Teaching a Dog to Sit in a Short Time

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How to Teach a Dog to Sit in a Short Time

Teaching a dog to sit is a basic command that gives rise to more tricks. With this simple guide you will learn how to do it in a few steps!

Teaching a dog to sit is one of the first and most important commands you can teach a dog. It is a basic command that everyone who wants to get started in the world of dog training should know.

In this article, we'll show you how to teach your dog to sit in a step-by-step process, as well as some tips and tricks to help your dog learn effectively.

So if you're ready to teach your dog to sit, read on!

Step-by-step guide to teaching a dog to sit

Teaching a dog to sit not only is it useful for showing the dog who is the pack leader, but it is also a basic command that is used in many other commands and situations.

Below, we'll give you all the steps to teach a dog to sit.

Step 1: Choose a quiet place

Make sure you do your training sessions with your dog in a place without many distractions that can affect your friend's performance.

Either at home, in your backyard or in a public place as long as there are not too many stimuli such as other people, children playing or other dogs.

Always have a treat on hand to reward him when he does the right thing. Once they are in place and your dog feels calm you are ready to begin.

Step 2: Introduce the new command

Stand in front of your dog and ask him to sit, then place your hand on his back as you give the command "sit".

It is important that you use the same tone of voice and the same command each time so that the dog can associate it with the sit action.

Step 3: Reward him!

If the dog sits, give him the treat and congratulate him enthusiastically. It is very important to reward the dog immediately after he sits so that he understands what he has done correctly.

If the dog does not sit, help him with a little pressure on his back while you give the command. It is important not to force the dog to sit, but to guide him into the correct position.

Step 4: Practice again and again

Continue to practice this command at different times and places until the dog associates it with the command and can sit without assistance.

As the dog understands the command, you can begin to give the command from a greater distance and in more distracting situations.

It is important to be patient and consistent during the training process. Dogs learn at a different pace, so don't get discouraged if your dog doesn't learn immediately.

As you can see, teaching a dog to sit is an easy and fun process. With some practice your dog will learn this command in no time.

Extra tips for teaching a dog to sit.

• Use a consistent verbal command: Employ the same verbal command every time you want your dog to sit, do not change it as he may get confused. This will help the dog associate the command with the action of sitting.
• Use a hand signal: In addition to the verbal command, use a hand signal to tell the dog to sit. This will help the dog understand the command faster.
• Reward him immediately: When your dog sits, reward him immediately with a treat or toy. This will help reinforce the correct action in the dog's mind. Try not to overdo it with cuddles and words of encouragement, use only what is fair and necessary.
• Be patient and consistent: The training process can take time, so don't get discouraged if your dog doesn't learn immediately. With patience and consistency, your dog will learn to sit in no time.
• Practice in different places: Over time, your dog will be able to assimilate and understand the command much better, practice in different places and situations so that the dog learns to sit anytime, anywhere.
• Make it fun: Training can be boring for dogs, so try to make it fun for them. Use games and toys to keep the dog's attention and make training more entertaining.
• Don't punish the dog: You should not punish the dog if for some reason it does not sit correctly, especially at the beginning, as this can generate fear and anxiety and can delay the learning process.

Enjoy This Video Tutorial About How to Teach your Puppy to Sit

Source: Zak George’s Dog Training Revolution 

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