Bichon Frise Training: Various Ways To Teach The Down Command

Bichon frise training involves teaching your
furry friend various tricks and commands
including the down command. While the said
command is common among several dog owners, it
must be known by all, particularly by first-time
owners that this command is essential in a lot of
ways. With down command, it would be easier for
you to control and keep him safe in some
situations. Furthermore, the down command also
serves as groundwork for many other advanced
commands or tricks such as roll over and crawl.

There's more than one way to teach your pet how
to stay down. Depending on your dog's
personality, you need to figure out which
technique is best suited for him. Here are
several ways on how you can effectively teach
your pet to obey the down command:

Method 1

When your pet has already mastered the sit
command, have him sit first then hold a treat in
front of her nose. Once her attention is focused
on the treat, lower it to the ground gradually.
Naturally, your precious pet will follow the
treat with his eyes and as soon as his gaze is
lowered on the floor, your hand that's holding
the treat should move forward (away from your
pet) so that he has to lower himself toward the
treat.

When your pet starts to move towards the down
position, give the command "down". This is to
associate the verbal command "down" with him
laying down. The instant his belly touches the
ground and the legs out at the front, reward him
with praise and of course with that treat.

Method 2

Follow the first method but if he walks instead
of lower himself towards the treat, place your
hand at the withers to stop him from standing or
walking.

Method 3

This method doesn't need a bait but the aid of a
leash instead. With your dog on sit position,
stand or kneel next to your dog. Say the command
"down" then guide your pet towards the position
by holding the leash and carefully tugging it
downwards. You may also want to place your hand
at the withers and guide him down or lift and
extend his front legs in front of him. The
moment he's in the down position, reward with
treat or praise to acknowledge that you're
delighted by what he did.

Much like when teaching other weimaraner
training commands, there are some points you
must bear in mind.

- Getting desirable results doesn't happen
overnight. Your dog may require a lot of
repetition before he can figure out what he is
supposed to do so you must be very patient.

- During the early period of training, it ought
to be done in an area where there are less
interruptions however when he has mastered the
command, add something to it like practicing the
command in various places with diverse people.

- While this command is best taught when your
pet is in sit position, teach him to obey the
command also when he is standing, walking or
running.

- Delectable treat is the most effective bait,
however, it is essential to lessen the use of
treat to prevent him from becoming treat
dependent that will only respond to the command
when there's a treat present.

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Mary Anderson has been sharing her experience
about bichon frise training to many dog owners.
To read more tips from her, just check out her
site http://www.bichonfrisesavvy.com

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