I said other as well. I think in some situations, they work. Especially with dogs that you trust. Bunny acts up a lot.. like when my mom comes over.. she'll continually jump at her.. never stopping. So one day I got sick of it and pulled her down onto her side/back. Made her lay there for a couple minutes until she was calmed down. I certainly wouldnt do it with a dog that I know would physically challenge me. Bunny is a very submissive dog and usually follows my directions.. but certain situations call for this technique...

We've also used it when one of the dogs attacks another.. rolling the attacker on their back and sitting the attackee next to them.. Once again.. only with my dogs, who I trust and know.

So I vote "Yes, in certain situations."