Down Command
Down is another oral command that comes very handy when your dog is going where he is not supposed to go.
· Start the exercise with your pup in a sitting position,
· Dangle a piece of treat or a piece of meat in front of the dog’s nose,
· Start with your dog in the sit position.
· Now slowly move the treat down on the ground in front of the paws,
· Slowly pull the treat out along the ground in a L shape,
· When the puppy lies down, repeat the command- Waldo, down,
· When he sits down, praise him for his good behavior,
· Repeat this command several times a day till your pup masters the technique.