TRICKS THAT ANY DOG CAN DO!
by
Susan Day
SMASHWORDS EDITION
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TRICKS THAT ANY DOG CAN DO!
Copyright © 2011 by Susan Day
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TRICKS THAT ANY DOG CAN DO!
Introduction
These tricks are best taught on an empty stomach because treats are used as a reward for correct behaviour. This will build your dog’s motivation and willingness to learn. Watch you don’t end up with a treat junkie, though. For more information on how to use treats with your training go to www.messypawz.com
Once your dog knows the trick and understands what you want him or her to do, start giving pats instead of treats. Mix it up a bit and keep your dog guessing – am I getting a treat this time or a pat? This will also build your dog’s motivation.
The sorts of treats you use will depend upon your dog and what it likes. If you really want your dog to learn quickly and thoroughly, use a very special treat like kabana or cheese and only use it for this type of training.
Repeat each trick about 5 times per day only. Do this several times a day if you can. Don’t over do it because your dog will become restless and will stop learning. Practise every day and you will build a great relationship with your dog.
And remember: any dog can do these tricks regardless of age or size. However, larger dogs need to do things more slowly and carefully because of their weight.
1. Shake Hands
With both Method 1 and 2 begin by getting your dog to sit and make sure he or she is focusing on you.
Method 1: Say, "Shake hands," and take your dog’s paw in your hand.
Hold his paw and say, "Good Dog!" Let go of his paw. Do this about five times every day.
After a while, say, "Shake hands," but don't take his paw. See if he raises his paw by himself. If not, keep showing him what to do by saying, "Shake hands," and taking his paw with your hand.
Method 2: Hold a treat in your fist and wave it from side to side under your dog’s nose. Repeat the “Shake” command. When your dog lifts up his paw, give him the treat and say, “Good Dog!” in a high, loud voice that rewards your dog.
You can also do the same trick and call it ‘High 5’. Follow the commands above and say ‘High 5’ and hold your hand out flat for your dog to put his or her paw on.
You can also teach your dog to shake using one paw and high 5 using the other!
Now that’s clever!!
2. Spin or Turn Left
Let your dog see a treat in your hand. Stand in front of you dog and make sure he is facing you. Say, "Turn around". Lead the dog's nose around to the left (clockwise) with the treat so he walks in a circle. When he comes back to where he's facing you again, say, "Good dog!" and give him the treat.
After some practice, hold the treat in front of you so your dog can see it and say, "Turn around," but don't lead his nose. See if he is ready to turn around by himself and get the treat.