Things You'll Need
- Wading pool
- Pool or swimming pond with shallow end
- Dog toys
- Dog treats
Instructions
Fill the wading pool with a few inches of water.
Toss your lab's favorite toy or treat into the water.
Encourage the dog to step into the pool to retrieve the item.
Praise your pup when it enters the water.
Repeat steps 1 through 5, gradually increasing the depth of the water in the wading pool as long as your dog seems comfortable.
Take your lab to the edge of the shallow end of a pool or pond.
Get in the water a few feet from the edge or shore and call the dog. Hold its favorite toys or treats in your hand as enticement.
Repeat Steps 6 and 7, gradually moving further out in the water.