The next step is to add a small amount of distance, encouraging your puppy to return to you from a short range. We’re still looking for natural eye contact and for your puppy to choose to orient back towards you, but now you’ll gently throw the reward treat slightly away to reset them. This creates an opportunity for your puppy to actively come back, check in with you, and earn the next reward, building a strong habit of re-engaging with you even after moving away.
