Stick Em Up [TOP-RATED — Secrets]
: While they are in the "Sit Pretty" position, hold your hands up in a "surrender" pose or point your fingers like a toy gun.
Training this trick is essentially about adding a specific verbal cue and hand gesture to a "Sit Pretty" behavior.
Before you start, your dog should already be comfortable with two basic commands: : The foundation for the entire trick. Stick Em Up
: Since this requires core strength and balance, use extra-tasty rewards to keep them motivated.
: 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. : While they are in the "Sit Pretty"
: As they balance, clearly say the phrase "Stick 'em up!" or "Reach for the sky!" .
: This is the core posture where the dog balances on its haunches. Step-by-Step Training Guide : Since this requires core strength and balance,
"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.
