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TRAINING | DOWN

In a distraction-free environment, such as your backyard, attract Move the treat from his nose in a straight line to the ground.
1 our dog’s attention by showing him that you have a tasty treat. 2 Do this slowly so that your dog’s nose follows your hand, but still
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Use the treat to lure your dog into a sitting position, but do not let hold onto the treat. Let him nibble at the treat so that he does not
him take it from you. lose interest.
Alternative If your puppy is
reluctant to lie down, another
method can be used. Make a
bridge with your legs and lure
him underneath. Use lots of
treats and keep your legs
positioned over him until
he is lying down.

As your dog follows the treat, he will gradually fold into a lying
3 sition. Once he is fully down, let go of the treat and praise
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him. Give the command “down” as his elbows touch the ground.

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