Dog training:Focus

The ability to get your dog's full attention is an important part of this training. The command "watch me" or "look" is used to get your dog to focus on you. It is useful for times when you need your pet to pay close attention, such as during obedience training . You can also use it when working on behavior problems or when diverting a dog's attention away from things that bring out fearful or aggressive behaviors.

1. As your dog gets better at watching you, make the distractions more difficult.

2. Gradually increase the distance between you and your dog.

3. Many people like to use small pieces of cooked chicken or hot dogs.

This command is especially helpful for those who work as a team with their dogs as well. For instance, people involved in dog agility or search and rescue can use the command to get their dog’s attention in order to give them instructions on what to do next. No matter what your needs for it are, “watch me” is a very simple command to teach.