Command - Place

Defintion:

Get on an object and sit. (object is NOT the floor)

Rules:

1. It is a game of the floor is hot lava - if your dog gets off thier place object before released or prompted for another commands, we treat the floor as if its hot lava by getting our dog back to the place object as quickly as possible.

2. You pick it, you wing it - if you ask your dog to Place we need to hold them accountable by making sure our dog gets on the object even if it takes multiple tries or we have to help them.

3. Never use an object your dog isnt allowed to be on - for example if you dont allow your dog on furniture do not use it as a place object as this can be con

Why:

The place command is used to build confidence by exposing our dogs to different textures, heights and scents. It is a great tool for building stability - the ability to stay in commands.

Practical Uses:

• Loading up into the car

• Vet scale

• Using a dog bed while vacuuming, having guests over, etc