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:

  1. Lure/cue dog to step onto platform with their front feet

  2. Continue lure/cue the dog to move forward, stepping OFF the platform with their front feet

  3. Mark + treat when dog has both back feet on the platform

Progression options: