Roll over

Start with your dog lying down. Hold a treat in your hand and place it in front of the dog’s nose. Slowly move the treat to the dog’s shoulder. As your dog follows the treat he will lie on his side. Keep moving the treat in the same direction towards the floor on the other side of your dog so he is now with all paws in the air. He will then flip over and when he does say “roll over!” and give him a treat once he gets up.

After about 15 repetitions, ask for a down, then ask for the “roll over” in a nice upbeat voice and wait. If he does, tell him he is a great dog and jackpot. If he doesn’t, lure him without a treat in your hand and then treat him.

Remember this is just a trick, if your dog doesn’t seem comfortable doing it just stop and try something else, training should be fun for you both.