Dog training tricks are fun and very useful at the same time. Such tricks are no different at all to a human doing his own set of activities like dancing, playing musical instruments or sitting down and learning various physical as well as mental skills. Probably, the best part about dog training tricks is that everyone is having fun, laughing and giggling. It can be the best reward for both dog and owner at the same time.
Here are some dog training tricks that might be of interest to you.
- The rollover trick is one of the basics. Here, you can have your dog sit down and start teaching the trick with the food lure very close to your dog for encouragement and motivation. Move this lure along the muzzle all the way back to the top of the neck and over the shoulders. As your dog respond by rolling over to the side and back, continuously move the food lure until it passes through the downward position once more. When your dog finally gets this particular dog training trick, you can start doing it to the other direction so it can learn to roll the other way.
- The dog training trick everyone knows as “the bang,” where you get to point your finger like a pistol is actually a rollover variation which teaches your dog to play possum by staying on its side. When saying the word “bang”, position the lure above. And as the dog positioned itself lying down on its side, command it with a “stay” while keeping the treat at stationary. Everyone loves this one, especially the kids.
- The dog training trick called “the bow” is actually a communication that solicits play. It is regarded as a cue to various playful subsequent behaviors. If a child can entice the pet dog to bow, then it would mean that the dog likes the child and would love to play with him. It’s also a great trick you can teach to your dog when meeting and socializing with other dogs.
These are just some of the basic and very enjoyable dog training tricks that prove to be fun activities.
When you have a dog that obediently stays at your side while houseguests are looking on, you have that feeling of accomplishment that you have trained your dog well. And the guests are sure to appreciate a well-trained dog that lets them feel comfortable during their visits.
Dog training tricks teaches dogs to become good members of the family. Whatever you do to them, it is important that you be consistent with the methods you chose to train your dog with. Sticking to the same method of praise and techniques facilitate you dog’s memory retention, which by all means is good news. It can even save you time and stress.
Keeping dog training tricks short and fun is key. It prompts your dog to look forward to new tricks and new things in general. Aside from praise, treats itself is one of the most effective dog training trick that every owner must learn to exploit. It’s what primarily motivates your dog.
