Advanced
Platform requirements:
Low, stable platform
The “short” side of the platform need to be at least as wide as the distance between the dog’s front feet
No higher than the dog’s hock (i.e., ankle) height
Use a lower height platform in the beginning
Exercise:
Have dog step OFF the platform with their front feet while moving backwards
What to do:
Lure/cue dog to step ON the platform with their front feet
Mark + treat
Lure/cue dog to move back so that their front feet step OFF the platform
Mark + treat
Progression options:
Increase number of steps