CHAPTER IV. 
“ CHARGE.” 
WHEN you see that he has become quite stanch 
and obedient, and has reached, we will say, the 
age of five or six months, you can then begin to 
teach him to “down charge.” This lesson, like 
every other, is a little difficult at first, but with 
patience all trouble is soon overcome. Gently 
force your dog into the desired position, with 
forepaws extended, and his head stretched out on 
or between them. Say, at the same time, “ Down 
charge,” or “Charge,” as you prefer, and repeat 
the command until he is reieved with “ Hie up,” 
or “ Hold up.” When he attempts to rise before 
being ordered to do so, tap him on the head, 
or press on his back, and repeat the command. 
You must go slowly at first, until he begins to 
associate the command with his peculiar posture. 
After a time, as your pupil progresses, you may, 
using good judgment, become more austere in 
your manner, and force him to obey promptly at 
the word. Practise him frequently in this way, 
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