Most Impressive Tricks
Teaching your dog tricks is not only a fun part of the pet experience, but is also important for building trust and ensuring safety. Not to mention, these tricks are also very entertaining and are fun for both you, your dog, and onlookers alike. So with that in mind, here are five essential tricks every dog should learn.
1. Sit
Having your dog sit is a basic trick that is good for beginners to start with. Most dogs can learn this trick easily with the help of some treats, a lot of patience, and consistency. You can also teach your dog other more advanced commands once they have mastered sitting.
2. Shake Paw
Having your dog shake hands is a cute trick that makes saying hello a lot more fun. For most dogs, this trick is very easy because they already love to offer up their paw. Teaching your dog to shake hands is a great way to give your pup attention while showing off to your friends and family.
3. Roll Over
Rolling over is an excellent trick to teach your dog and one that many owners love. To teach this trick, you usually must break it down into several smaller movements, but it will all come together with enough patience. This trick can take a little while to perfect, but it's always worth the wait.
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4. Give Kiss
Teaching your dog to "Give Kiss" is an easy trick that kids and adults both love. By putting a treat on your cheek and using a cue, your dog will learn to give you kisses on command. This trick can also be used to curb and redirect your dog's natural licking behavior.
5. Speak
Teaching your dog to "speak" is a fun trick, but it's also useful for curbing excessive barking. By using "speak" and "quiet" commands, you get to control when your dog barks and stop him from barking when he shouldn't. It's also a great way to display your dog's vocal prowess at family get-togethers.
