Chapter 4
🐾 From standing still to moving
Your dog can now perform the Stand from a stationary position.
The final goal, however, is to perform it while walking, so we now begin adding a small amount of movement.
To keep the picture familiar for the dog, we start with sideways movement.
➡️ Start slowly
Walk sideways with your dog for a few steps.
At first, the hand can stay close to the dog’s nose and the dog may still nibble on the food a little.
Then follow the familiar sequence:
➡️ Say “S”
➡️ Move the hand straight up
➡️ The dog makes the small hop
➡️ Say “T” and guide the hand down
➡️ Close the hand briefly
➡️ The dog remains standing and looks at the hand
➡️ Reward
🐢 Keep the movement slow
Do not increase the pace too quickly.
For now, a slow sideways movement is completely enough.
The dog does not need to perform the exercise from a fast walk or running pace yet.
The goal is simply to introduce the idea:
“I can perform the same Stand even when we are moving.”
🎯 Watch how your dog handles it
Some dogs transfer the exercise into movement very easily.
Others may need several sessions before the new picture feels familiar.
💡 Keep the pace slow, use the aids your dog already knows and only move on once the Stand remains clear and secure during the sideways movement.