If your dog doesn't drop the toy, don't try and take it from them. Instead, stay calm and try to distract your dog with food instead. If this is necessary, your dog might need a break, or you may have moved on too quickly. Go back through the steps as far as you need to and try again at a later stage.
What do you do when your dog won't drop?
If your dog doesn't drop the item without seeing the treats, try waiting one second between saying your cue and showing the treats. Then slowly increase that time across repetitions until your dog understands to drop the item before the treats come out.
How do you force a dog to drop?
During play, when your dog has a toy in their mouth, say the word “Drop!” then immediately pop a treat in their mouth (do not wait for them to open their mouth on their own). In order to eat the treat, the dog has to drop the item. Wait for them to finish eating, then play again. Repeat at least five times.
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