Not all pet tricks have to be stupid pet tricks. Some of them can be downright handy.
We've already shown you how great dogs are at fetching beers for their owners, and now we've found 17 other actually useful pet tricks being demonstrated on YouTube.
These pups can not only fetch, speak and roll over, but load the dishwasher, bring in the groceries and even give back rubs as well. Check out each actually useful trick below and maybe try teaching one to your own dog tonight.
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Let's Start From The Beginning...
The oldest useful dog trick: getting the paper.
Closing A Drawer
This dog closes drawers like a much bigger dog.
Closing A Door
In the little dog division, this dog makes closing doors look good.
Recycling
Dogs can be green, too.
Turning Off Lights
This dog scores points for using no additional aids.
Retrieving A Kleenex
Now if they could just teach him to bark "Gesundheit!"
Making The Bed
Most dogs just claw at the bed, but this dog scores points for effort (and actually moving the blanket a little).
Helping Out In The Kitchen
Smurf is a little worker bee.
Putting Away Toys
Getting dogs to clean up after themselves seems like a great idea.
Cleaning The House
Grace may just picking up her toys, but her golden retriever charm gives her major points.
Taking Off Socks
After a long day of work, sometimes you need some help getting your socks off.
Loading Dishwasher (Guide)
We appreciate the guide. Would we let our dog handle our dishes though?
Rubbing Backs
Who is having more fun here?
Unloading The Dryer
Very impressive. Now if only Nutmeg could fold.
Doing The Laundry
Now this is impressive.
Getting The Groceries
Who needs kids?
Jesse Steals The Show
This dog FTW!
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Posted: 10/02/2012 2:33 pm Updated: 10/02/2012 2:33 pm