How To Teach Your Dog To Play Dead

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If your dog has mastered the “sit!” and “down!” commands, use those as the foundation for playing dead

You Will Need

  • Dog
  • Dog treats
How To Teach Your Dog To Play Dead: Start with "sit" and "down"

Step 1: Start with "sit" and "down"

In the backyard or dog park, give the commands for “sit!” and then “down!” Reward the proper responses with words of praise.

Always use positive reinforcement and words of praise during any training exercise.

How To Teach Your Dog To Play Dead: Roll them over

Step 2: Roll them over

As your dog maintains the “down” position, gently roll them onto their left side and give the verbal command “play dead!” Give them an affectionate scratch on the tummy and words of praise.

How To Teach Your Dog To Play Dead: Repeat until "dead"

Step 3: Repeat until "dead"

Repeat until your dog can assume the “play dead!” position without your help. Reward them with a treat and more words of praise.

In the 1980 comedy “Used Cars,” a dog named Peanuts plays dead to help sell cars.

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