Open your palm toward them (like a stop sign) and say "Stay."
Use high-value rewards (tiny pieces of chicken, cheese, or their favorite toy) to mark the exact moment they do something right. Dog Training 101: Step-by-Step Instructions for...
Once they do it reliably with the lure, add the verbal cue "Sit." 2. Stay (The Life-Saver) Step 1: Ask your dog to "Sit." Open your palm toward them (like a stop sign) and say "Stay
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. Use the same hand signals and vocal cues every time
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.
Before teaching commands, you need to set the stage for success.
Move your hand up and back over their head. As their nose follows the treat, their bottom will naturally lower.