How to Teach a Border Collie to Roll Over

Border collies are considered one of the best of the herding dog breeds and especially suited for herding sheep. They are known for their intelligence, strong work ethic and athleticism. Border collies are happiest when they have a job to do. Training these dogs and teaching them tricks can keep them occupied and happy. They are quick learners and highly trainable. Teaching them to roll over isn't a difficult task.

Things You'll Need

  • Soft surface
  • Treats
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Instructions

    • 1

      Find a soft surface, such as grass or carpet. It is easiest for your dog to roll over on a soft surface.

    • 2

      Make your dog lie down on its side, and if it knows how, have it play dead.

    • 3

      Kneel beside your dog. Position one hand on its lower front leg and the other on its lower hind leg.

    • 4

      Roll your dog over from the side it is lying on to the other side while commanding it to roll over.

    • 5

      Reward the dog with a treat and enthusiastic praise after it rolls over.

    • 6

      Place the dog in the dead dog position. Hold a treat in front of your dog's nose and make a sweeping motion in the direction it should roll and command it to roll over.

    • 7

      Repeat this process until your dog will readily roll over on its own.