Once your dog knows the moves in your living room, they aren't "trained" yet—they've just memorized a pattern in one spot.
The moment their butt hits the floor, say "Yes!" and give the treat. Dog Training 101: Step-by-Step Instructions for...
If you say "Sit" five times, your dog learns that the command is actually "Sit-sit-sit-sit-sit." Say it once; if they don't do it, reset their attention and try again. Once your dog knows the moves in your
Open your palm toward them (like a stop sign) and say "Stay." Open your palm toward them (like a stop sign) and say "Stay
Use the same hand signals and vocal cues every time. Dogs are better at reading body language than English. Phase 2: Step-by-Step Core Commands 1. Sit (The Foundation) Step 1: Hold a treat near your dog’s nose.
Never call your dog to you for something they dislike (like a bath or nail trim), or they will learn that "Come" leads to a bad experience. Phase 3: Proofing and Troubleshooting