Paw is a great trick to teach your dog, it will help you to do the ‘Pound It’ with your dog. Give your dog a verbal cue, this could be something simple such as ‘Paw’. If your dog puts his paw up, reward him with a treat. If your dog does not do this on… Continue reading Paw
Category: Training
Pound It
Pound it (Fist Bump) is a fun trick to do with your dog and show to family and friends. A treat pouch would be helpful in this trick so that when you hold out a fist, your dog is not sniffing at it to get treats inside. To start with get your dog to sit… Continue reading Pound It
Stay
Teaching your dog to stay The command stay is probably one of the most important commands for your dog to obey. This means you can walk away with your dog waiting for you from the spot he/ she is standing in until you return. Start by having some food in your hand. Then get your… Continue reading Stay
Drop
Drop is a great command that will help get your dog settled on the ground. It is simple but useful. In Preparation: Choose a verbal command that you intend to use such as ‘Drop’ or ‘Down’ Choose a visual cue such as pointing to the ground Prepare some rewards such as food or toys and… Continue reading Drop
Come
The command ‘Come ‘ is one of the most essential things to teach your dog or young puppy. It can get them away from danger and let you feel confident letting them off lead in plays like ovals and beaches. In Preparation: Choose a verbal command that you intend to use such as ‘Come’ Prepare… Continue reading Come
Sit
To train a dog to sit it’s is more easy training them with food. Get some food in your hand then hold it a few centimetres away from your dogs nose/mouth. Next you say ‘Sit’, If the dog does your command and sits then reward them immediately with the food you prepared to use for… Continue reading Sit