Yorkshire Terriers are extremely playful – they love to run and chase things. They have a lot of energy that owners must learn to harness. Games, whether indoors or outdoors, are a great way to keep your pet entertained while also throwing in some training lessons. Remember, dogs learn basic commands best when they are trained youngsters!
Here are 3 fun games you can play with your Yorkshire terrier:
Hide and seek
This is a great game to play with your puppy that also teaches him the “Come” command. Play this game in a safe, confined space in your home or better yet, outside in your garden. Play with your pet for a few minutes and then wait for a moment when he gets distracted. Hide behind a sofa (or a bush when you’re outside). Watch and wait until he realizes you’re gone and naturally he’ll come looking for you, as Yorkies tend to get clingy and affectionate with their owners. When he gets close to your hiding place, yell “Come!” – that will teach him to come to you wherever you are.
find your toys
All you need for this game is your pet’s favorite toy. Start by sitting across from him in a room, waving his favorite toy and saying, “Where’s your toy?” As he looks at the toy in your hand, let him pick it up a few times and play with it for a few minutes. Then take him out of the room, partially hide the toy and let him find it. Again he asks “Where is your toy?”. Once he finds it, take him out of the room again, but this time hide the toy completely. Ask the question again and let your pet sniff the room until he finds his toy. When this game is successful, the toy can be an excellent teaching aid for training sessions.
catch me
This is a game/training technique that also teaches the “Come” command. It requires two people sitting across from each other in a room six to eight feet apart, one holding the Yorkie and the other holding a treat. Whoever has the treat must yell “Come!” in a happy voice, giving the treat as the puppy comes running. This teaches your pet to come closer to you even when he enjoys playing with other people.
Try these fun games with your Yorkshire terrier that will also be a learning process for him!
