Simple Tips For Training A Dog To Stay
All dogs should know how to stay as it is almost as important as learning to come when called. Staying can help your dog avoid risky situations.
Additionally, you would be able to maintain your dog's calm while doing household chores, entertaining guests or taking it into public places. It is not difficult to train your dog in this manner.
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In order to achieve a successful stay, you must train the dog consistently for at least two to three sessions every day. The dog cannot move from its original position if you train consistently and diligently.
Get Supplies Before you start, you'll need a collar, an extra-long leash (15 to 30 feet if possible), and rewards your dog loves. You can work with a dog who already knows how to sit and/or down.
It may not be necessary to use a leash while teaching the stay command over time, but it may be helpful in the beginning in case your dog does not stay this way. Also, putting on the collar and leash is a nice ritual to announce the training will begin.
Say 'sit' or 'lie down, and then, in a firm, clear voice, hold out one hand with the palm out (as if to motion stop). If your dog does not move, give another command.
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Say OK and encourage the dog to move away from the command. Ask the dog to sit or lie down again and praise it when it complies. Say stay again with the hand motion while backing up and approaching. If the dog stays, approach.
Then continue to use your hand signal. If the dog stays, give them a treat and praise. If the dog moves, repeat the process from the beginning.Take More Steps Back and Increase The TimeRope this process five to six times, slowly increasing the time you take back.
You can gradually add distractions, move the location of the training, increase distance, and try leaving the dog's line of sight as long as he can stay at the end of the leash for 30 seconds or more.
The dog needs to be able to focus on your commands when you are training him in a quiet space. If you don't have a backyard, a busy park is not the best place for this training.
A common mistake is to assume your dog knows the command once they have completed a few training sessions by leaving them in the yard alone. This will not relieve your fears about their obedience. Instead, find an empty park (go early in the morning) or ask a neighbor or friend for help.
When training a new dog, ensure it is on its leash. Do not place the dog in a dangerous situation by relying on its ability to stay, particularly in places where temptations are plentiful.
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