- Sit:
- Hold a treat close to their nose
- Move your hand up, getting their head to follow the treat, which makes their bottom descend
- Once in sitting position, say "Sit" clearly and loudly, and give the treat; It also helps to shower affection when they get it right
- Repeat multiple times daily until your dog learns to understand the command.

- Put a leash and collar on your dog.
- Get to his level and say, “Come,” while gently tugging at the leash.
- When he gets to you, reward him with affection and a treat.
- Keep a nice smelling treat your dog likes in your closed fist
- Bring your fist close to your dog's nose and then lower your hand to the floor, getting it's nose to follow
- Drag your fist along the ground, indicating your dog to get his body to follow his head
- Say "Down" and treat your dog with the treat and some petting
If your dog tries to sit up or pounce towards the treat, counter with a firm but calm "No" and take your hand away. Patience is key with this command; Encourage every single step your dog takes in the right direction with positive reinforcement like treats or shows of appreciation.
4. Stay: Make sure your dog has mastered the "sit" command before you attempt this one. It's useful to remember that this can also be a slightly annoying command to get some dogs to master because of naturally high energy levels that make it hard for your dog to exhibit restraint of movement.
- First, ask your dog to “Sit.”
- Then open the palm of your hand in front of you, and say “Stay.”
- Take a few steps back. Reward him with a treat and affection if he stays.
- Gradually increase the number of steps you take before giving the treat.
- Always reward your pup for staying put — even if it’s just for a few seconds.

- Place a treat in both hands.
- Show him one enclosed fist with the treat inside, and say, “Leave it.”
- Let him lick, sniff, mouth, paw, and bark to try to get it — and ignore the behaviors.
- Once he stops trying, give him the treat from the other hand.
- Repeat until your dog moves away from that first fist when you say, “Leave it.”
- Say “Leave it,” place the less attractive treat on the floor, and cover it with your hand.
- Wait until your dog ignores that treat and looks at you. Then remove that treat from the floor, give him the better treat and share affection immediately.
- Once he’s got it, place the less tasty treat on the floor… but don’t completely cover it with your hand. Instead, hold it a little bit above the treat. Over time, gradually move your hand farther and farther away until your hand is about 6 inches above.
- Now he’s ready to practice with you standing up! Follow the same steps, but if he tries to snatch the less tasty treat, cover it with your foot.
- Don’t rush the process. Remember, you’re asking a lot of your dog. If you take it up a notch and he’s really struggling, go back to the previous stage.
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