2. Kissing Without Saliva

This next trick would make for some awesome Facebook or Instagram photos. But even if you’re not into that, who doesn’t want to be kissed by a doggie without the slimy aftermath.

Start by holding a treat in front of your face and repeating a command like “kiss.” As your dog approaches you, turn your cheek toward the dog and provide the treat after its nose touches your cheek. Don’t offer the treat if you get licked instead. Also, provide the treat before your dog has a chance to lick you after its nose has touched your cheek.

Eventually, your dog will learn that it needs to touch your cheeck with its nose to get the treat. In time, you may be able to teach him to kiss friends and family members. Start by giving the command and pointing to another person holding a treat.

 

3. Handstand

How many people know how to handstand? Better yet, how many dogs can do it? Yours could be among the select few.

Start by getting your dog to stand in front of a wall. Raise its bag legs and rest them on a book or small block. Gradually add more books or blocks. This exercise will strengthen the muscles needed to maintain a handstand. After your dog has stood on as many objects as it can resist, gently place its back legs on the wall.

When he’s ready to maintain his feet on the wall, hold a treat in front of him and call him to move forward. Put a hand at his belly during the early stages to improve his balance.