Train Your Dog to Talk

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This article was co-authored by Jessica Powell and by wikiHow staff writer, Eric McClure. Jessica is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and the Owner of Proud Paws Dog Training, a small business offering private coaching and in-home dog training services to dog parents across the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. With nearly ten years of experience, she has extensive knowledge and experience in dog behavior, effective communication techniques, animal welfare, manners training, behavioral modification, and enrichment. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Management and is also an experienced shelter professional. This article has been viewed 539,350 times.

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Article SummaryXTo teach your dog to speak, start by playing a game with it to make it excited and energetic. Then, once your dog is pumped up, hold out a treat in plain sight. Wait until your dog notices the treat, then quickly hide it behind your back. Your dog should start barking soon after you hide the treat. When it does, say “Speak,” and give it the treat to reward the behavior. Keep practicing the trick every day, and start phasing out the treats until your dog barks on command when you say “Speak.”

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