How To: Train a dog to fetch a ball

Warm up your pitching arm and be patient—you might just be playing "Throw" for a while before your dog catches on.

You will need:
a dog
somewhere big enough to play
a tennis ball
dog treats

optional: a tshirt or dish towl with a knot tied in the middle, a leash, and a helper

You may be playing catch with yourself at first. Training dogs takes patience and perseverance.