{"id":3197,"date":"2021-01-19T08:46:20","date_gmt":"2021-01-19T13:46:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.us\/?p=3197"},"modified":"2023-10-17T05:10:32","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T09:10:32","slug":"teaching-sit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/au\/teaching-sit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to teach a dog to sit &#8211; Puppy Training"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Puppy training doesn\u2019t have to be hard and<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it is really easy to train your puppy a simple sit during your games; by incorporating this into your regular playtimes you can teach your puppy that sitting is always a good way to get people\u2019s attention or get a game to recommence. This will soon become their chosen behaviour when they want something from you rather than jumping up, mouthing or barking!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sit\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bdS2lvMlgHo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide on how to teach a dog to sit:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><b> Choose the Right Time and Place:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick a quiet, distraction-free area for dog training. This will help your dog focus better.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Gather Treats:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have some small, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/brand-product\/coachies-puppy-training-treats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tasty treats<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that your dog loves. These will be used as rewards during the training.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Get Your Dog&#8217;s Attention:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call your dog&#8217;s name in a cheerful tone to get their attention. You can also use some of our interactive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/brand\/coachi\/?family=Play\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coachi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> toys to regain your dog\u2019s focus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Use a Hand Signal:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While holding a treat, raise it slightly above your dog&#8217;s head. This gesture will naturally cause them to raise their head and, in turn, lower their rear end into a sitting position.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Say the Cue Word:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you raise the treat, say the cue word &#8220;Sit&#8221; in a clear and calm voice. Use the same word consistently to avoid confusion.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Reward and Praise:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As soon as your dog&#8217;s rear touches the ground, praise them enthusiastically and give them the treat. Positive reinforcement helps your dog associate the action with the reward.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Repeat:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice the command several times in short sessions. Repetition is key to reinforce the behaviour.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"8\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Add Duration:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your dog starts sitting reliably, gradually increase the time they need to remain seated before you reward them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"9\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Remove the Treat from View:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your dog becomes more consistent, start using treats less frequently and eventually phase them out. However, always reward them occasionally to keep the behaviour strong.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Generalise the Command:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice the &#8220;Sit&#8221; command in different locations and with various distractions. This helps your dog learn to sit in any situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"11\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Use Verbal Praise:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eventually, your dog should respond to the verbal cue without needing a treat every time. Continue praising them whenever they follow the command correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"12\">\n<li>\n<h3><b> Be Patient and Positive:<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Puppy training takes time and patience. Always use positive reinforcement and avoid punishment, as it can confuse and discourage your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that every dog is different, and the time it takes to learn the command may vary. Some dogs catch on quickly, while others may need more time and repetition. Consistency, positive reinforcement, and patience are key to successful dog training.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Puppy training doesn\u2019t have to be hard and it is really easy to train your puppy a simple sit during your games; by incorporating this into your regular playtimes you can teach your puppy that sitting is always a good way to get people\u2019s attention or get a game to recommence. 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