The Amazing Skateboarding Dogs

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Dogs on Boards

A new breed of dogs is brewing. Dogs that can do sports like skateboard, snowboard, skimboard and surf. The funny thing is that they know what they're doing and they love it!

Many of them are English bulldogs, but other breeds like to do these kind of things. They have names like Tillman, Darla, Tyson or Pete. I'm telling you, these are not ordinary dogs.

Your dog can learn to skateboard too, and I'll tell you how a little bit later on. In the meantime, meet these amazing dogs!

Meet Tyson 

A Pioneer Dog

Tyson, an English Bulldog, was given a skate board on his first birthday, and he quickly started playing with it. Later he took lessons in front of his house using a harness and a retractable leash. Tyson has become an expert and has nearly 6 years of experience.

Meet Tillman 

Perhaps The Cream of The Crop

Tillman is also an English bulldog and he is almost 4 years old. He's named after Pat Tillman, the American hero. He keeps getting better and better. He can be seen ripping it in Venice beach, Los Angeles, California.

Tillman Can Also Skimboard! 

Last year during a heat wave, his owner Ron Davis was worried about Tillman skateboarding and getting overheated, so he bought him a skimboard, and in a short time he figured out it was like skateboarding on water.

Skateboarding Bulldog Tillman

Impress Other Dogs 

The Only Dog Tricks Book You'll Ever Need: Impress Friends, Family--and Other Dogs!

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The author uses repeated training methods that are easy understand and most were simple enough for my dog to learn when I would execute them properly. Since my dog is very trainable by nature most of the tricks were worth the effort. The book offers easy to very difficult tricks which is helpful for the novice dog handler.

Meet Pete 

This dog can do amazing stuff!

Pete is a Jack Russel terrier who is extremely smart and dedicated. He shifts his weight like a pro on the vert ramp and almost gets some "air". Just watch him!

Get The Right Board For Your Dog 

Madrid SKATE & SURF Fiberglass Sandwich Mini Complete Skateboard

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This skateboards are small enough for your dog to start learning the basics of skating on wheels. It has a layer of fiberglass on the top and another on bottom the wood/fiberglass sandwich provides flex, stability, and durability.

How About Chief? 

This one has a lot of personality

Yet another English bulldog. This one rides by himself, and he has an attitude!

Meet Sabrina 

She's dressed to kill

She is an English bulldog from Las Vegas, Nevada. Her owner said Sabrina taught herself to skateboard. She flips the board over with her nose, pushes it around on the streets, and hops on to get rolling. Read more about her story.

Wanna Play With Me? 

WEBKINZ - Bulldog

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Webkinz are stuffed animals that come alive online in Webkinz World. These animals come with a special Internet code so your child can interact with it online. This dog is very cute, with a little tilted head.

Mongo on The Long Board 

This is a real cool dude

This pitbull can really rip downhill, shifting weight from side to side. He looks like a real pro.

Bubba The Georgia Bulldog 

He Likes Madrid Rat Fink Boards

Bubba Skateboarding Bulldog

Rat Fink Pinstripe Longboard Skateboard - Complete

Amazon Price: $159.95 (as of 07/06/2009)Buy Now

These Madrid boards use 15mm birch. The colored graphics are topside and have roll-on clear grip. The black "Rat Fink Rides Madrid" graphics are on the bottom side. The board measures 38 3/4" long, 9 1/8" wide, 2 1/2" nose, 5" tail, with a 27" wheelbase. Bubba the Georgia Bulldog is stoked about skating on this board!

Now Meet Harley 

Harley gets gnarley!

Harley is yet another bulldog with a natural passion for skate boarding. Her owner discovered this passion when she was one year of age, she "hijacked" the new board her owner was trying out. Since then, many unsuspecting teens riding by, have fallen victim to her antics. Harley has her own Sponge Bob skateboard now.

And Meet Mr. Tyson Las Vegas 

Some Dogs Dream of Becoming a Skateboarder

Mr Tyson learning 2

This is the one, Mr.Tyson learning and training how to be a good skateboarding dog ....

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Tillman & Tyson Together, Wow! 

On Special Track for The Tournament of Roses Parade

Tyson and Tillman skated around a specially created skateboarding track.
The funny thing was that they couldn't care less about each other.


Tillman and Tyson Skateboarding Bulldogs TnT
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The Greatest American Dog 

In 2008, 12 extraordinary teams of dogs and owners shared their lives together and competed against each other in a variety of challenges to determine who did the best job training their dog, as one pair was eliminated each week. The grand prize was $250,000 for the surviving pair!

Tillman, the English bulldog, took part in the show.
Check out the video clips below and watch how he did.

The Greatest American Dog Tillman CBS

Tillman - The Greatest American Dog

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How Did Tillman Do in The Show? 


Tillman - The Meat-Tease Challenge

Tillman - The Musical Chairs

Tillman - The Personality Challenge (2 of 2)

Tillman - A Farter, Not A Fighter

Tillman - The Disco Dog

Tillman - Take It or Leave It

Tillman - Stolen Skateboard

Tillman - Grabbing The Frisbee

Tillman - In The Pool Swimming

Tillman's Happy Family 

Tillman Ron Erika Reef

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wyrm11268 wrote...

Great lens! Maybe I can teach Dachshund Luke to skateboard lol

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AbbasAbedi wrote...

I want to try to teach a dog and cat to skateboard!. 5*

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partybuzz wrote...

Had fun viewing the videos! Pete is by far my favorite though. That doggie shows them all up! :-) Great lens!

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Use a Harness To Facilitate Your Dog's Learning 

Puppia Soft Dog Harness (Mesh) Red Medium

List Price: $30.00

If you are serious about teaching your dog to skateboard you must have one of these harnesses. This ergonomic harness keeps your dog safely on a leash without choking or harming your dog.

How to Teach Your Dog to Skateboard 

Dog Lessons

So you have nice weather, your dog is begging you to play with him. Now it's right time to take your dog out and teach him how to skateboard. You'll need to take a leash, a string and a harness, if you have one. First, read and print these steps, and then watch the videos below.

  • Do a few rides on a skateboard while your dog watches or follows you.

  • Put the skateboard by your dog. Now, place your dog's front paws on the skateboard. Give him a treat.

  • Place your dog on the skateboard. Offer him another treat. Don't forget this, it's very important.

  • Push the skateboard with the dog on top. Look for a little slope, and let the dog go until the board stops. Do not try a steeper slope until the dog feels comfortable, and likes to stay on the board.

  • Alternatively, attached a string to the skateboard, now put your dog on the board, and pull it. Another treat please. Pull it straight first and then do curves. Of course, the dog is going to jump off many times, so reward him with a treat, when he stays long on the board.

  • The dog needs to get used to riding and be comfortable with the board. You can raise the criteria so that he only gets a reward when he does very well. Be sure to reinforce his performance as much as possible. Pet him while he stands on the skateboard.

  • Once the dog is fine riding on the board, he is ready to push off the skateboard. This is perhaps the hardest part. Start with the dog standing on the board. Move one of his feet to the ground, and instinctively he will try to push off from that position as he tries to get on the board. Please be patient here, give him treats when he does it right.

  • If your dog is unhappy at any stage of these lessons, please stop and try another day.

What's The Best Breed for Skateboarding? 

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The Trainer Knows His Stuff 

The Fun Way to Teach a Mutt Dog

Trainer Omar von Muller teach a beginner dog how to skateboard. This dog was rescued from a shelter. Way to go!!!

Learning to Push Off 

Teach The Carlino, The Pug Way!

The Clicker Can Help Too 

Getting Started: Clicker Training for Dogs Kit

Amazon Price: $19.95 (as of 07/06/2009)Buy Now

Karen Pryor is the leading authority of clicker training behavior for dogs. This kit includes a book, an i-Click, a DVD and a sample of dog treats. This kit is a fantastic way to train a dog that doesn't respond well to conventional training. You'll see a difference!

A Puppy Learning To Skate 

This is how you do it!

Fun Book for Kids 

Little Yellow Dog Says Look at Me (Little Yellow Dog series)

Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 07/06/2009)Buy Now

"The words cry out to be read, or shrieked aloud and the illustrations are lively and full of movement. Good fun for toddlers."

Have a Chuckle 

Skate Boarding Dog Comics

Baley The Skater Dog Kidnapped for Ransom 

Bailey The Skaterdog's Ordeal

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The Taiwanese Dog Who Can Sk8 

The Skateboarding Mutt

Hsiao Pai is her name, or in plain English: Whitey. She lives in Tapei, Taiwan. She learned to skateboard to keep up with her skating owner Chen Kuo-Chen who taught her very well.

Her breed is a mystery. She's a happy mix, a mutt. Perhaps from the sporting group? The pictures were at an exhibition in Taipei Park.

Is That Whitey on the Video? 

The Chinese Skateboarding Dog

Skating dogs

Dog skaters in Taipei

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Learn More About Exteme Sports Dogs 

Tillman, The Skateboarding Bulldog
Tillman became a part of a family that included a Rottweiler, Stoli, and a mixed breed Rotti, named Teddy. Teddy and Stoli loved to skate and once Tillman got a feel for it he never stopped.
Tyson, The Skateboarding Bulldog
Tyson will work for doggie treats, but his dad prefer cash.
Darlabelle, The World Famous Skateboarding Dog
Darla has a passion for the outdoors and she loves the beach, going down slides at parks and skateboarding. Darla learns most of her talents by natural Bulldog curiosity and watching.
How to Teach a Dog to Skateboard
A dog would have to be very talented to skateboard. Performing this stunt requires many doggy treats, patience, and a very smart obedient dog.
Dogz on Boardz
This site is dedicated to the memory of Ollie, a German shepherd. Great dog boarding pictures.
"Buddy" the Surfing Dog
This is the official web site of the World Famous Surfing Dog Buddy.

Dogs on The Move 

Fun at the fair by Erik Oeverndiek

Epic Skateboarding Super Dog by epicbeer

gnaw by bermudi

way too cool by bulldog1

Skater dog by BERTRAM LAKATOS

Austin the Fly n Lion Pomeranian Venice Beach California by Name On Rice.com

Not As Sophisticated But... 

This is fun too!

Spy Skateboarding Dog Quick Learner

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Get The Right Training for Your Dog 

Right on Target: Taking Dog Training to a New Level

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This book is strongly recommended to all readers wishing for a more effective and thorough training manual for guidance of bringing their canine companion through all of the proper training procedures required for a great show and a lot of recreational activities.

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Buddy, The Amazing Surfing Dog 

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Surfing Dog Buddy

Watch Buddy the Jack Russell Terrier hitting the waves in
Ventura, California. He loves it, and gets stoked doing it!

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Dogs in the News 

Skateboarding dogs --- roundup of VIDEOS
Chew on his skateboard. He's on his 15th custom-made board. Tillman the skateboarding dog is perhaps one of the best known bulldogs with a way with a board. ...
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You've probably seen Frisbee dogs, dancing dogs, even skateboarding dogs, but how about surfing dogs? This Saturday marked the Fourth Annual Loews Coronado ...
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