If you look into the history and origin of Red Dog card game, you will realize that the game is quite old. The game is over a century old and it was first played as Red Dog in the US sometime in the 1800s.

Initially, when Red Dog made its way to the shores of the United States, it was called In-Between. In the 19th century, the rules of the game were fairly simple and easy and this made it very easy for unscrupulous gamblers to cheat. Also, during that time, card games such as poker were more popular. However, it was in the year 1931 when Red Dog poker saw a resurgence. This was the time when gambling was legalized and Red Dog made an appearance across the casinos. However, this time round, the game was introduced to gamblers with a new set of rules besides the new name.

As time went by, the game became quite popular online. Though, it was not the case always. However, the online version of the game today is pretty popular and you will find that almost all online casinos offer this rather exciting card game. The game is played by individual players, who have to place a bet on which cards will be dealt. The third card that is dealt should have a value in between the first 2 cards. If this happens and the player guesses right, then he or she wins. While the game is rather simple to play, it does require a fair amount of practice, and the player must have thorough understanding of the rules.

While the card game is called Red Dog Poker, it has no similarity whatsoever with normal poker! The suits of the cards have no bearing to the game and have no effect on the outcome of the game. In addition, each card in the pack has a number value; however, this value does not make one card higher than the other. All cards are valued at face value other than Jacks, Queens, Kings and Aces. The Jack is valued as 11; the Queen as 12; Kings as 13; and Aces are valued as 14.

The players first have to place their bets and thereafter 2 cards are dealt face up. The values of the 2 cards are used to determine the spread. Then the players have to bet whether the next card that will be dealt will fall within the spread. At this point, players have the option either to double their bets or to let their original bets be on the table. The players do not have the opportunity to remove their bets though. At this point, it should be mentioned that the players actually play against the banker and not one another.

If you want to play Red Dog Poker, then you should have an inkling of the rules, which are fairly simple and easy to follow. For one, just 2 cards are dealt face up and players do not get individual cards. Also, if the 2 initial cards dealt are consecutive cards, then the hand is scrapped as there is no spread. In such a case, the bets are returned to the players. If the 2 card dealt are of the same value, then the game continues and a third card is dealt. If this card's value is equal to the first 2 cards, the player wins at an odd of 11 to 1. However, if the third card's value is different, then the hand is discarded and the bet is returned to individual players. In normal circumstance, if the third card dealt is within the spread, the players win and the payout is made on the basis of the payout table. If the third card is outside the spread or it has the same value as the first 2 cards, then the players lose and the banker wins.

Here we come to strategies of Red Dog card game. Just looking at the rules, it should become clear that the strategies used will not be complicated. In order to increase your chances of winning at Red Dog, you do need some strategies. For instance, if the spread is 7 or more, then you should always raise your bet. This is because the chances of winning increase. However, if the spread is less than 7, then you should call your bet. This is a simple strategy, if followed will increase your odds of winning at this delightful and exciting game.

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