
How to teach dogs to roll
In the life with dogs, their agile posture and lively appearance always bring us endless joy. If dogs can learn the interesting skill of rolling, it will undoubtedly add more fun to daily interactions.
Golden retrievers have that gorgeous golden coat, as warm and dazzling as sunlight; their friendly and honest smiles seem to be able to dispel all the gloom in the world; and those bright, energetic big eyes are always shining with curiosity and enthusiasm for the world. They are like little angels, bringing endless joy and companionship to countless families. However, as the little golden retrievers gradually grow up, that enthusiasm can sometimes turn into a headache - the problem of impulsive jumping on people. Whether it's greeting their owners when they come home or meeting strangers, golden retrievers often jump up excitedly. This not only may scare others but also poses certain safety risks. But don't worry. As long as you master the correct methods and show enough patience and love, we can definitely help golden retrievers get rid of this habit. Next, I will introduce in detail the methods and key points of training golden retrievers not to be impulsive and not to jump on people.
I. Understand the Reasons Why Golden Retrievers Jump on People Impulsively
Golden retrievers are naturally warm and friendly. The behavior of jumping on people is essentially a way for them to express their love, excitement, and welcome. In their cognition, jumping on people allows them to get closer to the people they like and gain more attention and interaction. Moreover, when they are puppies, if the owners show tolerance or even find their jumping behavior cute and unintentionally give rewards (such as stroking, hugging, affectionate words, etc.), this will reinforce the golden retrievers' behavior of jumping on people, making them think that this is the right thing to do and that it can be recognized by their owners. In addition, golden retrievers usually have a lot of energy. If they don't get enough daily exercise and have excess energy that has nowhere to be released, it may also cause them to be more excited and impulsive when they see people, thus jumping on them.
II. Preparation Work before Training
(I) Build a Trust Relationship
Before starting the training, make sure that you have established a deep trust relationship with your golden retriever. Golden retrievers are very intelligent and affectionate dog breeds. Only when they fully trust you and regard you as a reliable leader will they be more willing to follow your instructions. On weekdays, spend more time with them, play and take walks together, and give them enough care and attention. Through these daily interactions, let the golden retriever feel your love and respect, thereby establishing a strong bond of trust.
(II) Prepare Appropriate Training Tools
Prepare some snacks that your golden retriever likes as rewards. The snacks should be small, easy to chew and swallow, so that you can quickly give rewards during the training process to reinforce the golden retriever's correct behavior. At the same time, prepare a suitable leash. In the early stage of training, the leash can help you better control the golden retriever's behavior and prevent it from suddenly jumping on people and causing accidents.
III. Specific Training Steps
(I) Teach the "Sit" Command
The "sit" command is the basis for training golden retrievers not to jump on people. When you are about to interact with your golden retriever, such as before feeding or playing, use a clear and firm tone to give the "sit" command. At the same time, gently press the golden retriever's buttocks with your hand to help it make the sitting action. When the golden retriever successfully sits down, immediately give it delicious snacks as a reward and praise it enthusiastically, such as "Great!" "Well done!". Repeat this training. Each training session should not be too long, about 5 - 10 minutes. You can conduct multiple training sessions every day. As the training progresses, gradually reduce the use of hand - assisted actions so that the golden retriever can sit down consciously just by your command.
(II) Correct the Jumping Behavior
When the golden retriever jumps on people, don't push it away with your hands or scold it loudly because this may make it confused and even arouse its stronger excitement. The correct way is to immediately turn your back to it and stop all interactions with it, so that it understands that jumping on people will lead to it not getting attention and love. At the same time, remain silent, don't look at it or touch it. When the golden retriever stops jumping and calms down, use the "sit" command again to guide it to sit down. Once it sits down, give it rewards and praise. In this way, let the golden retriever understand that only by sitting quietly can it get the owner's attention and rewards, and jumping on people is an unacceptable behavior.
(III) Simulate Real - Life Scenario Training
After the golden retriever has mastered the "sit" command to a certain extent and can better control its jumping behavior under your guidance, you can start simulating real - life scenarios for training. Invite friends or family members to help and let them play the role of strangers approaching the golden retriever in different scenarios. When the "stranger" approaches, use the "sit" command in advance to prepare the golden retriever. If the golden retriever can sit quietly in place without jumping on people, give it rewards and praise; if it tries to jump on people, follow the previous method, turn your back to it, stop the interaction, and wait until it calms down before re - guiding it to sit down. Gradually increase the difficulty of the training, for example, let the "stranger" approach the golden retriever at different speeds and in different ways, so that it can learn to control its behavior in various situations.
(IV) Consolidate the Training Results
Training golden retrievers not to be impulsive and not to jump on people is a long - term process that requires continuous consolidation of the training results. In daily life, whenever and wherever the golden retriever shows the behavior of jumping on people, correct it in time. At the same time, conduct regular review training to strengthen its memory and execution ability of the "sit" command. Over time, the golden retriever will gradually develop the good habit of not jumping on people and become a well - behaved and beloved dog.
IV. Precautions during the Training Process
(I) Maintain Consistency
During the training process, all family members should maintain a consistent attitude and method. If some people tolerate the golden retriever's jumping behavior while others correct it, this will make the golden retriever confused and not know what to do. Therefore, before starting the training, communicate well with your family members, unify the training standards and methods, and ensure the effectiveness of the training.
(II) Avoid Excessive Punishment
Although you need to correct the golden retriever's jumping behavior, don't punish it excessively. Excessive punishment may make the golden retriever develop fear and anxiety, affecting its mental health and personality development. During the training process, focus on rewards and encourage the golden retriever to perform correct behaviors, allowing it to learn and grow in a pleasant atmosphere.
(III) Provide Sufficient Exercise and Attention
Golden retrievers are energetic dog breeds. Ensure that they get enough daily exercise, such as taking them for walks, runs, or playing frisbee, to consume their excess energy. At the same time, also give them enough attention and companionship, so that they can feel the owner's love and care. When the physical and mental needs of golden retrievers are met, they will be calmer and more docile, reducing the impulsive behavior of jumping on people.
Lovely golden retrievers are the most loyal companions in our lives. They accompany us through every wonderful moment in their own way. Although training them not to be impulsive and not to jump on people takes some time and effort, when we see them become well - behaved and able to get along harmoniously with people, all the efforts are worth it. Let's work together with love and patience to help golden retrievers get rid of the bad habit of jumping on people and create a harmonious and beautiful living environment!
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