Beginner
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 step onto the platform with their back feet
What to do:
Lure/cue dog to step onto platform with their front feet
Continue lure/cue the dog to move forward, stepping OFF the platform with their front feet
Mark + treat when dog has both back feet on the platform
Progression options:
Increase duration
Add weight shifting