My dog doesn’t like treats. How to train your dog if treats won’t work. This might be hard for some of us to believe, but not all dogs are very food-motivated — and that’s okay – you can train a dog that doesn’t like treats. Food is not the only reward in this world. We …
7 Easy steps to get your dog to lay down So you’ve mastered sit! It’s time to move on to teaching a lay down. I use this from teaching them to relax (on a lap, in a dog bed, etc), calm greetings with nervous dogs and humans, and later for teaching other tricks like roll …
From getting your dog to sit to stay sitting with with no treats, here is everything you need to know. Sit. It seems so simple but that doesn’t mean you should pass on over it. This is my dogs default behavior, meaning if they want something – to go outside, a piece of my lunch, …
All dogs love to go for walks but if you always find yourself getting dragged down the street, it’s not going to be enjoyable for either of you. These tips will help make your walks enjoyable again.
Have a new puppy? Don’t miss these important tips and easy to follow videos on the first thing to teach your new pup.
From putting their paws up on a wheelchair for therapy visits, feet up on a chair for grandma to pet your cute pup’s head, to helping with grooming, to just feet up for a cute photo – teaching your dog can put their front paws up on something is a useful and fun trick to …
This trick reminds me of when little girls dances with their dads and stand on their feet, it’s a bit different but still a wonderful connection is there. We’re going to teach your dog to walk with his front paws on your feet. Start with your toes pointed in – for larger dogs you’ll be …
This trick is always one of the favorites when we volunteer at hospitals and I’m sure it will be a hit whenever you do it too. We’re going to be teaching your dog to jump through your arms. A quick note if you have a puppy this is one you will want to hold off …
Maggie is an old pro at handstands but my younger dog, Rossi, is just learning. I’ve filmed a lot of our training sessions, which range from genius moments to oops. But that’s how real dog training goes and you just keep at it with patience and consistency. For Rossi’s training, I’m using a Klimb from …
Get your dog spinning in circles in no time This is a fun and easy one to teach! Start with some tasty treats – or your dogs meal. With the treat at your dogs nose height lure them around in a circle and reward with your treat. If needed reward in small steps as you …
