Intro
What can you teach a puppy to do? If you have patience, you can teach a puppy to do tricks. The first trick is usually to shake. The puppy should lift its paw and touch its owners hand.
There are many other tricks that a puppy can learn. It’s helpful to give the puppy treats after it does a trick correctly. That way, the puppy will want to do it again. Treats and patience are very important for dog training!
Vocab
Example I want to teach my dog a new trick. He already knows how to shake, roll over, and speak.
Example My mom has a lot of patience. She never gets angry when she has to wait for something.
Example Could you shake this salad dressing? The oil and vinegar have separated.
Quiz
Discussion
What is the best way to teach a dog to do tricks? Do you have the patience to train a puppy?