Teach this trick!.

Step 1:
Set the net of a toy basketball stand low enough that your dog can reach it while standing on four paws. Toss a toy basketball for him to fetch.

Step 2:
Coax him toward a treat held against the backboard while telling him to "dunk."
Excerpted from 101 Dog Tricks, p.90

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Top 10 trick training tips:

1. Reward with tasty treats
   
2. Reward while your dog is in the correct position
   
3. Reward immediately (no fishing in pockets)
   
4. Train before dinner
   
5. Training comes before playtime
   
6. End the session with your dog wanting more
   
7. Be consistent
   
8. Motivate—use your happy voice
   
9. Be patient—it won't happen overnight
   
10. Be a fun person to be around

Excerpted from 101 Dog Tricks, p.9

Do More With Your Dog!®

Whether your dog is young or old, athletic or lazy, quick-witted or dumb as a rock— he‘s your dog and his success need only be measured in your eyes.

I hope this book inspires you to not only teach tricks, but to “Do More With Your Dog!®”

—Kyra Sundance & Chalcy
Excerpted from 101 Dog Tricks, p.5