Plot: While Nana the Border Collie attempts to 'trick' her way into getting Halloween goodies from a hard-to-please individual, a sneaky Halloween rat uses tricks of his own to obtain seasonal treats.
Nana the Border Collie performs a handful of her incredible balancing stunts. All of Nana's training is done with positive reinforcement and clicker training.
I have included some old and new tricks in this compilation. And yes, Nana got to eat all of the treats at the end (she loved them!). Make sure to turn up your volume for this video.
Music: "In the Hall of the Mountain King" by Edvard Grieg.
Nana the Border Collie demonstrates her amazing balancing skills as she meticulously balances a book on her head whilst walking. This trick was taught utilizing positive reinforcement and clicker training.
Happy 5th Birthday, Nana! Nana the Border Collie turned five years old on June 3rd. She has come so far since the day I brought her home as a puppy, and I can't imagine my life without her. She is such a sweet, loving friend; she makes me smile and laugh everyday. I love Nana beyond description and am so proud to have her in my life.
With the help of his two pals, Kaiser the Bengal throws a surprise birthday party for his best buddy, Nana the Border Collie.
***No chocolate was consumed by any of the animals (any brown that you see on the treats is carob, a substance that looks like chocolate but is completely safe for dogs).All of the goodies are 100% dog-friendly; they are designed to look like human desserts but are made specifically for dogs’ consumption.Viggo wasn’t able to eat any of the goodies however (they are great for dogs, but not for ferrets), so he was treated with a dish of cooked chicken instead.
All animals are taught exclusively with positive reinforcement and the clicker.
A short video of the activities Nana and Kaiser look forward to each spring.
All of Nana and Kaiser's training is done with clicker training and positive reinforcement. The Australian Shepherd shown in this video was a friend's foster dog who loved playing with Nana.
A tribute to my best friends: a Border Collie named Nana and a Bengal cat named Kaiser.
Nana and Kaiser make me smile and laugh on a daily basis, and I cherish every moment that I have with them.
Nana absolutely loves having fun, and she has an amazing talent for making people laugh. She lives every day to the fullest with a huge smile on her face. Nana is not just a dog; she is a true member of the family who I love beyond description.
Kaiser loves to be the center of attention. He is a little ball of energy who loves tricks, fetch and tug-of-war, and pouncing water in the bath tub or in his water bowl. Kaiser especially enjoys exploring the world around him. I absolutely love everything about Kaiser, and his hilarious, confident personality is like no other.
In this video, I have included some old and new videos of these two, including puppy and kitten footage, and ultimately videos of them being their goofy selves. The Australian Shepherd shown in this video was a friend's foster dog who loved playing with Nana.
A short video of Nana demonstrating her amazing balancing skills. All of Nana's training is done through the use of clicker training and positive reinforcement.
Above is a video tutorial demonstrating how Nana learned "In the Corner". Whether pretending to count for a game of hide-and-go-seek, or acting like she thinks she's been a bad dog, this trick is sure to bring laughs and is always a great addition to any dog's repertoire.
Behaviour: The dog finds a corner between two walls and stands with his nose placed in it until released.
Step 1: Place a treat on a sticky note and click as your dog eats the treat.
Step 2: Hover your hand over the sticky note without actually placing the treat on it. Click and reward when your dog sniffs the sticky note.
Step 3: Continue to click whenever your dog sniffs or touches the sticky note with his nose. Do not click for anything other than nose touches.
Step 4: Place the sticky note on your knee and continue practicing nose touches. If your dog gets confused, try tapping the sticky note with your finger or go back to doing it on the floor before trying again.
Step 5: Hold the sticky note up with your hand and practice.
Step 6: Begin holding the sticky note closer to the wall, then eventually stick it on.
Step 7: Move the sticky note to the corner of two walls and practice.
Step 8: Begin clicking for duration of the trick.
Step 9: Gradually add distance between your dog and the walls.
Step 10: Remove the sticky note and continue practicing.
Step 11: When your dog is performing the trick consistantly, add a verbal cue.
Tips:
- If your dog ever gets confused, go back a step to help refresh his memory.
- Jackpot your dog when he performs a behaviour exceptionally well.
- Always work at your dog's pace. Never rush through the steps, as this can confuse your dog and be stressful for him.
- Always end sessions before your dog gets bored.
- Keep sessions short and as fun and exciting as possible.
