Worlds Most Incredible Skateboarding Dogs
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You know that skateboarding has come full circle when it goes to the dogs — literally. From bulldogs to Yorkies and everything in-between, hard-core skateboarders have been teaching their beloved companions the moves, and among the cream of the crop and becoming an internet sensation is Tillman, the English bulldog.
Tillman the skateboarding dog. Photo Metro / BNPS
The tan and white pooch can ride on 3 legs and kick with the other before jumping on, steer left and right around corners, and even tackle ramps, weaving in and out of amazed bystanders at breakneck speeds.
And when he comes a cropper he coolly flips the board over, tucks it under a paw and lifts it up with his teeth before putting it back on the ground.
The 3-year-old dog has become a worldwide star after his owner Ron Davis posted a video of Tillman skateboarding on the internet, which has been viewed by more than 4,000,000 people.
“He absolutely loves it and just whizzes around.” said Ron.
The zany bulldog has become a star and featured on TV shows, commercials, and sports events since his first video of his antics was released on the web.
Tillman started skating when he was only 6 weeks old. Ron said he discovered the incredible talent when he stood him on a skateboard while he was merely a tiny puppy.
“To begin with he was too little to push it along himself so he used to just stand on it and wobble.”
“I tried teaching him how to push off with his paw and he soon got the hang of it and took to it like a duck to water.”
Extreme Pete skateboarding dog
Extreme Pete skateboarding dog
Extreme Pete skateboarding dog
“As he has grown and got stronger he has picked up speed and he can now go faster than I can run.” said the construction manager from California.
“He doesn’t just stumble along; he can properly skate down roads at speeds of more than 10 mph (16km/h).”
Extreme Pete skateboarding dog
Tillman has become so popular that he has to skate in secret locations to avoid the massive crowds he draws wherever he goes.
“In all other aspects Tillman is a normal dog.” Ron says.
“Some dogs have a passion for chasing balls but Tillman’s is skateboarding — he lives for it really.”
Tillman in Venice Beach California
Extreme Pete
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Source: Metro
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i saw tillman on tv one time. rather excellent stuff. he truly does skateboard.
Those dogs look cute on their skate boards.They also skate well.Thanks for sharing such rare pics.
Tillman is quite the unique dog, Kouji
They’re certainly a lot of fun to watch, Sam
I want to know how to train my dog to skateboard! How do i go about it, just skateboard in front of my dog and hope he copies me?!
I remember that show “Rob & Big” and they taught their dog how to skateboard. I heard that bulldogs are the best to teach because they are so low to the ground.
These dogs are amazing! I love this post!
Anna, I’m not an expert by any stretch of the word, perhaps others might be able to chime in.
One thing that I did notice through the process of finding information, was that owners appear to help their dogs become comfortable with riding on the skateboards by holding their leash as the skateboard moves along. Ron Davis mentioned that he taught Tillman how to move himself along with his paws.
Dogs can be very clever, so the more attention you devote, the higher the reward, typically.
Kuanyin, they are so much fun to watch, glad you enjoyed it
so how long did it take for the owner to teach his dog that. that’s a pretty good dog.
Such fun little pups! They seem to really enjoy it, and it’s got to be great exercise for them.
HA! I knew about Tillman, but Extreme Pete takes the cake!
Cool, i saw Tillman on show for few times already, yeap i agree with Deborah. Dog can be very clever if you teach them patiently.
Wow. Pete is a ROCKSTAR!!! wish my dog Bondi could skateboard:)
a very cute dog …
try if my cat could do it, surely he is more funny than the dog