Stop my doggie from jumping, please!
Let me guess, each day, when you come in from work, your little furry pal is so excited to see you she jumps all over you, almost knocking you down. You love her and love the affection but the paws and scratches are getting to be too much! And having guests over or a visitor at your door is downright embarrassing with loud barking and the jumping. It has to stop but you don’t know how
Here are a few simple tips to help you calm little one down and teach her to not jump.
Doggies want our attention more than anything. (Except for bones or something to chew) For starters, dogs don’t understand our language. We think they do because when we speak they perk up their cute little ears. Not so. All they understand is “dog” So when you tell them to get down or quit jumping, it doesn’t matter to her, she’s got your attention even though you are giving her negative comments. You might even be scolding her. To her, it’s all attention!
And when you grab her by the collar to stop jumping or push her down or away, it still sends the dog in a happy delirium. It doesn’t matter. She is getting your attention! To her, she is getting you to tough and talk to her. She figures if she jumps to do that then it’s a win-win! The dog is in control and once this happens it is game on and she will continue to jump on you – or someone else – every chance she gets. That is until she learns from you.
Again, Dogs only understand "dog" and getting your attention is the highlight of her day. So, when you push her away or push her down she is still getting the attention she wants most. Giving commands such as “Stop” or “Get down” only make it that much worse with her behavior. This is a simple but very effective way to get her to stop jumping on you and yo0uyr friends.
1. TURN AWAY TECHNIQUE- This is a technique that will be hard on you and your dog at first. But you must be strong and be diligent in your efforts. Practice this at home and be patient with your dog. She will get it soon enough. Walk through the door and once she starts to jump up on you turn away from her. Put your back to her. Stand still. Even if she is jumping on your back don’t move. If she gets bored and moves to your front, turn away again from her. No touch, talk or eye contact of any kind. That’s the tough part! It will get easier. Keep repeating this process. Now, the dog will eventually grow tired of this game and try other things such as grab your pants or nibble your hand. Ignore them. You are teaching her she will not be rewarded with your attention by jumping.
2. Eventually your dog will start to realize things aren’t happening her way and will walk away, calm down or even sit and wait to see what you will do. Once she is calm, really begin to praise her now. Give her the affection she wants but come to her level so she doesn’t jump. If she starts to jump again, go right back to turning your back and end the eye contact and the praise until she calms back down.
3. Repeat this process until she learns that jumping will get no response from you. She will learn quickly that calm behavior will garner the attention she so wants from you.
4. Practice with a friend by telling your friend what to do when they come in the door. When your dog starts to jump have your friend turn her back to the dog. End all eye contact just like you did. Now, here is where it really gets hard. You are going to want to grab your dog, give her a command. Stop yourself and train yourself not to do this too. If you do, the dog will go back to thinking she has your attention, even though negative, attention it is. Stand silent with your friend. Let your dog calm down or lie down. Then let the attention fly! Praise her once again and get on her level to encourage her not to jump.
5. Always reward your dog for good behavior. Give treats and lots of praise! And give her lots of loving and petting.
Your days will be more enjoyable when you come home to a well behaved and mannerly dog that is ready to see your smiling face and hear your voice. Give her time and your undivided attention…And a few juicy treats too!
Written by Jeffrey A. Mangus CEO
WRITING PRO USA
Professional Pet Industry B2B Copywriter
Copyright 2018
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