10/22/2026
Does your dog bring the ball back—then refuse to let go? 🎾
Letting go can become part of the game when the dog learns that releasing one ball creates an opportunity for another.
In this preview, I discuss how habituation fits into the process, how I use two balls to develop the trade, and why I establish the behavior before adding a verbal command.
I also cover when to layer in a remote collar for negative reinforcement: the dog learns that releasing turns off the stimulation. That step depends on a clear foundation and careful timing.
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