Want to teach your dog fun tricks but don’t know where to start? Before you jump into spins, rollovers, or high-fives, there are a few foundational steps every dog needs first! In this video, we’ll break down the essentials of trick training to set your dog up for success.
👉 What you’ll learn: How to build engagement so your dog WANTS to work with you The Name Game: teaching your dog to pay attention when you call Lure training basics to guide your dog into the right positions The 2 most important things to establish before real tricks Teaching your dog how to take food out of your hand politely and effectively
These simple steps will make trick training easier, faster, and way more fun for both you and your pup! If you’ve ever struggled to keep your dog’s focus, or you’re brand new to training, this is the perfect place to begin.
🐶 Watch to the end for pro tips that will help you move into actual tricks smoothly! 💡 More Dog Training Help ✔ Subscribe for weekly dog training tutorials ✔ Check out our other videos on obedience and puppy training ✔ Drop your trick training questions in the comments—we love helping! 👉 Ready to start training with Tip Top K9? Visit: tiptopk9.com
00:00 Introduction: Name Game & Lure Training 00:21 Starting the Name Game 00:41 Building Name Recognition 01:00 How to Hold Treats Properly 01:20 Introduction to Lure Training 01:45 Common Mistakes in Lure Training 02:15 Training a Biter 02:45 Increasing Training Duration 03:06 Balancing Left and Right Hand Training 03:25 Preparing for the First Four Tricks
