Darrel

Thanks for the tip to use a long lead and keep him on it till he does it always. Yes he does like playing with a ball and play tug with his rope ball. i throw the rope ball and he comes pass me but will not give it up, I then have to run after him as part of his game. When I do get it he doesn't let go until I spin him around. He likes to dribble a volley ball around the back yard. However, when it gets stuck in some place, he starts barking at it non stop and I have to retrieve it for him. This can be a distraction if I'm busy. Should I take it away from him when I'm not ready to play?

I thank you for your prompt interest. I tried to reply, but did it wrong, so here's take two. My JRT "Teddy", has a mind of it's own. He'll do his tricks on command just prior to his dinner. After that, I get no response from him. I take him for a walk before his dinner, but there is too much distraction from the presence of other dogs who use the same park, to get any training responses. I've tried liver treats, cheese (which he likes usually), crisps,sausages.dog bics,etc. and,unlike other dogs, he may or may not perform for treats. He also, never comes to me when called. I often have to run away from him to make him chase me and then catch him. When I tell him off, he just gives me his paw.

My twenty one month old JRT has had basic obedience training. He knows to sit, shake hands and drop. Didn't quite get to learn the Stay! command. My problem is that he only responds when HE wants to, totally ignoring me at other times. He does not respond to treats etc.. How can I get more sustained obedience from him?