Mini Dachshund Puppy Learning How To Kiss Will Give You The Warm Fuzzies
Dogs can learn a lot of neat tricks — sit, stay, fetch, roll over, and even dance. But often, the cutest tricks are the ones that catch everyone's attention and make them go "awww." Just take this miniature dachshund learning how to kiss on command! It will leave your heart full of happiness.
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In the sweet TikTok video, the tiny, fluffy doxie named Darcy is learning how to be "a lover girl," according to her owner, who posted the video of the sweet pup kissing her favorite human three times before being rewarded with a treat.
"Darcy is adorable, I can't," announced one person in the comments, as another asked, "Is it ok that I cried?" It actually is, because this video definitely gives off that warm and fuzzy feeling we all crave so much — that kind of adorable moment that makes you instantly smile while proving that sometimes even the tiniest of creatures can deliver the biggest dose of joy.
How to teach a dog to give kisses
Want your dog to become a certified kissing machine? Luckily, teaching your dog an adorable trick like "kissing" is usually pretty easy, especially if your pup already enjoys giving you a little lick.
Start by keeping some favorite treats handy and wait for a natural lick, such as a lick that comes after you pet them. After they lick your face or hand, celebrate with excited words and hand out a treat. Repeat this process a few times so your dog starts associating licking with getting praise and a tasty reward. Once your dog catches on, introduce a simple command like "kiss" just as your pup licks. Soon, you can offer the command, expect a lick, and give a reward when your pup follows through with a loving doggy kiss.
Keeping sessions short and upbeat works best, with patience and repetition being the key to success. If your dog needs extra encouragement at the start, put a dab of dog-safe peanut butter on the back of your hand or cheek and let them learn to lick you that way. Before long, your pup will understand that "kiss" means it's time to turn on the charm! If you can't get enough of dachshund puppies, check out this one who has learned several tricks.