As dog owners we often encourage the wrong habits in our dogs. Bad habits remain as bad habits. It is hard for an adult dog to understand why he can’t jump up on people when he was allowed to as a puppy. A puppy must be taught rules and limits while young so he will understand what is expected when he is an adult.
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When a dog jumps up, on someone, it can create a safety issue. A large dog jumping up on an elderly person or young child is especially dangerous. If your dog was allowed to jump up as a puppy he probably sees it as a way to greet people, he has no intention of hurting them.
Your dog needs and wants controls and limits. Your dog is happy when she meets the expectations of her alpha dog leader. Being a responsible member of your family pack is important to her. It is important that you establish yourself as the alpha dog leader by exhibiting alpha dog qualities as you interact with your dog.
A successful method to stop your dog from jumping on you is to position your arms in front of your body, thus keeping him from completing the jump. Follow up the action with a stern vocal “NO,” then immediately turn your back on your dog, rebuffing him for his action. Do not make eye contact with your dog.You can reengage your dog after he has calmed down and praise him for being calm. Your dog wants your attention and love. By rejecting your dog in this manner you are giving him the opposite reaction that he desires. Within a dog pack the alpha leader communicates his displeasure by correcting inappropriate behavior.
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When someone has been gone for several hours a dog is excited to see them and will often jump up on them. This behavior can be stopped if you do not immediately greet your dog when you return home. Wait 10 to 15 minutes before you greet your dog. When your dog is not used to this you may find it necessary to have him go into another room for 10 minutes or more. Greet your dog enthusiastically, after this calming down period. Remember consistency is a major part of dog training.
The key is to reward your dog’s positive actions and ignore negative actions. When you have to chasten your dog for negative behavior make sure you take the opportunity to praise him for a positive action. Diligently seek for an opportunity to make your last contact with your dog a time of loving, enthusiastic praise.
It is easier to train a puppy than it is to retrain a full grown adult dog. The physical effort to stop or control an adult dog is much greater than a puppy although the training techniques are the same. Training your dog should be a fun and enjoyable experience for you and your dog . This will be the result if your are consistent with your dog training.
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