Platform requirements:

  • Low, stable platform

  • At least as wide as the distance between the dog’s back feet

  • No higher than the dog’s hock (i.e., ankle) height

  • Use a lower height platform in the beginning

Exercise:

  • Have dog back up onto the platform with their back feet

What to do:

  1. Set up the dog 1-2 steps in front of the platform

  2. Lure/cue dog to back up

  3. Mark + treat when any back foot step onto the platform

Progression options: