How to Train Your Rottweiler to Come When You Call

Rottweilers are big, beautiful, smart dogs that need to be well controlled by their owners. One of the most important skills to teach your Rottie is to come when you call. In an emergency, coming immediately can save his life. Having a dog who comes can also save you, his owner, from experiencing extreme frustration and embarrassment.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Leash
• Dog treats

1. Put your Rottweiler on her leash. You will need to be able to control your dog during the training session, and the easiest way to maintain control is to keep her on her leash.

2. Stand 6 or 7 feet away from your dog and make sure he is paying attention to you.

3. Call your Rottweiler using a cheerful, upbeat voice. Say her name followed by the one-word command you will use. It doesn't matter whether you say, "Come" or "Here." It only matters that you use the same command every time.

4. Back a few steps away from your dog if he hesitates before coming. This encourages him to move toward you.

5. Reward her with treats and praise when she comes. Gradually increase the distance between you and your dog in your training session and, at the same time, reduce the number of treats you use. Replace the treats with petting and praise.

Tips & Warnings

• Plan to work on training your dog to come every day. Use frequent, brief sessions to get positive results.
• Do your first sessions in a quiet place. This increases the chances that he will succeed. Gradually add more distractions to your training space until your dog will come even in a crowded park.
• Never hit your dog if he refuses to come. This destroys the trust you need to have a good relationship with your dog.

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