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LESSON 3 · Tricks That Impress

Stuck on the Back

The most common sticking point is the midpoint: your dog lies on their back, then rolls back the way they came instead of finishing.

The fix is gentle guidance, not force. As they reach belly-up, rest your free hand flat on the floor beside them, on the side they keep returning to.

That soft wall nudges them to continue the rotation the right way. The instant they complete it, mark and jackpot with several treats so the full roll pays far better than the shortcut.