@elbrant That's how all my 8-some learned to catch.
If food dropped on the floor - you lost it ! So they all stood on their hind legs and it was like feeding a nest of fledgling sparrows. A gentle toss of the treat and someone caught it !
I believe everyone should go to a dog show once and just watch the breed or breeds they are interested in. This will show you another element of the breed.
Arlene