Summary: A Tin Man posture will get a dog's attention. Learn how to use visuals to teach a dog the off command in this free video on pet training.
Mark Siebel has owned Doggie Steps Dog Training for four years and has worked with over 4,000 dogs. He teaches about health and nutrition for a new dog, general obedience, and...read more
"Visual tin man you have heard throughout our whole dog training series. You can use tin man with all of our commands that we've learned so far, the sit, leave it and now the off. As I've stated the importance of tin man, I want your dog to be aware that when they see the tin man a command is, is sure to follow. As we learn the off command, if your dog is on something they shouldn't be, a person, a couch, or a bed, I want their attention gathered with tin man to then proceed with the steps of the off command. Also like I've said tin man shows authority and leadership when you address your dog. You want to stand tall, firm shoulders and keep your hand above your waist line to keep your dog's attention. It's almost guaranteed when your dog begins to see tin man they're going to understand that a command is to follow. "
eHow Article: Visuals in the Dog Training Off Command