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The purpose of the Shake Can is to create a distraction and gain your dog's attention. Training requires the dog's attention if you expect him to learn. Yelling and beating will accomplish nothing more than teaching your dog to stay away from you when you are ranting. The shake can will eliminate all of that.
Begin by rinsing an empty soda can thoroughly in hot water, and allowing it to dry. When dried, place 15 pennies inside the can. The number of pennies is important for the weight and noise factor. Place duct tape over the opening to prevent the pennies from falling out
When you catch your dog performing the ill behavior, THROW the can at him. Try to throw the can so that it lands within the vicinity of the dog. If it inadvertently hits him, it will not hurt him. Throwing the can will divert his attention from his unwanted activity and have him focus on you.
After you have thrown the can, give him your chosen command that is appropriate for the activity. For example if he's on the couch and you want him off, throw the can and say 'OFF'. If he's chewing up something he shouldn't, throw the can and say 'Leave it'.
Once the can has been thrown two or three times, the dog will understand and recognize the sound of the pennies in the can. You will no longer have a need to throw the can, simply shake the can, and give your command.
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