Intermediate
Platform requirements:
Low, stable platform
At least as wide as the distance between the dog’s back feet
At least as long as the dog’s body length + 1-2 inches (i.e., distance between front and back feet when standing); use a longer platform in the beginning
No higher than the dog’s hock (i.e., ankle) height
Exercise:
Have dog stand square on the platform
What to do:
Lure/cue dog to stand square on the platform
Mark + treat with head in neutral position
Lure/cue dog to look up/down/left/right, while keeping feet still
Mark + treat
Progression options:
Increase duration
Add incline/decline