How Do You Train A Chihuahua To Come When It Is Called?
Your Chihuahua may be tiny, but he has intelligence, personality and loyalty to spare. In fact, Chihuahuas are often referred to as “little dogs with big-dog personalities” because of their general fearlessness and adventurous natures. It is vitally important that you teach your Chihuahua the “come” command, also known as the “recall.” Not only is it convenient to have a dog that returns on command, but his observance of this basic command could save his life. And life, in general will be better for him because dogs with good recall obedience get more freedom, and the fun of exploring the world off-leash. When teaching the recall, it’s important to orchestrate training so that your Chihuahua succeeds every time. The worst thing you can do is allow him to ignore you when called, or–almost as bad–to wander back to you at his leisure. A true recall involves a prompt, immediate return, even in the face of distractions or temptations. With repetition and positive reinforcement, your Chihu
