Command: Placemat

The Placemat command tells a dog to remain on a specific item:

• Usually a rug, mat, or dog bed

• Usually dog must keep at least two paws on the Placemat

  • Restrictions vary by dog, size of the Placemat, and owner preference

  • Common alternative restrictions:

    • Keep all four feet on the Placemat

    • 80% of dog’s body on the Placemat

• Dog may sit, lie down, sniff, drink, eat, chew on toys, etc. as long as they remain on the Placemat

Command Signal:

• Verbal: “Place”

• Hand signal: Point at mat/bed/any clearly defined “placemat” area

Corrections:

• Correct toward the Placemat

Tips:

• Increase the amount of time in Placemat command gradually

(VIDEO FOR PLACEMAT IS NOT A HIGH PRIORITY)