For a young puppy like Em Marie’s pint-sized Dachshund pup, every milestone is worth celebrating. Every day brings new faces, places, and experiences, but some of the most memorable achievements require a bit of practice and time.
On November 23, the mom and dog mom behind @ohsnapitsem watched on in bliss while her tiny puppy practiced ‘roll over’ beside her human brother, Owen. The excited little boy was just as thrilled to help his new puppy learn a new skill, but no one was as thrilled as the sweet puppy herself when she finally rolled over on her own!
Look at her go! Owen did a great job showing his puppy how to roll over, and she picked up the new skill in mere seconds. That proves just how impactful an encouraging teacher can be, especially when they’re someone you admire!
“Her running back over to him,” had commenters like @cranberrry.redbulll watching the video again and again. She’s not the only one who knows that “they’re going to be best friends for life.” Their bond is already irreplaceable, and the new puppy has only been home for a few weeks!
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Even the folks behind the hit TV show Paw Patrol commented on this sweet sibling moment. They said, “This is so precious,” and no one can disagree.
After all, it doesn’t get much cuter than a child and puppy duo! Kids have the same innocence and joy as dogs do, and watching them explore the world together is a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Whether it’s a dog jumping for joy when their favorite kid comes over to play or a heart-melting sibling bonding sesh like this, there’s no question that children and dogs were meant to be together.
Training a Puppy
Owen’s adorable moment with his fur sibling proves that anyone can train a puppy. It just takes time, patience, and lots of positive reinforcement!
Even though practicing new tricks like ‘roll over’ can be fun to do with a dog, young puppies like this Miniature Dachshund can start with something even simpler: socialization. Certified dog trainer Kate Naito explained to the AKC that because puppies learn so much during their first months of life, this is an ideal time to expose them to new sights, sounds, smells, and friends.
When a puppy is comfortable in their environment, like Owen’s fur sister is, they are more likely to succeed with obedience training. Most puppies begin training by learning to stay or sit on command, though it won’t be long until they’re practicing more advanced skills like ‘high five’ or ‘roll over.’ Just take it from this family—obedience training can be so fun!
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This story was originally published by PetHelpful on Nov 28, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.