Making a dog lie down is a functional and handy command a dog should know. Training increases communication and bond between owner and dog, so this is very important
- Your dog should already know how to sit. If not, read my other article on that.
- Get your dog into the sitting position and reward him/her
- Take a treat in your hand and slowly glide your hand down
- If the dog follows your hand and lies down, reward it immediately
- If not, pull the dogs legs out, and reward. Make sure your rewards are instant, because the dog must know what the reward is for.
- Repeat saying DOWN, in a firm voice and moving your arm slowly down
- Slowly phase out the hand command, so that your dog responds to your voice alone
Tips:
Use small titbits, as to a dog a big treat is the same, little ones often is like money in the bank.
Practise for about 5-10minutes DAILY.
If the dog is getting bored, finish your training session.
Warning:
Your dog may bite your fingers so be careful.
