Intermediate
Platform requirements:
Low, stable platform
The “long” side of the platform needs to be at least as long as the dog’s body length + 1-2 inches (i.e., distance between front and back feet)
The “short” side of the platform need to be at least as wide as 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 turn in a circle without stepping off the platform
What to do:
Lure/cue dog to stand on the platform
Lure/cue dog to turn 180 degrees
Mark + treat
Lure/cue dog to turn 360 degrees
Mark + treat
Progression options:
Increase the number of repetitions