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Do you take your dog out in public? Whether you have a service dog, assistance dog, or just a beloved pet, keeping them safe in tight or crowded spaces is so important. In this video, I’ll show you how to teach your dog the "close" position—a super practical skill that can help protect them in busy environments like buses, elevators, and more.

I’ll walk you through the training process step-by-step, from using and fading a lure, to introducing verbal cues. Plus, I’ll explain why this position is more than just a neat trick—it’s a game-changer for public access work!

Don’t miss this chance to take your dog’s training to the next level and ensure their safety. 🐾 Let’s dive in and add this essential skill to your dog’s repertoire!

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Service Dog Training: Spin Into Middle ("Close") for Public Access and Transportation

My FREE and Low-Cost Training Resources 👇: 🦮 Service Dog 101 Course: https://courses.doggyu.com/p/service-dog-101 🐕‍🦺 Behavior Interruptions & Alerts Course: https://courses.doggyu.com/p/bia 👉🏽 Sign Up For my FREE Dog Training Foundations Mini-Course: https://www.doggyu.com/ 🎉 JOIN the DOGGY•U Community! (150+ Exclusive Training Videos!) https://patreon.com/doggyu Do you take your dog out in public? Whether you have a service dog, assistance dog, or a pet, keeping them safe in tight or crowded spaces is essential. In this video, certified guide dog trainer Laura from DOGGY•U demonstrates how to teach your dog the "close" position—a versatile and practical skill that helps protect your pup in busy environments like buses, elevators, and more. Laura shares step-by-step training tips, from using and fading a lure, to introducing verbal cues, and explains why this position is more than just a cool trick—it’s a game-changer for public access work! Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your dog’s training and ensure their safety. 🐾 Watch now to learn how to make this skill part of your dog’s repertoire! #dogtraining #servicedog #servicedogs #servicedogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #assistancedogtraining #publicaccess #disability #sdit #labradorretriever #labradorpuppy #servicedogintraining What My Dogs Eat 👇: 🥩 Oma's Pride Raw + Turkey Hearts, Lamb Lung, Chicken Chunks: https://shop.omaspride.com/doggyu30 Use Code: DOGGYU to get 30% off your first order! #omasaffiliate Training Treats: 👉🏽 Happy Howies Meat Log: https://amzn.to/3qFmMAa 👉🏽 Beef Liver: https://amzn.to/3B7VVS0 👉🏽 Rawwble: https://amzn.to/3BHlMlc 👉🏽 Vital Essentials: https://amzn.to/3S2F0aq Favorite Training Equipment: 👉🏽 Blue-9 Balance Harness: https://amzn.to/47CjLFa 👉🏽 Ruffwear Harness: https://amzn.to/3XGoNfz 👉🏽 Bold Lead Design Leather Leash: https://amzn.to/3AdhXm6 👉🏽 Blue-9 Multi-Function Leash: https://amzn.to/3Lj1iEo 👉🏽 Ollydog Large Adventure Pouch: https://amzn.to/3BPKG2d 👉🏽 Ollydog small treat pouch: https://amzn.to/3RZqr7k 👉🏽 Ruffwear Fanny Pouch: https://amzn.to/3diMCa4 👉🏽 Ruffwear Treat Pouch: https://amzn.to/3RMObfj My Favorite Dog Training Books: 👉🏽 https://www.amazon.com/shop/doggyu/list/33IBHUH6XV0BJ?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfdoggyu Camera Gear: 👉🏽 Gimble Camera (Osmo Pocket 3): https://amzn.to/3zw1Tzg 👉🏽 Mini Body Camera (Insta 360 Go3s): https://amzn.to/47BTJSH 👉🏽 Talking Head Shots (Sony a7c): https://amzn.to/3zupC2W New videos every week! **As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Click on the above link supports the creation of these videos at no cost to you. I receive a small payment even if you don't purchase the products shown here. Connect with us on Social Media! Website: http://www.doggyu.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doggyutraining/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/doggy.u TikTok @doggy.u Blog: www.doggyu.com/blog/

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Claudia

This could be very helpful for my SD. I tried to work on it but luring doesn’t work very well with him. I wonder if it’s because we have worked on IYC so much. When I try to put a treat in front of his face to lure he looks away. He’s good at “touch” because that’s how he alerts me (hearing alerts). He is also good at “under” to move under a table or chair. Do you have any other ideas on how to work on “close”? Shaping? Using “touch”? If this is too much to ask at this level of patreon, let me know and I will change my membership. Thanks!

DOGGY•U

Hey Claudia! I would probably work on my luring skills, as it's useful to have. Starting with a full piece of string cheese in your hand and giving the cue that means he can eat is a good place to start, letting him nibble off the end and then feeding up more through your hand.

Melanie Wonneberger

If a handler wants to train their dog to respond from either side, what verbal cue would you suggest for the second side? I primarily use hand signals since they’re great for maintaining quiet in places like doctors’ offices or other public settings. However, I realized when watching your video, I’ve completely blanked on coming up with a verbal cue for the other side—any suggestions? I also use close for one side only.

DOGGY•U

Oh boy, I'm not sure ... I would probably come up with something silly that makes sense to me, like "drift" because I drink Spindrift and so I'll remember it means to spin into middle.