How to train a Basenji dog to lie down? We must use reasonable training methods to complete the training of the dog to achieve twice the result with half the effort. First, let’s talk about basic lying down training. Because these movements are the basis of many trainings, they are very important.

Lying down training method

Lying can be divided into two types: lying on the front and lying on the left side. The methods can be divided into induction and forced methods:

Left side lying induction method: The owner first orders the dog to sit down on the left side, uses food or objects with the right hand to attract the dog's attention, then takes a step forward, bends the upper body downward, and then lowers the position to lie down. Give the command, and at the same time, slowly move your right hand to the front and bottom of the dog's mouth to the ground. If the dog can complete the lying position under this induced situation, then give the dog a certain reward. If you cannot complete the lying position by this alone, you need to induce the dog and press the dog's shoulder blade with your left hand while it is leaning forward and downward, or pull down the traction rope to make it complete the lying position, and then reward it.

Front lying training

First let the dog sit down on its front, then hold the leash in the left hand, and the reward food in the right hand to attract the dog's attention, and order it to lie down. Use your right hand to guide the dog from the front to directly below, and then appropriately combine the left hand downwards Pull the leash to make the dog lie down on its front, and then reward it.