Training Course Lesson 05

Lesson 5

Sit, Stay

From the neutral position walk your dog, then command him to "Sit". When he sits, give him the "Stay" command as you continue walking forward to the end of the leash. Be sure to glance backward should you need to correct your dog. Correct by tugging on the leash, and giving the "Sit and Stay" commands. Have the dog hold this position for 30 seconds to a minute.

Down your dog

From the neutral position, while holding the leash in your right hand, "Down" your dog using your left hand to signal. DO NOT HOLD LEASH NEAR COLLAR AND PULL.

Gently tug on the leash if needed. Have the dog hold this position for about one minute.

Stand your dog

From the neutral position, while holding the leash in your right hand, command your dog to "Stand". As the dog rises, pet his underbelly and give him the "Stay" command. Pivot in front of him and stay close. Hold this

position for 30 seconds to one minute.

Should the dog start to sit, lift him gently from his underbelly, as you give the "Stand and Stay" commands. You may need to reposition the dog in the neutral position. Pet his tummy. Give the stay signal and pivot in front. Stay close.

Recall

From the neutral position, have your dog "Stay" as you pivot out to the end of the leash. Have the dog hold this position for 30 seconds to one minute. Command the dog to "Come" as you move quickly backward for ten steps while reeling in the leash. The dog should come to a halt in front of you and sit. Praise.

Obedience

Training

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Remember to practice at least one 15 minute session per day. One time is good, more often is better!
Remember only one word commands!
Start and end with easy exercises. Do learning exercises in the middle of the session.
Always end a training session with COME!, then PLAY!!!

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