Stick Em Up | PLUS • 2024 |

Training this trick is essentially about adding a specific verbal cue and hand gesture to a "Sit Pretty" behavior.

: Many owners combine this with a "Play Dead" command. After the dog sticks their paws up, you can say "Bang!" and lure them to drop to their side. Tips for Success Stick Em Up

"Stick 'Em Up" is most commonly recognized as a classic dog trick (also known as "Reach for the Sky" or "Put 'Em Up"), where your dog sits on its hind legs and holds its paws in the air. Training this trick is essentially about adding a

: While they are in the "Sit Pretty" position, hold your hands up in a "surrender" pose or point your fingers like a toy gun. Tips for Success "Stick 'Em Up" is most

: 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.

: The moment they have their paws up and are balancing, use a marker word like "Yes!" or a clicker and give them the treat immediately.

: This is the core posture where the dog balances on its haunches. Step-by-Step Training Guide