Training a dog to do tricks can be a superb way for dog owners to spend quality time with their dog, and at the same time building a quality relationship with him. Training a do to do tricks is extremely simple after you understand the fundamental concepts of dog training. In this post, I will talk about them in details in hope to assist other people who could be hunting for this information.

1. Dogs learn in the moment.

Humans contemplate and think about past experiences to do things better and more effectively. Unfortunately dogs do not learn this way; they learn all about it in the instant. This indicates that if you're going to reward or punish a dog for anything, it has got to be while he is doing it.

Let's take training a dog to roll over as an example. You can wish and hope that your dog thinks about rolling over for days, but your dog isn’t intending to do it unless there is something in it for him. The way to teach a dog to roll over is by giving him something that he likes straight after rolling over. So if you were to give your dog a treat each time he roll over, he will be able to quickly learn that rolling over is what earns him the treats!

2. Dogs are inspired by 3 things.

As much as your dog loves you, he can only do things for three different things, praise, food or toys. Praising your dog can be physically touching and petting your dog along with great vocal encouragement on your side. I don't believe that I need to tell you about treats, but most dogs are highly inspired by food and treats due to highly survival instincts. Some dogs also love toys very much! Some breeds are far more active than others so a tug toy or a squeaky toy can be very rewarding for some dogs.

Which one of those 3 motivators is the most powerful with your dog? Often dogs will value one of each of the 3 motivators more than the other two. There's little wrong with your dog valuing one over the others; it just implies this is what you ought to use to train your dog to do tricks.

3. Tricks are unlimited.

The one secret about tricks is that there are endless quantities of tricks you can train. There is always a harder and more thrilling trick to coach your dog. When you're just starting out training your dog to offer you a high 5 is a great learning experience and can be quite challenging! But when you have mastered these tricks, you can move on to much more complex tricks like jumping over hurdles, saying requests or even jumping rope. Training a dog new tricks can be an enjoyable time for trainers.

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Does your dog miss you too much when you’re away at work, shopping, visiting or whatever? It’s normal for them to miss you some, and it’s not uncommon for them to have some serious problems with being left alone. This can cause you both some distress.

This issue is known as separation anxiety and there are ways to effectively cope with it and make it easier for your dog to deal with those times when you must be away.

Signs of Separation Anxiety

If your dog is chewing, digging and scratching they are showing signs that they are trying to escape. While barking, pooping and peeing and excessive salivating are signs of fear and anxiety. These are the classic signs.

Causes of Separation Anxiety

Often this behavior started early and is often the result of improper training. Or it could be due to former mistreatment by another owner or even too much socializing and bonding. The good news is that you should be able to control it.

Treatment of Separation Anxiety

There are things that you can do to prevent separation anxiety. When you put your dog in his crate, don’t have a long, emotional good-bye. Simply, walk away. It is even a good idea to ignore your dog 5 minutes before you leave. If you draw attention to your departure, your dog will worry when the love and emotion is suddenly stopped.

Try and change your leaving routines somewhat. My dogs have caught on to the fact that when I put makeup on, it means I’m probably going somewhere so they hang around and keep an eye on me.

A few things that I’ve tried have been putting my makeup on earlier and hanging around them for a little while before I leave. Another going outside with my keys but not really going anywhere. Maybe take the garbage out or something. Because they always associate my keys with the car, they get excited because they think they’re going somewhere (which they usually are) and if they are left behind they get very upset. By getting them conditioned to my leaving with they keys and coming right back, they don’t become so anxious. You can even give them a small treat when you return so they associate your coming and going with good stuff.

Make sure they have lots to do when you’re gone. Leave his favorite toys and treats. The interactive dog treat dispensers are great for this as you can regulate how many he has and it keeps him busy trying to get at them. When your dog knows that he has access to treats, he won’t care so much that you’re gone. Also leave on the TV or radio when you’re gone. There are even special CDs you can get made especially for dogs, or you could record your own voice.

When you return home, don’t give your dog any emotion or attention when you let him out of his crate. This will reinforce that being outside of the crate is better than being inside the crate. Let him outside to eliminate immediately.

Like all forms of dog training, you have to have time and patience. In time the Separation Anxiety should lessen. If it doesn’t or if he becomes aggressive you should consult your vet who may prescribe a light mellowing out pill. I prefer a small dose of Melatonin which is a natural calming/sleeping aid for humans (check with your yet or pharmacist on the amount that should be given).

Just remember that your dog wants your love and attention, so pay attention to his behavior and use the above training methods to help overcome his problems.

Alex is an avid pet lover who has had many pets throughout her life. She has taken her experience with pets and her love of writing and published Henri’s Online Dog Obedience School where you can sign-up for her pet tips and tricks e-newsletter or visit Henri the Hound, the place to go when you’re looking for awesome gifts for your furry friends.

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Perhaps you’d like to ignore the situation, but if your dog is fat, you are cheating it out of the chance to live the best possible life. Overweight dogs are at increased risk of developing painful conditions like arthritis and life-threatening ones like cardiovascular disease or diabetes. They need to go on a dog diet.

Your dog is at your mercy when if comes to meal and snack time, and the only discipline being exercised in doggie’s diet is yours. If you have a hard time turning away from those pleading eyes (and what dog owner doesn’t?) perhaps realizing that you are doing your pet much more harm than good with each unnecessary bite will help you. Statistics show that a recent pet population survey in the USA showed that 40 percent of the pets are overweight.

If your dog is overweight then it is eating more calories than necessary. Period! If your dog is overweight and is otherwise healthy then it is eating way too much. Certainly have your pet examined by your Vet to check for heart, thyroid or other metabolic disorders to rule out a possible medical cause. Be honest with your vet about how much or how little exercise your dog gets, and how often, as well as how much you feed, what and when you feed, and how often you treat.

DON’T MAKE EXCUSES

Are you giving your dog rewards for negative behaviors? Things like: He won’t go to bed until he gets his special treat, is something that you have taught him. You might think that it’s cute, but all you’ve done is teach him bad manners. Now he knows that if he makes a fuss, he’ll get a treat.

And the classic excuse for overweight dogs is the one that goes “Buster won’t eat dog food.” Oh really? Then what does Buster eat? You got it, table scraps and whatever it wants. Once again the dog has succeeded in training the owners to give it what IT wants. And it worked, but the dog is paying the price for it physically. Hard not to overeat when you’re getting the “select” goodies isn’t it? Remember this, it is NOT up to the DOG to choose what it eats in your house – it is up to YOU – the owner. And you choose the best high quality nutritious feed on the market or make it at home.

START A DIET PROGRAM

First take a good hard look at the food you are feeding. The FIRST ingredients present in the bag of food should be MEAT or meat products, NOT grains like corn.

Record your dog’s present weight and date and then start reducing his present intake of food by 1/3rd. This includes treats and snacks. Do not give in to any begging or whining. You are doing nothing to harm him and in time he will learn that begging won’t work. After two weeks, weigh in again.

If Buster has lost weight at the end of the two week dog diet, then stick to this schedule. If he hasn’t lost any weight, reduce his intake by another one third and also find out if someone else in the house is treating Buster.

If you’re wondering about low cal diets for dogs, you CAN get them, but many vets don’t like to recommend them as they have very restricted fat levels BUT because the fat is reduced the carbs are increased. Increased carb production produces extra insulin that tells the dog’s body to store the unused calories as fat.

WHAT IS THE SOLUTION?

There are far better ways for you to let your dog experience your love than with too much food. Your pet will almost certainly enjoy spending more time on walks or playing games with you than he or she will when eating alone. There are plenty or nutritious foods which have loads of doggie palate appeal out there, so you should never feel like Buster is missing something by not dining at the family table.

Alex is a freelance graphic artist with a love of writing and dogs. She has a long and personal background with dogs and has studied what works and what doesn’t when teaching them. If you liked this article, check out a couple of her others, like Why Are Some Dogs Afraid Of Thunder? or Is Your Dog At Risk . . . Effects Of Sun & Heat On Dogs.

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In my last article about how to prepare your dog for your new baby, we covered all the thing you should do before you bring your baby home from the hospital. In this article, we’ll cover the actual meeting of baby and pup and what you should do and be aware of.

First impressions are very important when you have your baby and puppy meet. Whatever goes on in this initial meet will set the tone for the upcoming years and months for everyone involved.

Here are some tips to make your first meeting successful.

* When the baby comes home, another person should hold the baby while you greet your dog. Your dog has missed you and it is important to pay attention to him or her when you first get home.

* It’s a good idea to bring your dog home a new toy that you can introduce him to and take some time to play with him. This will help the two of you to bond and hopefully tire him out a little.

* If you are unsure of you dog’s behavior, leash or restrain him or her during the introduction. Talk to your dog, pet and encourage him or her to get a good look and sniff the baby’s hands and feet. Do not force a reluctant dog by pushing the infant in front of the pet. Allow the pet to explore the new smells at their own pace.

* Never leave your baby unsupervised with your pet. An infant is incapable of pushing the animal away and your dog may inadvertently smother the child. The actions of a baby may scare your dog and cause it to bite in self-defense. If your dog reacts aggressively, put him or her in another room until it is calm and try the introduction again.

* After the initial meeting, sit on the couch with your baby and your dog at your side. Speak to both calmly and show your love to both. Reward your pup for his good behavior so he will associate the baby with a positive experience. Remember the importance on never forcing the baby and dog together and never leave them unattended.

* Your life has now changed for ever and you will have many things to learn and adjust to, but always remember that your pup needs your love too. Try to keep to as regular schedule as possible and you’ll find that in no time at all, baby and dog will be the best of friends and bring much joy to your life.

Alex is a freelance graphic artist with a love of writing and pets. She has a long and personal history with pets and has noted what works and what doesn’t when teaching our pets. If you liked this article, check out a few of her others, like Tips On Socializing Your Puppy or Preparing Your Dog For The Baby’s Arrival.

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You love your dog, and you hate to waste food. Now there’s a dilemma. What to do with those table scraps when there’s still some nice meat on that bone, or the macaroni-and-cheese leftovers aren’t enough to make another meal? Fido’s one of the family, and certainly would appreciate a taste of what was on the dinner table. So what’s the harm in letting doggie, and not the garbage disposal, dispose of the table scraps rather than eat ‘traditional’ dog food?

Table scraps should not be the main source of dietary intake for your dog but may be fed as small treats here and there. Harmful table scraps like chocolate and bones, however, can cause extensive harm and even death to your pet. Digestive problems do occur when dogs eat table scraps that are too rich or that simply do not agree with their stomachs. Be wary of what table scraps you allow your dog to have and never overdo it.

Never feed your dog human food because you have deemed him a “fussy” eater. It is you who made him this way and of course he’s going to gobble it up and love you for it. But in the end you will both pay for it with ill health. Remember who is the boss in this relationship and do what is right for your dog.

Table scraps, fed in small amounts, DO have their good points. There is an enormous difference between good quality leftovers and “scraps”. The quality leftovers are the pieces of steak (trimmed of fat), roast beef, chicken or turkey. Adding this to your dog’s bowl is fine, only when done IN MODERATION. In addition leftover both pasta and rice are good, so long as they are minus the butter or other fatty sauces and are plainly cooked.

Feeding your dog too many “bad” table scraps can cause may problems besides just becoming overweight. Some food, like grapes, can cause pancreatitis which is a serious gastrointestinal problem which can lead to death. It’s kind of hard to believe but in fact, their stomachs are more sensitive than ours.

Some say that dogs should not get any human food, but I don’t agree with that. Of course there are all sorts of commercial products that will provide your pet with all the nutrients they need, an occasional “good” table scrap is great as a special treat. Just be responsible about it.

You should forget, for example, about serving your dog the leftover macaroni and cheese, even though pasta is OK and the cheese is low-fat. Dogs do not have the needed lactose to break up the lactose the result can be diarrhea. Turkey, chicken, steak, or any other kind of cooked bones are no-nos, because they can splinter and pierce or obstruct the dog’s digestive tract.. Bones can also cut the roof of the mouth.

Leftover stew is OK, as long as you first discard the onions, and if your family loves sushi, Fido will have to pass Raw fish can create a thiamine deficiency in dogs. As a result the dog will suffer from seizures and possibly death.

Easily digestible foods such as cooked rice or chicken and turkey (boneless) will be fine to feed your dog. Even some fruits and vegetables are well received by dogs, though there are some types to avoid such as grapes. Feeding your dog grapes causes severe kidney damage. While some fruits are acceptable to feed your pet, avoid grapes at all times.

If your dogs are anything like mine, they have the whole table scrap begging down to a fine art. Be strong and don’t give into their wiley ways. Understand what is good and what constitutes an acceptable amount for your particular pet and stick to it. Never try to save money by feeding them your human diet. If you want to feed them non-commercial food, like a raw diet, learn how to prepare it properly.

Remember, in the end you are not doing them any favors by giving them food that is ultimately harming them. Be strong!

Alex is a freelance graphic artist with a passion for writing and pets. She has a long and personal background with pets and has studied what works and what doesn’t when teaching them. If you liked this article, check out a couple of her others, likeBenefits Of Crate Training Your Puppy or A New Baby Coming? Time To Get Your Dog Ready!.

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After welcoming a baby in to the world you are probably concerned about how your dog is going to react to him or her. Many people surrender their pets to shelters because of exhibited jealousy from their dog after a new baby’s arrival and fear of the infant being harmed by the animal. Yet many families have been successful in introducing their dogs to the new baby.

There is no room for error with dogs and babies so you must start to prepare your dog as early as possible. Like all training, it takes time and patience to see results, so prepare in advance.

Some jealousy is to be expected in the beginning because your dog is so used to being the center of attention, but follow some simple rules and everything will go great.

* Take your dog to your local Veterinarian for a complete checkup a few months before the baby arrives. Worms and parasites can be harmful to your baby so be sure to worm your dog before the baby arrives and at the normal intervals to keep on top of this problem. If your dog is not spayed or neutered, this is also the time to get it done.

* Try to get your dog used to babies by introducing to any of your friend’s or families babies. Always supervise these meets and this will go a long way to making your dog more comfortable around babies.

* Allow your dog to explore the baby’s sleeping, diaper changing areas, and related items such as baby powder, lotions, and diapers to become familiar with the new smells and objects. Apply baby lotion or powder to your hands, for example, and allow your dog to sniff the new smell. Dogs rely on their sense of smell, so familiarity with the new baby smells will help him or her recognize the baby as a part of the family. If possible, allow your dog to smell clothing that your baby has used before you bring the baby home.

* Get your dog used to baby related sounds as well, such as the infant swing, rocking chairs or rattles. Another good idea is to play recordings of baby noises, yes, they actually sell these, or make a recording of a friends baby. When you introduce your dog to these sounds, have him associate them with pleasurable things by giving them love and treats.

* Do not allow your dog to sleep on the baby’s furniture or play with the baby’s toys. Your dog should know that the furniture is not for him or her and should treat it as such. Provide toys for the dog that do not resemble baby toys. A dog may take the toy from the baby’s hand and unintentionally injure the infant.

* If you don’t want the dog in the baby’s room at all, install a barrier that will prevent them from getting in, but will also allow they to see and hear what’s going on. This will make him feel part of the process and feel more comfortable knowing and hearing the new baby sounds.

* Use a baby doll to help your pet get used to the real thing. Carry around a swaddled baby doll, take the doll in the stroller when you walk your dog, and use the doll to get your pet used to routine baby activities, such as bathing and diaper changing.

* Both you and your dog need to always know who is boss. Remember you are the alpha dog and never let your pup think otherwise. Always be vigilant around the baby and dog and always reprimand the dog when he shows any form of jealousy.

In my next article, I’ll cover all the things I recommend for the actual meeting of your new baby. Stay tuned or sign up for my pet tips and tricks e-newsletter found on my website

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Sure, we all love our dogs. The indoor poop and the pee spots are unfortunate incidents that happen to come with the package. Wouldn’t it be great though to not have to deal with cleaning up his mess anymore? With your patience and these tips on potty training dogs, it can be done.

House training dogs is not exactly the most enjoyable part of dog ownership; this is why you will find many adult dogs still untrained in the ways of proper toilet habits. It is always simpler to teach puppies but training older dogs on this is still a relatively manageable goal.

It will be helpful to know that it is easier to train older canines to do than to don’t. What this means is that if he is not taught how to go out to eliminate; you will find it almost impossible to undo this learned behavior. You will need to teach him a new habit. In this scenario, it is going outdoors to do his business.

Look for a spot outdoors specifically to use for his toilet needs. The dog will feel like eliminating ten to fifteen minutes after eating. Take him out to the designated area around that time. As you walk to his spot, keep repeating a phrase he will associate with this activity like, ‘go potty’. When he finally does, lavish him with praise so he will understand that what he just did was good. Keep doing this process for several weeks, using the same spot each time. You need to be consistent in house training dogs.

Once in a while you will still come across the dreaded mound of discharge inside your house. If he is in the middle of potty, stop him quickly and bring him outside to finish his business. Give him treats when he discharges outside successfully. If you do find the poop without the pet nearby it will be no use to yell at him anymore. He will not understand your reason for being upset and this will only serve to confuse him. To ensure this doesn’t happen again, be extra vigilant after meals.

In case it happens, clean the accident immediately as thoroughly as possible. Use a solution that combats odor to get rid of any residual smell it might leave behind or else the dog will revisit his spot and use it to eliminate again. Remember in potty training dogs, they do not like sharing their sleeping area and their toilet area; so keep their cage or crate as small as possible without it being too cramped for them.

Do not feed him or put water and food inside his cage at night so your sleep will not be disturbed. You can take him outside to discharge in the morning or even after he wakes up from a short cat, I mean, dog nap. When you have succeeded in teaching him how to go out for this particular activity, see to it that leaving the house is as convenient as possible for him. A swinging dog flap installed in your doors or a cage near an open back door will do the job.

Potty training dogs is every responsible pet owner’s priority. This will keep your dog disciplined and mentally stimulated- a good preparation for other obedience tasks. More than that, your home will welcome the change and thank you for it.

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Have you ever read about crate training dogs? It sounds like an inhumane act to dogs that don’t do as they’re told. Surprisingly, it’s actually the contrary. Crate training is a good method of training based on the dogs’ natural need for security.

It is said that wolves are the dogs’ ancestors of old. This may or may not be factual but it still stands true that dogs are animals that lived in the open spaces before we adopted them into our homes. In the wild where there are dangers and perils at every turn- these dogs found caves and dens as a shelter and nesting area. This is the foundation of training dogs to use their crates in stressful and overly busy environments

This method greatly helps in house training dogs by containing them in their own area – thus minimizing the possibility of them causing any damage to anyone or anything including themselves. Crate training not only give the dogs a haven from a busy household, it significantly decreases inconvenience and stress of their human counterparts. They can put the dogs in the crates during long travels or trips to the vets without much trouble.

Not all dogs can be crate trained. There are pets that have had experienced severe trauma in the past with confined boxes. They will be difficult to calm down, thus making this method of training virtually useless. Some of the larger dogs panic when the door closes in and they break the crate altogether. And many owners are just uneasy with having living animals stuck in such an enclosed space.

Crate training dogs depends largely on how the dog owner feels about the matter at hand. If a dog in a box is distressing to you then don’t push through with this. However, if you feel that you and your dog will be better off having some space and disciple that crate training can give you, then continue reading this article for helpful tips on the best way to go about doing this.

Find a spot that is close to where people would be hanging out often. Ensure that the crate is a comfortable size that can hold the interesting things for the dog to play with. When he is inside, do not close the box just yet. Talk to him and pet him through his crate. Feed him inside. When it seems alright, start closing the door of the crate for several minutes while you are still in the room. If the animal starts to whimper and complain loudly, let him quiet down first before you let him out. This is of course a little frightening for the little pet so do not hurry him this whole process.

For crate training to be successful, never use it as a form of punishment to the dog. This should be a place he seeks out to be safe and calm. If the dog is finally accustomed to being alone in the crate, you can try leaving the house in short intervals and see how he reacts to this. If there is no trouble, then you have a crate trained dog in your hands. Now you have freedom from constantly being anxious of your pet’s situation. More than that, your dog has found a haven of peace and security he can go to to escape from all of life’s stress and busyness.

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Bark! Bark!! BARK!!!

The dog barked the neighbor boy right off of his bicycle last week, and they complained. Other people have complained about his barking, and it’s getting hard to sleep through the night without getting woken at least once by his barking fits. GRRR! WOOF!!

Can’t anything be done?

Your dog barks too much. Luckily, it’s possible to solve this problem. All dogs will bark from time to time, but there are only a handful of reasons that a dog will bark excessively. To correct this, it’s important to be aware of what is causing the barking. There are 3 or 4 reasons that dogs bark too much.

BOREDOM

Your dog may bark because he isn’t getting enough mental or physical stimulation. Just like a little kid acting out, your dog may bark because he’s bored. Make sure that he’s getting the exercise and attention that he needs from you. Don’t give him attention when he barks for this reason, though. A direct reaction to this type of barking, even a negative reaction, will only encourage your dog to behave in the same way again.

BREED

Your dog may be bred to bark a lot. Many herding dogs and hounds have this trait because of the job that they were bred to do. If you have one of these breeds of dog, he may be barking because it’s in his genes. However, you can still train him to bark only when it’s appropriate.

SEPARATED FROM THE PACK

Dogs are pack animals. Your dog may bark too much when you leave him home alone because he’s separated from his pack and doesn’t know how else to find you again. This can be one of the most difficult excessive barking problems to address, but it can be done when you know what is causing the problem.

The main pitfall to avoid, is rewarding your dog’s barking when you come home. If your dog is barking while you’re gone, and you come home and immediately give him attention, he’ll think that it was his barking that caused you to return. To break this cycle, you have to ignore your dog if he’s barking when you first come home. Once he settles, you can initiate contact, praise him, pet him, and give him the attention that he wants.

STRANGERS

Your dog may bark when a stranger comes near the house. This could be anyone that your dog perceives to be a threat. It can be difficult to eliminate this behaviour if your dog is barking at the mailman or other delivery person because these people are guaranteed to reward the behavior. The mailman comes, the dog barks, the mailman leaves. It’s not an impossible cycle to break, but it takes extra work.

Certain breeds, boredom, separation from the pack, and strangers will sometimes make dogs bark too much. Although it can be annoying, there are times when it’s appropriate for your dog to bark. Barking is one of the ways that dogs express themselves. They just need to know when YOU think it’s appropriate, or not.

4 Barking Reasons:

* Boredom

* Certain breeds

* Separation

*Separation from pack (you)

Bark, Bark! Grrr!! GOOD BOY!!

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Granny gets invited to your house. When she comes in, your dog happily jumps up on her, causing her head to good crack against the wall. Hey, Grandma, be more careful!

Farfetched? Perhaps. A more likely scene:

Everyone’s dressed nicely, and is ready to go out for dinner at your favourite restaurant. There’s just enough time to take your dog for a quick walk so that she can do her “business”. She prances through a mud puddle accidentally on the way back to the house. Just as you’re thinking about wiping her paws off, she thinks it’s playtime and starts to jump all over you. Now your pants are FILTHY. Time to change!! Yahoo!!

A bit chancy for delicate grandma? Yup. Awkward and untimely for you? Probably. Maybe your dog jumps on people.

It’s a problem that’s easy to fix.

Here are some answers.

ATTENTION!

Your dog is so keen to see you and be with you when you get home, she jumps up on you. The main reason that dogs jump on people is simply that they’re excited to see you. If you want to break your dog of this habit (and you should) don’t give her any attention when she does this.

When he jumps on you, and you give him positive or negative attention, you reinforce the incorrect behaviour. Avoid giving any reaction at all, in order to quickly change his behaviour. I’ll give you a few simple steps that will work wonders.

TURN AWAY:

Turn your back on your dog when she jumps on you, or is about to. She believes that jumping on you is the best way to get your attention. Don’t make eye contact, and completely ignore her, and her behaviour until she settles down. Praise and pet her when she stops jumping on you.This will help her remember the behaviour that you want from her.

SUBSTITUTION TIME?

Or instead of turning away, you can give your dog something else to do when they jump up. For instance, commanding them to Sit is a good way to encourage a different behaviour. Be sure to lavish your dog with praise and attention when they complete a command successfully. Soon, your dog will make the association that lunging on you gets them nothing, while sitting gets them plenty of enjoyable attention.

Dogs jump on us because they love us, right? However, if she jumps on children or elderly people, someone could get hurt. In order to avoid this, it’s best to use some effective training methods and be firm and kind with your dog.

2 SECRETS:

* Dogs jump on you because they’re excited to see you

* By giving them give positive or negative attention, you reinforce their behaviour

2 SOLUTIONS:

* Turn away when he jumps

* Use substitution by giving a command: Sit, Go to your place

Remember, everyone loves a courteous dog.

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