{"id":10009,"date":"2022-03-11T15:35:04","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T15:35:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/blog\/uncategorized\/how-to-teach-your-puppy-to-fetch\/"},"modified":"2024-07-24T12:51:25","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T12:51:25","slug":"how-to-teach-your-puppy-to-fetch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/training-basics\/how-to-teach-your-puppy-to-fetch\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Teach Your Puppy to Fetch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Fetch gene! All puppies have it, right? Well, no, not quite&#8230; The retrievers out there have it in bucket loads, but for other breed types, fetching often has to be taught. Teaching a puppy to fetch can be one of the most rewarding things you do. Who doesn\u2019t love a game of fetch? It\u2019s also great for burning off any excess puppy energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever wondered why it\u2019s important that your puppy fetches or how they\u2019ll learn to fetch if they\u2019re not a natural retriever? Then we get it. Teaching a puppy to fetch can actually be more of a challenge than it sounds. Luckily, we\u2019re here to help you \u2018fetch\u2019 the facts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article will help you learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Why it\u2019s important to teach your puppy to fetch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to teach your puppy to fetch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some helpful extra tips in teaching your puppy to fetch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An essential Pro Tip on why fetch may or may not be ideal for your puppy, and what to do if it isn\u2019t!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/#how-it-works\">Zigzag puppy training app<\/a>, we have a whole week by week program on teaching your puppy to fetch and retrieve items. You\u2019ll also learn how to train your puppy to be happy about giving up toys and other things to prevent resource guarding! It\u2019s all done by breed type, too, so whether your puppy is a natural at retrieving or not, you\u2019ll be able to teach them to fetch. We also have <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/experts\/\">a team of fully qualified and experienced puppy training coaches<\/a>. It\u2019s a bit like having a dog trainer and puppy agony aunt in your pocket, really.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Puppy playing in sand with ball\" class=\"wp-image-3337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-scaled-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-pons-oH9AuO20kbk-unsplash-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@imandrewpons?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Andrew Pons<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Why is it important to teach your puppy to fetch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Playing fetch is a great way to play with your puppy and keeps everyone fit, healthy and active when out at the park, but for some dogs, it\u2019s just not their thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The terrier types prefer to chase and grab and tear to bits. The herding breeds like to stop the ball moving at all costs! Of course, your gundog and retriever types are hardwired to retrieve and play fetch, so they usually find playing it very enjoyable. You might just struggle to get the game to stop!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But like any skill, it\u2019s probably worth teaching it to your dog. Why? Because dogs love to learn! Why wouldn\u2019t you want to teach them this fun game? Is it essential to do? Well, I\u2019ll leave it up to you to decide if playing fetch and teaching your dog to retrieve is important. Still, you can also use it not just to play fetch in the park but as part of a <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/new-puppy\/games-and-toys\/fun-puppy-tricks\/\">fun puppy tricks repertoire<\/a>, like tidying your toys away. Now, who doesn\u2019t want a dog that does that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>How to teach your puppy to fetch in 5 easy steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First, you\u2019ll need to find out what your pup&#8217;s favorite toy is, then teach them that bringing that toy is going to bring about fabulous rewards and then lastly and very importantly that giving the toy up is a good idea too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Show your puppy the toy and get them interested in it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is key &#8211; you want your puppy to be interested in whatever it is you want them to fetch. Just think about it. It\u2019s different when you are told to fetch a $100 bill than a banana, right? For a retriever, the toy of choice might be a ball. For a terrier, they might be more into something furry. We\u2019ve got some ideas of what toys your puppy might like below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Throw the toy a little way away from you and your puppy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to throw it too far. Otherwise, your puppy might lose sight of the toy they\u2019re meant to be fetching and can get tired very quickly. And that\u2019s no fun, is it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. As soon as your puppy picks it up and turns towards you, start cheerleading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get clapping and cheering them on when they\u2019ve picked the toy up! This is important to indicate they\u2019ve done something right and will help make sure they do it again and quicker in the future. Shower them with compliments, with lots of whooping and love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. When your puppy fetches, do the swap.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When your puppy returns to you with the toy, pop a really yummy\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-health\/feeding\/best-healthy-puppy-training-treats\/\">puppy treat<\/a>\u00a0on their nose, which would make them release the toy. Swapping helps your puppy let go of what they have in their mouth willingly, and understand that when they back to you, they should let go of the toy. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yay! Did you see that? You\u2019ve just taught your puppy to fetch. Good job!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Repeat the fetch exercise above.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each time you repeat the exercise, throw the toy a little further away from you. This will help your puppy practice this new skill and even get a little better at it each time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to keep cheering them on, and swapping the toy for food when they return as they learn.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"dog fetching a frisbee\" class=\"wp-image-3338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-scaled-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/andrew-wagner-4RmkomQYkXk-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@andwags?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Andrew Wagner<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Useful extra tips for teaching your puppy to fetch successfully<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find a toy your puppy will like.<br>For retrievers and gundogs, a larger ball or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3hxbBVr\">rugby shaped<\/a> retrieve toy is what they\u2019ll find comfortable to hold in their mouths. It will also be MUCH safer than regular sized tennis balls.<br>Terriers may prefer a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HzFord\">furry tug toy<\/a> they can shake and rag on the way back.<br>Herdy types such as Collies and Shepherds love to stop a rolling <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3sAYGs7\">Hol-ee ball<\/a>, and it folds up nicely when they pick it up.<br>The Hol-ee balls are good with apartment-faced breeds like Bulldogs, Frenchies and Pugs, too, as they can still breathe, and you can get <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3hxbBVr\">slightly tougher versions<\/a> if your dog is a bit of a chewer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always swap the toy for a piece of food so that your puppy understands that giving things up willingly will bring fabulous rewards, and you still get to play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add the cue to \u2018fetch\u2019 when your puppy has started to get the hang of going and getting the toy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your puppy is more \u2018foodie\u2019 than \u2018fetchie\u2019 you sometimes get a dog who decides \u2018no I\u2019d rather have the food thank you very much\u2019. In these instances, I swap from one toy to another so-called \u2019two toy drop\u2019 so that they\u2019re more interested in toys than food.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your puppy is more toy motivated than food motivated and doesn\u2019t fancy swapping the toy for the food, try having two identical toys and swapping between them instead. You can also try using super high value treats like cheese or chicken.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start off easy. Don\u2019t make fetching the toy a marathon. It should just be close by, to begin with. That way, you get lots of easy wins and your puppy won\u2019t find it too hard and give up quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once your puppy has the hang of fetching in one room, change locations and try a different room in the house.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build up the difficulty by teaching your puppy to fetch longer distances and by hiding the toy in different places.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start to use fetching as a reward for other things if your puppy enjoys doing it. Can your puppy sit for a ball throw? Maybe they can even do a down on verbal cue a bit later on? These are all excellent ways to fade out food rewards for exercises and get your puppy involved in play rewards instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"puppy on walk with ball in their mouth\" class=\"wp-image-3339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-scaled-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mia-anderson-Jnc-eF01ADg-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@miaanderson?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Mia Anderson<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong> While playing fetch is often hugely rewarding for puppies and their owners, some dogs can get a little obsessive and manic about fetching. You know when they get that \u2018wild\u2019 look in their eyes when the ball comes out. If this sounds like it could be your puppy\u2019s style, then think about constructive exercises you can do around retrieves. Blind retrieves are still fun but use your puppy\u2019s brain more. We have this exercise in the <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/#how-it-works\">Zigzag puppy training app<\/a> under the \u2018find a toy\u2019 section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Teach a Puppy to Play Fetch FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long should you play fetch with your puppy?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to&nbsp;how long to play fetch&nbsp;with your puppy, keep sessions short and sweet\u2014about 10-15 minutes is good enough. Puppies have short attention spans and tire out easily, so we want to avoid overdoing it to avoid injuries or even them burning out! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s stop the game on a high, rather than waiting until your pup is too tired. Your goal with fetch is to make it a fun and engaging game, and not an exhausting marathon. Balance is key, even in the game of fetch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What age should you teach puppies to fetch?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering&nbsp;what age to teach puppies to fetch? You can start as early as 8-10 weeks, and what\u2019s even better, is that there\u2019s no age limit to learning how to play it. &nbsp;Puppies are little sponges at this age, soaking up new skills like pros, but you want to start with gentle, short tosses and lots of praise to encourage them through. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your pup isn\u2019t catching the rules right away, don\u2019t stress\u2014every puppy learns at their own pace. The key is to keep it fun and pressure-free. Remember, patience is part of the puppy parenting package!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is playing fetch in the park a good idea?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Playing fetch in the park is a great way to provide your puppy with exercise and plenty of socialization. But first, you want to make sure the areas you go in the park are free of any risky roads or too much business in general &#8211; joggers, other dogs, and pedestrians included. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start playing fetch in a quiet area with little distractions to help your puppy focus. You can then gradually introduce them to busier parts of the park as they become more confident. Fetch in the park is great fun\u2014just be prepared for the occasional squirrel chase!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the best treats to teach my puppy to fetch?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to\u00a0playing fetch with your puppy, the\u00a0best treats for puppy training\u00a0are those that are small, tasty, and irresistible. Go for treats that are rich in flavors to keep your puppy motivated and engaged. Small treats are perfect because they\u2019re easy for your pup to eat quickly, so they can get back to fetching faster. Avoid anything too big or messy\u2014nobody likes to wait around while your puppy chews! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more tips on the best treats to use, check out our guide:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/blog\/puppy-health\/feeding\/best-healthy-puppy-training-treats\/\">Best Healthy Puppy Training Treats<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope that answers some of your questions on how to teach your puppy to fetch. We\u2019ve also got a great article on <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/training-basics\/when-to-start-training-puppy-per-week\/\">when to start training your <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/training-basics\/when-to-start-training-puppy-per-week\/\">puppy anything<\/a> if you\u2019re wondering when to start puppy training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more structured puppy training journey, with expert support from <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/experts\/\">fully trained puppy training coaches<\/a>, why not download the <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/#how-it-works\">Zigzag puppy training app<\/a> and get started with having the best behaved and most well-adjusted puppy around.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fetch gene! All puppies have it, right? Well, no, not quite&#8230; The retrievers out there have it in bucket loads, but for other breed types, fetching often has to be taught. Teaching a puppy to fetch can be one of the most rewarding things you do. Who doesn\u2019t love a game of fetch? 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