Command Place or Mand

Difficulty level: ★★★

Teaching "Send to Place or Bed" is a valuable skill that allows your dog to go to a specific spot, such as their bed or a blanket, and remain calm on command. This trick is useful in situations where you want to create calm or teach your dog to focus on a specific spot.

How do you teach your dog to 'Send to the place or basket'?

Introduce the spot: Let your dog get acquainted with the bed, blanket, or spot you plan to use. Reward them if they're curious and stand or lie down on it.
Use a treat: Lead your dog to the spot with a treat. Once he arrives, say "Place" or "Man" and give him a treat.
Introduce a command: Say "Go to your spot" or "Basket" while guiding him. Combine this with a hand gesture, such as pointing to the basket.
Practice from a distance: Once your dog understands what to do, start directing him to the spot from a short distance. Reward him immediately when he gets there.
Keep training: Gradually increase the distance and let your dog stay in place longer before rewarding. Use a marker signal like "Yes" or "Good."
Add distractions: Practice in situations with more distractions to reinforce the behavior and teach him to focus.

Tips for success

Start simple: Choose a quiet place without distractions to learn the basics.
Use a comfortable object: Make sure the bed or place is comfortable so your dog will want to go there.
Make it rewarding: Reward your dog regularly, especially in the beginning, to keep the trick positive.

Why is "Send to Place or Basket" useful?

This trick is useful in everyday life. It helps your dog relax and gives you control in situations where calm is needed, such as when visitors come or during mealtimes.

Common obstacles

Is your dog reluctant to go to the designated area? Use an irresistible treat or place a toy on the bed to pique his interest.
Is he not staying down? Reward him for short periods at first and gradually build up to longer periods.
Is he getting distracted? Start in a quiet environment and gradually add more stimulation.

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With "Send to the place or basket," you give your dog a practical and calming skill that's useful in many situations. Good luck and have fun training!