The Most Amazing Athletic Dog Tricks: Step by Step Activities to Engage, Challenge, and Bond with Your Dog (Dog Tricks and Training)

This illustrated guide presents step-by-step instructions for teaching dogs a range of tricks, from basic commands like Sit and Shake Hands to more complex behaviors such as Tidy Up Your Toys into the Toybox and Get a Soda from the Fridge. Each trick includes a difficulty rating and lists any prerequisites needed to begin training. The book features color photographs demonstrating each step, along with tips and troubleshooting sections addressing common training challenges. "Build-on" suggestions show how to progress to more advanced tricks that build on newly learned skills. According to the source, trick training strengthens the bond between dog and owner, provides mental and physical stimulation, and establishes communication pathways. Many tricks develop skills applicable to dog sports, dog dancing, and dog therapy work. The book has sold over half a million copies in 18 languages.