Things You'll Need
- Treats
- Dog toys
Instructions
Offer your Rottweiler a treat or a toy in return for the item in its mouth. Choose something the dog really loves, such as a piece of hot dog or cheese. Say, "Drop it" as you offer the treat or toy to the dog.
Grab a toy the dog loves and play with it. Run away from the dog with it, making it think you have something better or more interesting than the item the dog has in its mouth.
Praise your Rottweiler when it is playing with dog toys or practicing good behavior. If you pay attention to your dog and praise it while it is behaving properly, the dog will want to repeat the behavior.
Throw treats down on the floor near the Rottweiler if nothing else works. The dog will then drop the item. As he goes to eat the treats, cover the discarded item with your foot and then pick it up.