Walk the Dog on a Yoyo
YoyoTrick tutorial
Can you Walk the Dog? Every yoyo player gets asked that, and it is probably the most famous yoyo trick there is. It looks simple, but it needs a stable, powerful throw.
- Level
- Beginner
- Learn first
- Sleeper (10 seconds)
The trick in steps
- Throw a Sleeper
Start with a strong Sleeper.
- Swing it back
Swing the yoyo slightly behind you.
- Set it on the floor
Set the yoyo gently on the floor and let it move forward in front of you.
- Tug up and catch
Tug up and catch the yoyo before it loses all its spin.
Tips
- Throw straight and strong
- Swing the yoyo back, then set it on the ground as it swings forward
- Keep moving the yoyo, don't stay in one spot
- The "walking" distance needs to be at least one foot
Common mistakes
- Yoyo staying on the ground too long and losing all its spin
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