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How To Train A Dog To Sit

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The first step in dog training is teaching your dog to sit. To begin this process, it is important to start when the dog is just a puppy, or as soon as it gets settled into its new home. Why do I need to train a puppy to sit? you might ask. After all, doesn't a dog already know how to sit? If you keep reading, you'll learn why this early training is important, as well as exactly how to train a dog to sit.

1. This first step is deceptively easy. All you have to do is say the word "sit" when you see your puppy sitting down on it's own initiative. This way, the puppy understands that the word you are trying to make him learn, relate to his current actions. You can use this basic tip in all other forms of training.

2. Now comes the training part. Take his favorite treat and hold it in your hand. Make sure that it is small enough that the puppy can swallow it fast.

3. Being on the same level as the dog is less threatening to him, so get down on the floor with him, so that you are at his level. Make sure that you sit close to him -- that way you will be able to provide your dog with his reward more quickly.

4. Get your dog to sit on his own by moving the treat over the puppy's head in a very slow movement. He will get him to follow its movement with he's nose because of the smell it emits. By doing so, he'll have two choices: He could back up, or he could just sit down. Considering that sitting down is the easiest thing to do, he will do just that.

5. The instant the dog sits, say "sit" and offer the treat. The timing of the reward is the most important part of training. It must be given exactly when the dog does the behavior you want.

6. Now shower your dog with praise so he knows he did a good thing.

7. Repeat these steps not more than 5 times in a row, but you can repeat the steps multiple times each day.

8. Next, try the same things while standing. See if your dog reacts to the word "sit" even if you don't use your hand or offer a treat. If he sits, praise him for sitting, but if he doesn't, don't worry about it. During training it's important not to show any disappoint to the dog.

Next, you should strengthen the word so that the dog sits regardless of any distractions. This is a never ending process and you should not cease training. Every new situation should be used to train him. Use new people, new dogs, and new surroundings as training opportunities.

See how easy learning how to train a dog to sit is? When you go through these traiing steps you are doing much more than just teaching your dog how to sit. All dogs, wheter adults or Puppies love to interact with their master so training is a great bonding experience. Plus he will get used to hearing his name and being obedient to your commands. This will enforce your title of leader and make the puppy feel secure which is what he really wants in the first place.



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