Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
Step1
Have the dog stand in front of you.
Step2
Hold a treat in your closed hand in front of the dog's nose. Your dog should REALLY want this treat.
Step3
Move your hand slowly towards the ground. Your dog should follow your hand.
Step4
When the dog lies down, give an auditory reward (something the dog can hear - a clicker or a "yes") and immediately give the treat.
Step5
Repeat 1-4 until the dog downs every time. Add a verbal command - "Lie" or "Down".
Step6
Repeat step 5 until the dog downs every time.