Dogs are very lovable and smart animals. They make great pets for every people with different needs. Statistics have shown that thirty-seven percent of American homes keep at least two dogs. What makes this doubly interesting is that a normal American spends a figure of $200 to $400 for their dog grooming maintenance, health, and nutrition.
Depending on the size, weight, and breed, dogs possess different abilities. Some dogs may be smarter than others but all dogs can be trained. Dogs, however, like the Rottweilers, are bigger and aggressive breeds so one needs to be more adept at training them. The following tips are few of the many sample tricks that you can teach your dog.
The "kiss" trick
The first is the "kiss" trick. This trick is where you can teach your dog to lick your hand on your command. You ought to speak a word that conveys kissing for them to refer to the act of kissing such as saying "kiss me". Dogs will identify the act of kissing to the word of kissing that you have conveyed. When they have become familiarized with the trick, don't forget to give your dogs a praise such as "good boy!" while patting his head. Your dog will comprehend and know that his owner appreciates what he is doing. As humans also do, dogs love to be rewarded also for a job well done.
The "paw" trick
The next trick is the easiest to perform. This trick involves shaking your hand with your dog's paw. You can begin by making your dog sit, and then reach out your hand to hold your dog's paw. Upon reaching his paw say "paw". He may not understand the word "paw" but the dog will associate the sound or tone of your voice saying "paw" to his paw. If the dog reached out his paw it means that he is begining to get it. If the dog is apprehensive, make sure to gently pat his head to give him assurance.
The "catch" trick
This trick is a very popular trick to for many dogs to learn. Dogs are active animals and they will surely love to catch something for their owner. You simply cast your dog's favorite toy and he will, for sure, go after and catch it. Just make sure the treat is big enough for them see but small enough to be unconsciously swallowed. Do this repeatedly to make your dogs familiarize with the command.
The "fetch" trick
Then here comes the "fetch" kick, also an easy trick to teach to dogs as it is their inherent ability. It has the same command to the "catch" trick but this involves a toy instead of a treat. Any toy will do for the fetch trick. You may use any of the following - a small ball, a frisbee or a twig. This trick is best practiced when you're taking your dog out for a walk, especially in a place where there is a wide space. This trick makes for a good dog exercise and activity. But always don't forget to reward your dog a treat every time he does tricks well.
The "beg" trick
While the first tricks are far simpler, here comes a more complex and skilled one: the "beg" trick. Make your dog stand on his hind legs from the begining. Then make him and hold a dog treat in front of his nose then slowly bring it farther from him. Make sure that you continuously say "beg" then give him the treat. Again, he may not understand the language but he will develop a recognition of the voice as an act of begging for his treat. Do it repeatedly while waiting a little longer before handing the treat over for the dog to identify a closer association of your command in human language to the action it conveys.
Smart as they are, dogs can be taught a lot of tricks be it simple, complex, or just simply funny. They are generally clever domestic animals and with emotions too like us humans. One just have to be apt at teaching them. But do not forget that the aptitude of the dog's ability to learn tricks depends on their breed. Consult first to dog experts like veterinarians and dog breeders before starting to train you dog on some tricks.
Depending on the size, weight, and breed, dogs possess different abilities. Some dogs may be smarter than others but all dogs can be trained. Dogs, however, like the Rottweilers, are bigger and aggressive breeds so one needs to be more adept at training them. The following tips are few of the many sample tricks that you can teach your dog.
The "kiss" trick
The first is the "kiss" trick. This trick is where you can teach your dog to lick your hand on your command. You ought to speak a word that conveys kissing for them to refer to the act of kissing such as saying "kiss me". Dogs will identify the act of kissing to the word of kissing that you have conveyed. When they have become familiarized with the trick, don't forget to give your dogs a praise such as "good boy!" while patting his head. Your dog will comprehend and know that his owner appreciates what he is doing. As humans also do, dogs love to be rewarded also for a job well done.
The "paw" trick
The next trick is the easiest to perform. This trick involves shaking your hand with your dog's paw. You can begin by making your dog sit, and then reach out your hand to hold your dog's paw. Upon reaching his paw say "paw". He may not understand the word "paw" but the dog will associate the sound or tone of your voice saying "paw" to his paw. If the dog reached out his paw it means that he is begining to get it. If the dog is apprehensive, make sure to gently pat his head to give him assurance.
The "catch" trick
This trick is a very popular trick to for many dogs to learn. Dogs are active animals and they will surely love to catch something for their owner. You simply cast your dog's favorite toy and he will, for sure, go after and catch it. Just make sure the treat is big enough for them see but small enough to be unconsciously swallowed. Do this repeatedly to make your dogs familiarize with the command.
The "fetch" trick
Then here comes the "fetch" kick, also an easy trick to teach to dogs as it is their inherent ability. It has the same command to the "catch" trick but this involves a toy instead of a treat. Any toy will do for the fetch trick. You may use any of the following - a small ball, a frisbee or a twig. This trick is best practiced when you're taking your dog out for a walk, especially in a place where there is a wide space. This trick makes for a good dog exercise and activity. But always don't forget to reward your dog a treat every time he does tricks well.
The "beg" trick
While the first tricks are far simpler, here comes a more complex and skilled one: the "beg" trick. Make your dog stand on his hind legs from the begining. Then make him and hold a dog treat in front of his nose then slowly bring it farther from him. Make sure that you continuously say "beg" then give him the treat. Again, he may not understand the language but he will develop a recognition of the voice as an act of begging for his treat. Do it repeatedly while waiting a little longer before handing the treat over for the dog to identify a closer association of your command in human language to the action it conveys.
Smart as they are, dogs can be taught a lot of tricks be it simple, complex, or just simply funny. They are generally clever domestic animals and with emotions too like us humans. One just have to be apt at teaching them. But do not forget that the aptitude of the dog's ability to learn tricks depends on their breed. Consult first to dog experts like veterinarians and dog breeders before starting to train you dog on some tricks.
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