Training · Tricks · beginner

Spin

Dog rotates in place on cue.

Age suitability: From about 12 weeks with low repetition.

Aliases: twirl

Prerequisites: None

Details

Why dogs take to it: Circling is part of natural canine movement patterns.

Breed tendencies: Herding breeds often learn quickly due to body awareness.

Physical suitability: Use non-slip surfaces and avoid if recovering from orthopedic injury.

Supplies: small treats

Verbal cues: spin, twist

Hand signal: Draw a circle with your finger.

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