This exercise is best taught on a raised object that your dog can fit their whole body on. Ensure that the object has a non-slip surface.
Encourage your dog into a down, supporting them as needed to ensure they do not fall off the platform. We encourage these to be put into a corner or up against a wall to provide your dog with some support as they learn to perform this.
Next encourage them to stand without coming off the object.
Once your dog has learnt this on a raised object, they shoud be able to perform without this tool.
Your therapist will advice how many repetitions, and when these should be performed.