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Stick Em Up May 2026

If you're looking to teach this crowd-pleaser, here is a helpful guide on how to master the move.

: Do not reward if they are leaning against you or furniture; they should be supporting their own weight. Are you looking to teach this to a specific breed, or Stick Em Up

Before you start, your dog should already be comfortable with two basic commands: : The foundation for the entire trick. If you're looking to teach this crowd-pleaser, here

: 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. : Command your dog to sit, then use

: While they are in the "Sit Pretty" position, hold your hands up in a "surrender" pose or point your fingers like a toy gun.

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