(A) let your dog explore the ground

(B) Put a short distance between you and your dog

(C) wait for the dog to look at you and the run a short distance away from the dog.

(D) as soon as the dog starts moving keenly towards you give your recall command on the whistle (4 or 5 pips on the whistle) not too loud or aggressively. Friendly and welcoming is best.

(E) while the dog rushes back to you click with your clicker and then treat as soon as they arrive at your feet.

Use basic treats

(F) with puppies get down on the floor let them jump on you giving them lots of fuss and praise after they have eaten their treats.

(G) Repeat the exercise until your puppy is about 12 weeks old or for older dogs at least 2 weeks of practice.

(H) repeat the exercise everyday as many times as possible.