An Easy Effective Method To Teach The Sit Command

Have you ever gotten really annoyed at your dog when you met a friend for a walk, because he insisted on jumping all over them? Or what about preparing his dinner? Sure having him bumping the dish, licking your hands and generally making a nuisance of himself may only happen two or three times a day, and training your puppy will take more time than that. But teaching your puppy good manners is going to last his lifetime and make your time together much more enjoyable.

There are two ways to teach your puppy to sit. The easiest way to teach your young puppy to sit is to use motivational training. Take a treat and get your puppy's attention by holding it in front and just above his nose . Slowly move your hand back over his head. Because he wants to keep his eye on the treat he will have to drop his backside on the floor. As he assumes the position, say "Sit" and give him a part of the treat. This will take practice, but it is a fool proof method of getting an unforced sit. Or you could have the puppy stand beside you on your left side, hold a treat in front of him with your right hand, and gently press down on his hindquarters with your other hand. As you are doing this say "Sit".

If you used the unforced method you will soon be able to simply use the hand signal, making an upward motion with your hand. Then eventually saying his name than "Sit". Precede all commands with his name so he knows you are talking to him and no one else.