Teaching your dog how to sit offers more benefits than just playtime. It’s a great way to bond with your pet and it helps them build muscles and balance as well as learn body awareness. As you’ll see in this Dog Training by Kikopup video, teaching your dog how to sit pretty It’s easier than you think!
First, if your pet has any health issues, check with your vet before working on this trick. Once you get the okay, start on a safe surface where they won’t slip. Since it takes time to develop their muscles, you can support them at first with your arm, or by standing behind them so they can lean against you as they sit.
You want to make sure that their back feet are straight, which ensures their spine will be straight. Don’t force them into the position. Let them develop their muscles by doing it themselves. Hold a treat over their nose and give them the verbal prompt to Sit Pretty. Once they’ve learned this simple trick, you can incorporate it into your playtime. Or show them off a bit to friends.
And since your pup did such a good job learning the trick make sure you get them a nice reward like some dog toys made in the USA.
