Nintendogs Tricks List: Basic to Advanced + Training Tips

Nintendogs (DS/3DS) teaches tricks via voice command + touch demonstration. Consistency = success.

Basic Tricks (Learned First)

• Sit — “Sit” + touch head→down.
• Lie Down / Down — “Down” + touch head→floor.
• Stay — “Stay” + hold hand out; reward stillness.
• Come / Here — “Come” + whistle/call; reward approach.
• Shake / Paw — “Shake” + lift front paw.
• Spin / Turn Around — “Spin” + drag stylus in circle.

Advanced Tricks (Require Mastery of Basics)

• Roll Over — “Roll Over” + drag stylus side→side on belly.
• Play Dead / Bang — “Bang” / “Play Dead” → roll onto side, freeze.
• Jump / Up — “Jump” / “Up” + lift stylus up.
• Beg / Sit Up — “Beg” + lift front paws.
• Fetch — Throw toy (disc/ball); say “Fetch” / “Get it”.
• Speak / Sing — “Speak” / “Sing” → bark/howl on cue.
• Backflip / Sneeze / Lick — Rare, breed-specific, high friendship.

Training Best Practices

1. Quiet room: Mic picks up background noise.
2. Consistent command word: Use exact same phrase every time (case-insensitive).
3. Short sessions: 5–10 mins, 2–3× daily. Puppies tire.
4. High-value rewards: Jerky treats > biscuits. Pet + praise always.
5. Progressive criteria: Reward attempt → reward completion → reward speed/precision.
6. Competition prep: Obedience Trial needs 3 tricks flawless. Agility needs Jump + Come.

Every dog learns at different pace. Patience > repetition. The “!” icon means “learning”; “★” means mastered.