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Playing “fetch” games provides some good exercise for your puppy or dog. It also provides a good way to get those toys back so you don’t end up getting all the exercise.In the beginning, roll the toy away from your puppy or dog and let him or her get it. When your pet picks it up, say, “Fetch!” so he or she begins to associate the command with the action. Then praise them with an excited voice.As your puppy gets older, throw the toy a little farther. When your dog brings it back, give lots of praise and let your dog play with the toy for a few minutes so he or she gains some benefit from their effort of retrieving it. If your dog doesn’t bring it back, use a long lead attached to his collar. Gently reel your puppy or dog in with the toy and praise him or her for coming back. Touch your dog or puppy, but avoid the head so he or she doesn’t think you’re going to immediately take the toy away. Some dogs enjoy the chase of the toy and retrieving it and want you to throw it back immediately. Others want the toy with less chasing and retrieving.Once your dog or puppy has had a minute or so to play with the toy, your dog may drop it on their own.  If he or she does, say ‘Drop’ to reinforce the behavior. If they don’t’t drop it on their own, get a light grip on the toy and give the command to drop. Praise your dog or puppy when they let go of it and throw it again.  Have fun playing fetch with your dog or puppy with their favorite toys!