Once your dog has accepted the Sit, Stay and Come commands, he is very likely ready to move on to Intermediate Training. At this stage, teaching him to Lie Down on command is probably your best option simply because he is already familiar with the Sit behavior.
Choose your treat, command your dog to Sit and move the treat towards the ground. Each time, move the treat a bit closer to the ground prior to allow him to take it. Continue this process without allowing him to move from the Sit position. If he gets up, be patient -- this may take a bit of time. After he has mastered the first move, try moving the treat a little farther away but still keeping it on the ground. Now, in order for him to retrieve this goody, he must Lie Down. Now is the time to use the command, "Lie Down". Be consistent with this technique and eventually fade out the treat.
Leash pulling, lunging at other pets or people are examples of ugly behavior. You don't want this for your little guy. Teach him to stay next to you by walking him in a small area in one direction, keeping the leash slack. Change directions occasionally and eventually he will understand where you are going and that being by your side is a good thing. But, you know by now, that dogs love to sniff and explore. So, give him a little grace from time to time to enjoy his world.
Training your dog to Sit Up can be utilized only after he has learned the Sit command. Simply hold his favorite treat or food over his head, just so he can reach it from a Sitting position. Condition him to take the treat higher and higher so he must reach for it but still remain in the Sitting position.
Begin to raise the treat even higher at this point. Unless he raises his front paws from the ground, he won't be able to reach the treat. And when he does this, now is the time to use the verbal cue, "Sit Up." Once he understands the behavior you are looking for, you can fade out the treat and use only your hand, giving him his cue of "Sit Up."
Teaching you little pal Intermediate Behaviors is going to be a very rewarding experience, both for you and your dog. Remember, patience is the key and loving and accepting your pet will cause him to want to please you. Enjoy the time you have together.
Choose your treat, command your dog to Sit and move the treat towards the ground. Each time, move the treat a bit closer to the ground prior to allow him to take it. Continue this process without allowing him to move from the Sit position. If he gets up, be patient -- this may take a bit of time. After he has mastered the first move, try moving the treat a little farther away but still keeping it on the ground. Now, in order for him to retrieve this goody, he must Lie Down. Now is the time to use the command, "Lie Down". Be consistent with this technique and eventually fade out the treat.
Leash pulling, lunging at other pets or people are examples of ugly behavior. You don't want this for your little guy. Teach him to stay next to you by walking him in a small area in one direction, keeping the leash slack. Change directions occasionally and eventually he will understand where you are going and that being by your side is a good thing. But, you know by now, that dogs love to sniff and explore. So, give him a little grace from time to time to enjoy his world.
Training your dog to Sit Up can be utilized only after he has learned the Sit command. Simply hold his favorite treat or food over his head, just so he can reach it from a Sitting position. Condition him to take the treat higher and higher so he must reach for it but still remain in the Sitting position.
Begin to raise the treat even higher at this point. Unless he raises his front paws from the ground, he won't be able to reach the treat. And when he does this, now is the time to use the verbal cue, "Sit Up." Once he understands the behavior you are looking for, you can fade out the treat and use only your hand, giving him his cue of "Sit Up."
Teaching you little pal Intermediate Behaviors is going to be a very rewarding experience, both for you and your dog. Remember, patience is the key and loving and accepting your pet will cause him to want to please you. Enjoy the time you have together.
About the Author:
Joel Silverman has trained killer whales at Sea World and hosted the television series "Good Dog U" on Animal Planet. For free dog training online and detailed dog training tips and techniques, visit the CompanionsForLife website.
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