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Old 03-01-2013, 12:22 PM   #6 (permalink)
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I use a long line with Storm.

I throw the toy, tell her "bring", she goes and gets it. Now because she is VERY stubborn and independent, she will try to run off here. SO, I take the leash and reel her in.
Backchaining would be perfect for this scenario - teach the end of the behavior first, and then work backwards towards the beginning. I explain in this thread, start with this post and continue reading down to the end: wont fetch???
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