very interesting profile and I must say you're cute♥️♥️♥️

[@uberfu]

The problem with all these type of videos is that they always use a dog that is fully trained and well behaved instead of a newish dog they are working with for corrective behavior. If I wanted to not see any examples of spots where the well behaved dog is sitting there doing WTF they're supposed to be doing and have an explanation givien as "pretend the well behaved dog is not doing what it's supposed to" - I could skip the f*cking video and simply go read a dog training manual. Do this same video over with a dog that has not been trained or is not well behaved.

[@uberfu]

Half way through the video the dog is tired and not doing anything _ WTF after the YTer spent time off camera wearing the dog out. This is a dumb ass video !!!

[@SuburbanK9DogTraining]

🤔 There were no cuts in this video. The dog definitely wasn't "worn out off camera". This video just shows a quick 10 minute training session and explains common mistakes people make with the come command.