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Can you teach a dog to nod?

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Can you teach a dog to nod?

With a treat in your hand, get close to your dog’s nose and go up and down so that your dog will follow the treat with their nose. Use your clicker or marking sound to let your dog know that a ‘Yes’ nod is what you will reward. This will teach your dog that it is the cue, not the question, that should get a nod.

How do I teach my dog nod yes and no?

Move your fist up and down in a very slow motion so he moves his head up and down watching the motion and then give him the treat. Repeat a few times. Next, practice without the treat in your fist and give him a treat from your other hand. He will learn that the fist is the signal for “yes.”

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Can dogs learn to say yes and no?

So the short answer to the question is no. You can’t teach your dog to understand “yes” and “no.” You can teach him to respond with yes and no movements to your covert hand gesture, but he’ll never understand the concept behind the words.

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What is appeasement licking?

Dogs use appeasement gestures such as yawning or lip licking to let a person or another animal know that they come in peace. For instance, a dog who is being approached by another dog may avert his gaze and lick his lips. Dogs may also use appeasement gestures, or calming signals, as a distraction.

How long does it take for a puppy to learn commands?

Young puppies have short attention spans but you can expect them to begin to learn simple obedience commands such as “sit,” “down,” and “stay,” as young as 7 to 8 weeks of age. Formal dog training has traditionally been delayed until 6 months of age.

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How do I teach my dog please?

Using a favorite treat such as cheese or meat, ask your dog to sit first. Hold back on offering the normal treat he would receive for obeying a command and as he sits, say the words, “say please.” When your dog sits, pause and wait a moment. Give verbal praise and then give him the treat.

What is the easiest way to train a dog?

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