“Legs” or “Middle” provides your dog with a safe place in public, aids in recall, relaxes your dog, and helps build your bond.
I use this often in an elevator, visiting the vet, initiating a training session, and at the end of a recall.
Step 1: get your dog comfortable between your legs, toss treats behind and to the side of you, mark/reward when they return between your legs
Step 2: lure with a treat into a sit position between your legs. We use a visual cue of two fingers like a peace sign moving to the side of my leg
Step 3: add the verbal cue “legs” or “middle” right before the visual cue
Step 4 (advanced): add movement, take one step at a time, forward/left/right, mark/reward. When ready, increase steps until you are able to do a full heel.
If you’re like me, you’ll find yourself using the cue daily!
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