Platform requirements:

  • Low, stable platform

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

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

  • Use a lower height platform in the beginning

Exercise:

  • Have step ON and OFF the platform while moving forward

What to do:

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

  2. Mark + treat

  3. Lure/cue dog to step OFF the platform wit

  4. h their front feet, and step ON the platform with their back feet

  5. Mark + treat

  6. Lure/cue dog to step OFF the platform with their back feet

Progression options: