COME! HERE!
NOW!
This really works if you follow the instructions and are consistent every day. Plan ahead for each day, and accept the fact that your dog is learning for 6 weeks BEFORE you can “test” him to see how effectively you trained him.
For weeks 3-6, you will need a long leash (30 foot tracking leashes are available at pet stores) or clothesline. Measure and mark off each foot with a magic marker or masking tape on the leash or line.
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OFF & TAKE IT
(or, DON'T TOUCH!)
The way you train “Off” is a perfect example of the positive reinforcement mantra: Any behavior will increase with reinforcement, and any behavior will decrease without reinforcement. “Off” is a lot of fun to teach your pup, and it’s very helpful in many situations.
Some people use the phrase “Leave it” instead of “Off”, but it means the same thing. Use “Leave it” if you prefer.
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BARKING
Are you training your dog to bark by giving him attention whenever he barks? Yelling at him counts as giving attention, as does simply turning to look at him. And informed dog owners know that when a behavior is reinforced, it increases in frequency. Yep.
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JUMPING UP
Whenever he jumps on you, you are turning to your pup, or talking to him, or yelling at him, or worst of all you’re actually petting him whenever he jumps on you. This is most likely true if he’s under 5 months of age because he’s so cute you can’t help it.
If your dog is jumping up, and you don’t think you’re giving him attention for jumping up, believe me: Denial ain’t just a river.
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