3. Get Your Treats and Leash Ready
It’s best to start with a leash to give you better control in case your dog doesn’t want to obey. Set up the dog bed in your living room. With treats in hand, take your dog to the bed and say, “go to bed” or whatever phrase you want to use then make him lie down. Don’t be stingy with the treats. If he obeys, reward him right away. Of course, if he’s tugging on the leash or refusing to lie down, you’ll need to start again.
