You've likely seen agility competitions on televised dog shows. Canines and their owners move through an obstacle course without a leash, relying on commands, training, and their relationship.

There’s so much that goes into training dogs, though—including how to train a puppy, learning how to decode dog behavior and teaching dog commands.

Dog training is really about training people to work with and interact with their dogs. And the more you train your dog, the better your bond and communication will be with him or her.

Mix up retrieval challenges by using various toys, locations, and obstacles to keep training fun and engaging for your dog.

Recall – your dog returning to you when called – is one of the most crucial skills for all dogs, and it can be if it’s not well learned.