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How to Teach Your Dog to Read (Yes, Really)

How to Teach Your Dog to Read (Yes, Really)

Breed BehaviourNov 09, 2021 · 3 min read4.4k sniffs

Try this session plan

four small steps, straight from the trainer’s notebook

Keep the session short: three to five minutes, then a sniff break.

Reward the smallest right answer, then raise the bar one paw at a time.

End on a win - finish with something your dog already knows well.

Watch for lip licks or head turns; stress means it is time to pause.