1-Not coming when called.
Always praise your pup when they come to you regardless if they are called or not, that teaches them that coming back is a good thing. Use words such as 'here' or 'come' they may not understand what you want if you just use their name. If they decide not to come back then do not chase them. Call them again whilst you move away and that may make them come after you. If they still do not come then tell them to sit and go and get them. Remember having high reward treats on hand such as chicken, cheese, ham or sausages is a huge help.
2-Pulling on the lead.
Help your dog to learn how to walk calmly beside you. Never let them pull, or else they will learn that sometimes doing it pays off. Keep the lead short but loose. Stop when you feel it go tight. They will stop to see why you are not moving. When they come back, reward them and keep walking. After a few days they will find out that pulling will get them nowhere, it takes some dogs longer than others but the most important thing is to be consistent. Remember having high reward treats on hand such as chicken, cheese, ham or sausages is a huge help.
3-Jumping up.
Its natural for dogs to greet people by jumping up. But that can scare guests away and knock young children over etc. Turn away if your dog jumps on you. Don't give your dog attention unless they have all four paws on the ground. Then you can greet and pet them. There are several ways to tackle this issue, however the one listed above has proven to be the most effective.
Featuring Eddie training at Shaw Forest.
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