Teach Your Dog To Go To Bed And RELAX - Professional Dog Training Tips

Summary

In this McCann Dogs video, Kayl McCann teaches viewers how to train their dogs to lie down on a bed calmly during family activities like dinner or TV time. She begins by luring the dog onto the bed with treats and gradually introduces the 'on your bed' command. Kayl then adds the 'down' command, reinforcing it with rewards. The training progresses to increasing the distance between the trainer and the bed, and building the duration the dog stays on the bed. The video highlights the importance of positive reinforcement and clear communication to establish a calm and obedient behavior in dogs.

Takeaways

• 🐾 Kayl McCann from McCann Dogs is teaching a method to train dogs to lie down on their bed calmly.
• 🍽 The exercise is useful for times when the owner wants to eat dinner or watch TV without the dog getting in the way.
• 📢 The command 'on your bed' is introduced to guide the dog to the bed, with rewards used to reinforce the behavior.
• 🐕 The dog, Slam, is initially lured onto the bed with treats and the command is practiced until the dog associates it with the action.
• 👏 Positive reinforcement with treats and verbal praise is used to encourage the dog to lie down on the bed.
• 🍖 Having several treats ready in hand ensures the training session isn't interrupted by searching for rewards.
• 🔽 The trainer rewards the dog low to the bed to discourage the dog from getting up to receive the treat.
• 🕒 The training gradually increases in difficulty by adding the 'down' command and practicing at a distance from the bed.
• 🏡 The goal is for the dog to stay on the bed until released, creating a calm and relaxed environment for the household.
• 📈 The training is built upon success, with the trainer emphasizing the importance of gradually increasing the difficulty and distance.
• 🎥 The video showcases the training process in a step-by-step manner, demonstrating the effectiveness of positive reinforcement.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video by Kayl McCann?

The main focus of the video is teaching dogs to lie down on their bed and be calm, especially during family activities like dinner or watching TV.

Why is it beneficial to teach a dog to lie down on a bed during family time?

It helps the dog relax and settle in their own space, preventing them from being underfoot or causing disruptions, which can be an alternative to crating the dog.

What are some prerequisites for this training exercise according to the video?

The dog should already know basic commands and be able to lie down on command with the help of food and hand signals.

How does Kayl McCann introduce the 'on your bed' command to the dog?

Kayl uses treats to lure the dog onto the bed and introduces the command 'on your bed' while the dog is being guided onto the bed.

What technique does Kayl use to encourage the dog to lie down after getting on the bed?

Kayl lowers the treat from the dog's nose to its toes until the dog is in the down position, reinforcing the 'down' command.

Why does Kayl reward the dog frequently during the initial training?

Frequent rewards prevent the dog from getting up out of the down position before being told to, helping to establish the correct behavior.

What are the two key tricks Kayl mentions to help the dog learn the exercise more effectively?

The two tricks are having several pieces of food ready in hand to avoid fumbling for treats, and rewarding the dog low to the bed to discourage getting up.

How does Kayl transition the exercise to work on the dog's independence?

Kayl practices the exercise with the dog at a distance from the bed, gradually increasing the time between treats and the distance from the bed.

What is the goal when practicing the 'on your bed' exercise with the dog off the bed?

The goal is to have the dog understand the command and lie down on the bed without needing to be physically guided onto it.

How does Kayl ensure the dog remains on the bed even when she walks away?

Kayl practices the exercise by rewarding the dog when it stays on the bed even after she walks away, gradually increasing the distance and duration.

What is the final aim of this training according to the video?

The final aim is to have the dog reliably lie down on its bed and stay there until released, even when the owner is not immediately present.