How to teach a dog to flip a treat on his nose

Teaching a dog a new trick requires patience and practice. Making the trick seem exciting to the dog by using rewards like treats can help the dog learn more quickly. Read on to find out more.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dog treats

Flip a Treat on his Nose

1. Purchase treats for your dog, preferably ones shaped like a bone so they will sit flat on the dog’s nose.

2. Tell your dog to sit and stay.

3. Place the treat on the middle of the dog’s snout.

4. Hold the dog’s snout together so the dog doesn’t move too soon and cause the treat to fall.

5. Remove your hands from the dog’s snout and say "Get it!"

6. If the treat drops on the floor, try to pick it up before the dog eats it. The dog should not be praised for doing the trick incorrectly.

Tips & Warnings

• Continued practice makes perfect.
• If the dog is having trouble getting the treat, give the dog a break.