Training Your Dog to Sit & Stay
Posted by Joel Silverman at Oct 19th, 2008 in Dogs
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The “Sit” and “Stay” commands are the primary components that you will need to master in training your dog. Bring fun into the experience by introducing him into this behavior with a gentle but firm approach, and you will have paved the way for future training that will be greatly rewarding for you both.
If your best pal is one that easily becomes hysterical with delight and is difficult to control, you will want to teach him to sit using the Gentle Manipulation method. Simply elevate your dogthis defines your dog’s place and also prevents stress on your back. Make sure that you have a leash attached to your dog’s collar.
Keep in mind that praise and petting your dog are the keys to making this work. Place one hand gently on his back near the base of his tail and say “Sit”. As soon as this is accomplished, use the word “Stay”. Let him know that you appreciate his cooperation. Continue this method until he begins to sit without manipulation from your hand. Eventually, he will begin to sit just before you touch him as you say the word “Sit”. He now knows his cue.
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