Learning to sit is usually one of the first commands most people try to teach their new addition to the family, but of course I always say they DON'T have to be a puppy to learn manners! .... And that's just what all these tricks and commands are. Trust me, you'll enjoy your pets so much more if they are well behaved.
The first important rule is Positive reinforcement is better than punishment. ...And another great tip is to start teaching any tricks before meal-time: A hungry doggy is easier to train at this time because they're already eager for a snack.
So grab some snacks and select a quiet place with no distractions and get ready for some fun!
1.Firstly - get your dog's attention with a small treat while they are standing in front of you.
2.Hold it above the nose and move the treat up and back over their snout - they will hopefully tilt their head backwards following the yummy treat.
3.Most will start to move into a sitting position naturally - so when they do say "SIT"
4.Give them the treat straight away and praise them too.
5.Repeat this step 10 times.
6.If they start jumping .... Don't punish, just ignore and start again.
7.I know it's hard, but to succeed with the SIT command - totally ignore the jumping because if you fuss over them they enjoy that attention.
8.Some dogs will need some help ... so a gentle hand pushing their bottom into position is OK ... then praise, praise, praise!
9.The next phase is to start introducing distractions with different people around and in different places and at different times.
10.Always reward straight away and heap your gorgeous pet with praise!!!!!
And ... most of all ... Have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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