I was requested to make this video after creating a video showing how I trim my dogs' nails. This video goes over how to I teach what I call the Upside down Settle, that can be used for many situations. The key concept behind this position is that the dog can get up whenever he wants, and if he does, it simply means you have to go back a step and work where the dog is comfortable. Some people might think that dogs do not like being on their back, but you can condition them to relax and feel comfortable in this position, making it less stressful for them in those situations where they have to be upside down- for example at the vet to get a urine sample done, or if they might have ran through a cactus, or have a wound to be treated on their underside. Teaching your dog to do the Upside Down settle also is helpful for grooming- nail trimming, brushing, and checking your dog after walks for burs or sores. Another great benefit is that you teach your dog to trust you. So if you have a dog that is very shy to be on his back, I suggest take the time, and take it slow to build your dogs confidence in you so that in those emergency situations your dog can feel more relaxed.

Related Videos:

Handling Shyness- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AElTVoIPlOw
Capturing Calmness- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wesm2OpE_2c
Adding a release cue- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKHTYneseaw