Should I be worried that my puppy shows no interest in chasing or retrieving bummpers. I got a duck dummy that he has chewed the head a little. But other than that nothing.
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13 week old puppy retriever
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First, never let your pup play with the bumpers. They are yours, not his.
Some puppies are crazy to retrieve from day one, some are not.
I like to take young puppies for walks where they can explore everything they are curious about (which is everything). This gets them used to the surroundings, builds confidence and at the same time builds the bond with you. You are the safe place they return to when the pup sees or smells anything intimidating.
I take a bumper or the pups favorite toy along and surprise the pup with a "hey hey" and toss the toy for him to retrieve. Just once or twice at first and not a big deal if he doesn't bring it to you. Make those one or two retrieves the highlight of the pups day. Gradually increase the number but always leave him wanting more. If he has it in him, it a few weeks he will be going nuts wanting you to keep throwing.
Some puppies are crazy to retrieve from day one, some are not.
I like to take young puppies for walks where they can explore everything they are curious about (which is everything). This gets them used to the surroundings, builds confidence and at the same time builds the bond with you. You are the safe place they return to when the pup sees or smells anything intimidating.
I take a bumper or the pups favorite toy along and surprise the pup with a "hey hey" and toss the toy for him to retrieve. Just once or twice at first and not a big deal if he doesn't bring it to you. Make those one or two retrieves the highlight of the pups day. Gradually increase the number but always leave him wanting more. If he has it in him, it a few weeks he will be going nuts wanting you to keep throwing.
Thank you. We are going out side alot. At first he heeled at my side till today and he is starting to explore things. I keep him on a 25tf training rope. And let him pull it around.
Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it.
Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it.
As soon as he pic something out I will try it.
Thank you
Thank you
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SUNKYPUP Plush Mallard Duck Dog Toy, Squeaky Dog Toy, Plush Dog Chew Toy for Small Medium Dogs, 8-Inch https://a.co/d/2186jov
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Nope!!
I had a Cocker Spaniel that would only retrieve my slipper when it was 4-7 month old , and I was highly delighted that it did!! . His call name was 'Paddy' ,and he I retrieved him from across our water , those freckin Irish always take a while to get things right in their mouth , so I slipped a bumper in the slipper and just done what we always do with the slipper.
Lovely wee dog , better than some Labradors these days that just wanna be , rather than competition stake . But at 5 months old , I was happy with what he was doing ,rather than what he should be doing according to anyone else . . lol
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I like a small white paint roller that rattles.
Easy for pup to see and find with a 3-yard toss.
Easy for pup to see and find with a 3-yard toss.
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A small "squeeky" toy with you low to the ground and somewhat confined can be magical. 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMGVi3llmOA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMGVi3llmOA
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For a bit older pup this works well.
edit: Make sure the sound is working (explanations are like gold).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=4lM1J7zZxFo&feature=emb_logo
edit: Make sure the sound is working (explanations are like gold).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=4lM1J7zZxFo&feature=emb_logo
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Terry you are a Star.
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