Training Dogs To Play Dead
Let's Get Started! Training Dogs to Play Dead
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Voice Command: "Bang"
![]() Step #1: Kneel or stand one or two feet away from your dog. Get his attention by holding a treat. Say "bang" and point your finger in his direction simultaneously. Step #2: Encourage your dog to lay down by holding the treat low to the ground. Repeat the voice command several times as he's going down and gently encourage him onto his side. Step #3: Say "good bang" enthusiastically when he's all the way down on his side. Keep praising him enthusiastically and offer him part of the treat. When he's up again, repeat step #1 and give him a few seconds to respond. Repeat the voice command 3 times or so, giving him a few seconds to respond each time. Repeat steps two and three. Your dog should go down a little easier each time... Eventually going down without your encouragement at all.
...or just to act like one!
I know from years of experience that owners are happier when their dogs are trained well... Not just trained to do silly parlor tricks like playing dead, but trained to follow other rules... Rules like, don't jump on house guests and don't potty on the floor.
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