10.2 -- Training Your Dog: Place, Sit at the Door, Heel with About Turns, Sit and Down --

Session Two -- Sit:

1. Have your dog sitting in heel position,repeat “Sit” command then step 3 feet in front of him.

2. After your dog has remained sitting for 30 seconds, return to heel position.

3. Praise, and reward your dog.

4. Release him after 10 seconds.

5. Play briefly between commands.

6. Perform 2 repetitions, for 30 seconds.

Down:

1. From the heel position, give your dog the down command, helping him if needed.

2. Repeat the command “Down,” then pivot directly in front of your dog. You should be one foot from your dog’s head.

3. From this position, have him remain in the down for 5 seconds.

4. Return to “Heel Position,” for 5 seconds, then release and play with your dog.

5. Repeat the above sequence 5 times.

6. Repeat steps 1 and 2, keeping your dog in a down for 30 seconds.

7. Return to “Heel Position,” for 10 seconds, then release and play with your dog.

8. Repeat the above sequence.

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TRIPLE CROWN TIPS

Sitting and waiting at a door takes practice and patience. Dogs are accustomed to bolting through doors. If you perform this exercise every time you approach a door, your dog will soon begin to sit automatically at all closed doors.

When practicing about turns, it is important to maintain a steady pace. Do not wait for your dog to catch-up to you. Praise your dog enthusiastically for being in the correct position. As dog begins to forge, handler slows for an about turn. Repeat the command “Heel” and turn to the right. Complete the 180 degree turn with a “Pop” if dog is out of position.