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: The moment they have their paws up and are balancing, use a marker word like "Yes!" or a clicker and give them the treat immediately.

: Command your dog to sit, then use a treat near their nose to lure them into a "Sit Pretty" position where their front paws come off the ground. Stick Em Up

: Since this requires core strength and balance, use extra-tasty rewards to keep them motivated. : The moment they have their paws up

Before you start, your dog should already be comfortable with two basic commands: : The foundation for the entire trick. Before you start, your dog should already be

: Practice in 5-minute bursts to keep your dog engaged and prevent them from getting tired of balancing.

: Many owners combine this with a "Play Dead" command. After the dog sticks their paws up, you can say "Bang!" and lure them to drop to their side. Tips for Success