To get your training session started, browse through your Supplies Menu and the Care section in search of the Dog Training Book. The book will instruct you on how to perform the basics, such as jump, shake, and lie down. Study the instructions and use them to begin teaching your dog!
Note: Depending on the dog's breed, the maximum amount of tricks it may learn is either three or four per day.
Always have your dog's attention when training it new tricks.In real life, teaching a dog is primarily based on show and response. First, make sure that you have your dog's com
plete attention. Have the dog face you and nothing else. If your dog isn't looking straight at you, reposition his body by grabbing his paws and turning it to you. Since you can't use your hands in Nintendogs, the next best thing is to convey your intentions through the stylus and the mic. For example, if you want your dog to jump, tap the stylus above the dog's head. As if you were clapping your hands in the air, the dog will react to your sudden action.
Note: Depending on the dog's breed, the maximum amount of tricks it may learn is either three or four per day.
Always have your dog's attention when training it new tricks.In real life, teaching a dog is primarily based on show and response. First, make sure that you have your dog's com
plete attention. Have the dog face you and nothing else. If your dog isn't looking straight at you, reposition his body by grabbing his paws and turning it to you. Since you can't use your hands in Nintendogs, the next best thing is to convey your intentions through the stylus and the mic. For example, if you want your dog to jump, tap the stylus above the dog's head. As if you were clapping your hands in the air, the dog will react to your sudden action.Naming the Trick
When your dog responds to your instructions, a flashbulb icon will appear in the upper right hand corner of the screen. The icon will then prompt you to speak into the mic. Clearly speak into the mic to describe the trick. Make sure to enunciate and use a soft tone of voice when speaking because your dog will not appreciate a harsh or mumbled voice. Additionally, using a monotone voice for all voice commands will ensure uniformity amongst tricks. Take note of your tone and how you pronounce each word because you must remember the exact voice command and tone to duplicate the trick.
The most important aspect of dog vocal training is to not confuse your dog with unnecessary speech and syllables. Pronounce each voice command clearly and completely. It is also important to avoid using names that sound similar because it will only confuse your dog. A red or blue question mark will appear if your dog is confused about a particular command. A red question mark means that your dog did not understand the command, while the blue question mark signifies that it confused the command with another command it knows.
To a certain extent, it is advantageous to name a trick with two words than a single word. Certain tones, such as the pronunciation of the sounds (j), (l), (s), (z) and (th), have a tendency to be muffled through the mic. Using two words provides the dog more options to respond and react. For example, if your dog doesn't respond to the lay command, delete the trick and start over. This time, describe the trick as "lay down" or "lay floor." Although the mic may not register the intonation of "lay," it may understand the other words of "down" or "floor".
Pronounce each voice command clearly and completely.
On the other hand, naming a trick with multiple words may pose intonation and tone problems. Having multiple words requires the same tone to be used on every word. Thus it may be difficult to consistently execute the exact tone for each voice command. Consistency in duplicating tricks is very important - it's a key factor for success in the Obedience Contests.
If your dog continues to have trouble with a phrase or a single word name, delete the trick and use a different name. Remember, the on-board mic has a difficult time in processing certain pronunciations. Instead of naming the trick with a phrase, use a different easy sounding word. On many occasions, the computer had trouble in processing the voice command of "sit." But after the command was changed to "down," the dog became more receptive and consistently performed when commanded.
To a certain extent, it is advantageous to name a trick with two words than a single word. Certain tones, such as the pronunciation of the sounds (j), (l), (s), (z) and (th), have a tendency to be muffled through the mic. Using two words provides the dog more options to respond and react. For example, if your dog doesn't respond to the lay command, delete the trick and start over. This time, describe the trick as "lay down" or "lay floor." Although the mic may not register the intonation of "lay," it may understand the other words of "down" or "floor".
Pronounce each voice command clearly and completely.
On the other hand, naming a trick with multiple words may pose intonation and tone problems. Having multiple words requires the same tone to be used on every word. Thus it may be difficult to consistently execute the exact tone for each voice command. Consistency in duplicating tricks is very important - it's a key factor for success in the Obedience Contests.
If your dog continues to have trouble with a phrase or a single word name, delete the trick and use a different name. Remember, the on-board mic has a difficult time in processing certain pronunciations. Instead of naming the trick with a phrase, use a different easy sounding word. On many occasions, the computer had trouble in processing the voice command of "sit." But after the command was changed to "down," the dog became more receptive and consistently performed when commanded.
