One of the responsibilities of the responsible dog owner is to train your dog to behave properly in the company of others. Including the outside of your "package".
As with any negative behavior of your dog, it helps to understand why you are showing this unwanted behavior. The three main reasons for jumping are very different. So you can find out which one is best for your dog.
1. How to Establish an Alpha Position: Challenging dogs leap over people in armchairs and beds to maintain their dominance.
2. Pure and innocent enthusiasm: Friendly dogs greet each other by sniffing at the facial glands. Since humans are bipedal, they present a great challenge to the dog, who wants to greet the people who visit his hiding place. You have to jump.
3. The leap has been positively compounded in the past: the owners are flattered by the attention they receive, often by their dog's bounce with a break, loving discussions, a walk or a present. Guess what message this will send to your dog.
If your dog matches the profile of the last two, the techniques described in this article will most certainly bring the help you need. However, if you feel that your dog is trying to take a dominant position, you must use Alpha Dog Training before you tackle the bounce. This training topic goes beyond the scope of this article and has indeed been covered in another article I have written. Ok, let's start. During this training, you must take into account that dogs become very confused when they are allowed to adopt a certain behavior. but then they will be punished for the same behavior at another time. The point: To teach your dog not to jump on others, you must first train him so he does not jump on you. So think about the last time your dog looked forward to seeing you. Is he jumping on you? If so, how was your reaction? Have you happily received your sign of affection and have you said "down" in a pleasant tone? If he reacted in a similar way, he gave her the "permission" to do it again. Next point: Think more about this workout than ending the annoying habit. Jumping for your dog can be dangerous. Of course, the size of the danger is directly proportional to the size of your dog. However, this can lead to injuries. And even if nobody is physically injured, many people could dare to jump for an attack. What could become a case. Less results can be dirty or damaged clothing. tense friendships; Or fewer visits from people you value as a business. And if you're dealing with an older animal, this behavior can lead to injuries to your dog's hips or joints. So start training your dog so that he does not jump on you. In my research, I have found many techniques that have been developed to get a dog out of this habit. I have selected the four that I think you can effectively use this method to prevent your dog from jumping to others like you. The snub method
This technique does not stop impressing your dog by telling him that you are alpha in this cave. This method requires that you completely ignore your dog if he comes home for at least 15 minutes. Do not greet, do not pet. Nothing. If you try to embrace yourself lovingly, you just have to turn your back and go. If the discomfort persists, use a water gun on the face or "a stirrer can" to slow your cravings. Eventually you will find that your arrival home is not a reason to celebrate. At this time, follow the same technique with the visitors. Limit your dog for the first 15 minutes before allowing him to mix with the company.
The "out of balance" method
Dogs like to be firm and secure in the foot. Their imbalance makes them look for physical stability. Use this to your advantage. If your dog jumps, take a step forward so your dog can walk back and put the four down on the floor. When you are down, give the order to sit down and greet with calm but loving praise. For smaller dogs, just stretch the leg carefully toward the dog instead of stepping forward to get the same effect without stepping on it. Over time, your dog learns what behavior produces the desired results for him: positive attention from you. Later, when visitors arrive, they are prompted to follow their command to sit down instead of turning to their company.
The "open hand" method
When your dog tries to jump, open your hand with your palm down and with the contact of the nose with your palm facing down to the floor. Immediately give the command "down". If you have all four legs on the ground, give them orders to sit down. Finished with a greeting and a few compliments. Repeat this process every time, and you will soon find that you need to sit in the sitting position instead of jumping to avoid feeling uncomfortable in the nose.
The basic method of Sit Sit
If you have taken your obedience training seriously, you can avoid any "jump" by simply giving the "sit down" command when your dog approaches you, the postman, grandmother, or even stranger. If this method does not work, return to your basic obedience training until you do so. Consistently and reliably following the "sit down" command solves many other negative behaviors that may occur in the future.
There are four methods you can try. I have to admit that I would never use the "snub" method. I like taking care of my dog as soon as I get home. If I ever need such training for my dog, I probably prefer the "seat command" method as it does not impose any restrictions on physical contact with your dog. But it's just me. Good luck, no matter which method you use.
Visit my blog, where you'll find this lesson on stop your dog aggression. You'll see some examples of things you can do today, right now, to teach this potentially life-saving skill to your dog.
References:
https://getfreedogtraining.com/how-to-train-your-dog-to-greet-visitors/
https://www.freedogtrainingclasses.com/how-to-stop-your-dog-barking-lunging-at-visitors-dogs-aggression/
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