Rapid Recall:
The Art of Coming when Called
Teach your dog to come back when it matters most.
Our Rapid Recall course is designed to help you build a stronger, more reliable recall using fun, reward-based games and practical real-world training strategies.
Whether your dog gets distracted outdoors, struggles to disengage from exciting environments, or simply needs more consistency, this course will help you build engagement, focus, and motivation to return to you — even when the world is exciting.
✨ Small classes • Qualified instructors • Real-world training • Force-free methods ✨
Why Recall Training Matters
A reliable recall is one of the most important safety skills your dog can learn.
It can help prevent your dog from running towards roads, approaching unfamiliar dogs or people, chasing wildlife, or getting into unsafe situations outdoors.
But recall is more than just teaching a dog to “come.” Dogs need to learn that returning to their person is rewarding, safe, and worth choosing — even around distractions.
In Rapid Recall, we focus on building those foundations through practical games, engagement exercises, and real-life training strategies you can continue using long after the course ends.
Upcoming Course Dates
Blackwood Uniting Church
Saturday 27 June - 10.15am
Flagstaff Hill Scout Hall
Saturday 30 May at 9am
What You’ll Learn
During this 3-week course, you and your dog will learn:
fun recall games that make coming back exciting
how to build focus and engagement outdoors
practical ways to work around distractions
strategies to improve reliability in real-world environments
how to safely use long lines during training
common recall mistakes and how to avoid them
how to build value in staying connected to you
This course focuses on creating a dog who wants to come back — not one who responds out of fear or pressure.
Why Choose Paws & Reward?
Unlike many large-scale dog training programs, our classes are run by highly qualified trainers with formal education in animal behaviour, welfare, veterinary nursing, and evidence-based dog training.
Our instructors combine professional qualifications with practical real-world experience to help dogs and their families build reliable skills using modern, force-free methods.
✨ Small classes • Qualified instructors • Real-world training • Evidence-based methods ✨
Is This Course Right for Your Dog?
Rapid Recall is suitable for dogs of all ages who are comfortable working around other dogs and people in a small group environment.
This course may be especially helpful for dogs who:
struggle to disengage from distractions outdoors
become overly excited in stimulating environments
have selective hearing when off lead
need stronger engagement with their handler
are preparing for Snake Aware training
Rapid Recall is not suitable for dogs who bark, lunge, growl, or become highly stressed around other dogs or people. If your dog needs additional support, our private training options may be a better starting point.
Course Details
Course Length:
3 weekly lessons
Class Size:
Maximum 6 dogs
Locations:
Blackwood Uniting Church or Flagstaff Hill Scout Group
Investment:
$165 incl. GST
Included:
Rapid Recall e-booklet and graduation gift
Required Equipment
To get the most out of the course, dogs will need:
a comfortable harness
a standard lead (ideally 1.8-2 m)
high-value treats
a 5-metre recall lead
A recall lead and treat pouch can be added during booking if needed.
Ready to Build a Better Recall?
Help your dog learn to come back when called — even when the environment is exciting.
Build engagement, confidence, and practical real-world skills in a supportive, force-free environments