Have your dog sit or lie in front of you on the bed. Hold small treats.

1. Step back one pace. Give “stay.” Wait 1–2 sec, say “free,” toss a treat. Return, ask sit/lie. Repeat 6×.

2. Increase hold from 1 to 2 min by +10 sec each rep.

3. Add distance: when one step is solid, move back two steps; keep cue, brief hold, “free,” reward. If dog breaks, shorten distance/time and reset.

4. Add distraction: make a small movement (shift weight or soft clap). If dog holds, say “free” and reward; if not, step back.