Crawl

WHAT IT IS:
Your dog crawls forward, sliding her belly on the floor.

1. Your dog will be more willing to crawl on a comfortable surface such as grass or carpet. Put your dog in a down , facing you. Kneel on the ground and show your dog a treat hidden under your hand about 18" in front of her.
2. In a drawn-out voice tell her "crawl" as you slowly slide the treat away from her. She will hopefully take a crawl step or two with her front paws in an effort to follow the treat. Allow her to get the treat, while remaining down.
3. Once your dog is able to crawl following the treat, try standing several feet in front of her with the treat exposed under your foot. You may have to alternate saying "crawl" and "down" while she makes her way toward your foot. Your lifted tow will later become your dog's signal to crawl, keeping her attention low to the ground.