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Teaching
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• Have your dog sit; make sure he is sitting comfortably.
• Stand to his right, put the palm of your hand in front of his face and say "Stay".
• Step
away using your right foot.
You should always
leave your dog using your right foot.
• Take only one or two steps, turn and stand right in front of your dog.
• You
may repeat the word 'stay' a couple of times.
Wait only a few seconds and then return to your dog's side.
• When
you finish, say "okay!". Get your dog to move
and give him
a big hug and a kiss. Really praise him!
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• Do this
several times over the next few days. When your dog seems
steady, you can increase the time that you stand in front of him.
• Then you can increase the distance, but only a little at a time.
• You
may practice your 'stays' from a down or standing position by
following the same steps.
• If
you want to give your dog a treat, give him small pieces while he's
in the 'stay' position. Don't feed him after he moves, or he will have
trouble staying while he is waiting for the treat.
| If you and your dog have fun practicing, your dog will become more confident. Learning things actually makes your dog smarter! |
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Proofing
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Proofing is practicing 'stay' under many different circumstances. Here are some things you can try: Have your dog 'stay' in the house and outside. Have him 'stay' when you have friends over. Roll a ball past him while he is on a 'stay'. Have someone call him while he is on a 'stay'. Practice next to another dog. Never overdo it. Be kind to your dog. Proofing is not to tease him, but to show him exactly what 'stay' means. Your dog will become more confident as he begins to understand the meaning of 'stay'. |
It's good to practice the 'stay' command around other dogs,
but don't take the leash off unless you are in a fenced area
and with an obedience class and a teacher.
Never, ever leave your dog to go into a store.
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• If your dog makes a mistake and moves...Great! Now you have the chance to show him that stay means: don't move. • Just smile to yourself for the opportunity and return him to the same position. Say 'stay'. This time, stand closer to your dog and wait just a few seconds.Then be sure to praise your smart dog. Happy training! •
Never, never yell at your dog for
moving before you say okay. Your dog is not being bad. He is just learning!
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See it!
Teach your dog to stay!
Here are our favorite training books and videos written for kids:
 
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 Puppy Training
for Kids, by Sarah Whitehead, Barrons Juveniles 2001This book has easy-to-understand instructions for children on puppy training and care. With an emphasis on fun. Learn what to feed puppies and how much to give them, and how to play games that are safe and enjoyable. They also learn basics of puppy handling, grooming, giving commands, teaching obedience, tricks, and much more. There are great full-color photos throughout the book. For ages 9-12, or 4-8 with parents' guidance. |
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Training For Kids, by Carol Lea Benjamin,
Howell Book House Inc. 1988 This is a great book for kids written by one of the best. It explains all of the basic training that a child will need to get a good start with a dog. Also covers common behavior problems. Ages 9-12 |
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Dear Mrs. LaRue: Letters
From Obedience School, by
Mark Teague, Scholastic; 1st ed edition (September 1, 2002) From an Amazon.com customer: This is a really fun book. Children will delight in the contrasting artwork. Adults will appreciate the little details of each illustration. The sarcastic comments of the dog will be humorous to all who read this story. I bought the book for my 5 year-old nephew. While awaiting his birthday, I read it three times. For kids, age 4-8 |
| The Best! |
This video is a little older, but excellent, nonetheless. Ian Dunbar has a wonderful way with the children - clear, gentle, and kind. Easy to watch and understand, kids can be completely successful with this positive method of training. Adapted from the British television program, Dogs With Dunbar. Topics include: Taking on a new puppy. Housetraining. Early leash training. Teaching Sit and Down. Developing a rapport. Focusing attention. Improving off-leash control. Training a fast recall. Training as a family. Family competitions. Improving the Sit Stay. Teaching with toys. Playing training games. |
For the little ones:
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I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words (A Bright & Early Book), by Michael Frith, From and Amazon.com Reader: Beginning with "The first six words I'll teach my pup are 'dig a hole' and 'fill it up.'" this book is absolutely hilarious. I had never heard of it before my son came along, but it is one of his favorites and mine. It is whimiscal, clever, and just plain fun: "have a care, don't paint the mayor." The cadence and flow of the words are masterful. Ages Baby to Preschool |
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