Different commands for Play dead

[kat505hi]

I haven't taught play dead to my cat (my dog knows it, but that's not very impressive), but I want to pick a really fun command for her to respond to.

When I teach this for dogs, I offer a few suggestions such as "dead" or "bang" and use a gun shaped finger. Some people don't like the dead aspect of this trick and prefer "go to sleep". I'm looking for some creative ways to name this trick.

Example: Would you rather be a (least favorite sports team, political party, person, etc) or be dead?

Any other suggestions that do or don't have to do with "dead"?

Also, what command do you use?

[Cougar]

Uhm you post a good one here...I guess we are all used to the "play dead" idea. How about "lie down" or "play still" or maybe "belly up"
I will try to think of some more for ya

[kat505hi]

"belly up" is cute. I like that.