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Dogs are smart animals capable of learning all sorts of things, so teaching them basic tricks can be a fun activity to enjoy together. Not only is it a great way to bond with your pooch, but it also provides them with valuable mental stimulation and obedience training.
Some of the basic tricks to teach a dog who’s new to this sort of thing include roll over, high five, and speak. These can all be taught with the use of treats, verbal cues, and hand gestures, along with some loving support, of course!
Trick training can bring a new and challenging aspect to your pup’s life, making it more fulfilling and rewarding. Some of the benefits of teaching your dog tricks include keeping them engaged, enhancing their obedience skills, building confidence, and creating a strong sense of trust and communication between the two of you.
Just be sure that your dog is always enjoying themselves during their training by keeping an eye on their body language. If they appear tired or reluctant, it’s probably time to call it a day.
If you haven’t taught your dog any tricks before, start with something simple that you can guide them through in a few easy steps. Teaching a dog to sit on command is one of the first things many pet parents start with, followed by other basic tricks like roll over or high five. Whichever you choose, be patient and consistent, and hopefully your pooch will nail it in no time!
Teaching your furry friend to sit isn’t just a good starting point for trick training, but also for teaching them good manners and obedience. This basic command will come in handy when you have visitors over, are waiting to cross a road, or need to keep your dog still for grooming. To teach your dog to sit, follow these simple steps:
The “down” position is a great command to teach your pup, as it’s the starting point for other tricks like “roll over”. It’s also good to have up your sleeve when you need your dog to settle down, especially if they’re being too excitable or you’re in a public space.
It’s simple to teach, just do the following:
Teaching your dog to roll over not only keeps their mind and body active, it’s also a handy trick to have mastered if you need to inspect your dog’s stomach, such as during veterinary examinations. To get started, first you’ll have to teach them the “down” position (see above), before moving onto the roll.
Just follow these steps:
If you want to put a smile on the faces of your friends and family, you can start by teaching your pooch to shake their hand or give them a high five. The same steps can be used to teach either trick, simply choose between the commands “Shake” or “High Five” and use the following technique:
Teaching your dog to speak on command is great fun, and believe it or not, a very useful behaviour too. This is because once you’ve taught them to bark on cue, you can also train them to stop barking on cue. This technique is simple but will need consistent training to be effective:
Teaching your dog basic tricks can be fun for both you and your pooch, while also improving their obedience skills and keeping them mentally stimulated. Simply stay consistent with practicing and they’ll be performing these tricks with ease in no time. For more tips on training your dog, check out our help hub.
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