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Behavior
First introduced in Kindergarten
Place
Go to a designated spot (mat/bed) and settle there.
- Teaching
- Reinforcing
- Proofing
- Maintenance
Maple's stage at Elementary
Proofing Expected: Reinforcing
Status: In progress
Success indicator
Dog goes to Place from across the room and settles.
How we teach it
- Quiet Environment Setup: Begin in a calm space with minimal distractions to aid focused learning.
- Introduction of the Mat or Bed: Place a designated mat or bed on the floor, ensuring it's comfortable and appealing.
- Luring Onto the Mat: Use a treat to guide your dog onto the mat. All four paws on the mat should be the goal.
- Marking and Rewarding: Repeat the process, consistently marking and rewarding when your dog gets onto the mat.
- Introduction of Cue Word: Once your dog reliably gets on the mat, start associating the cue word "place."
- Cue Word Integration: Say the cue word before luring your dog onto the mat. Consistency is key.
Practice at home
- Make the place command fun. If your dog is having fun, they are more likely to be motivated to learn.
- Take Photos or Videos: Capturing your progress back at home or outside will help us provide additional feedback.
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Go deeper
The place command is a valuable tool for dog owners. It can be used to manage dogs and limit opportunistic behaviors, such as jumping, begging, or chewing.
Read the Place guideMaple's record
- Status
- In progress
- Recorded stage
- Proofing
- Progress
- 80%
- Started
- Feb 10, 2026
- Program
- Day School
Trainer notes
Holding place through lunch cart deliveries
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