Things you will need for this drill Treats Clicker Place for dog to settle on(cot, bed, kennel, etc…) A companion Dog desensitization sounds Click for my youtube playlist Things that are very distracting to your dog A phrase to signal to your dog to go to the place to settle(Mine is “Go to bed so I will be using that through this guide) This is the most useful drill I have run with all of my service dogs. It helps dogs work on their desire to run after things or startle. This drill can be started as soon as your dog is reliably doing your command for lying down. First, start this drill in an indoor environment you and your dog are comfortable in. Set up the place your dog will settle in. I will refer to this place as “bed” but do what works for you. Honestly, you can use a blanket or towel. Command your dog to lie down on the bed several times. Walk them away then walk them back and have them lie down again. Keep this up until t...
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