How to teach a dog not to jump up when excited?
Vern Cremin
2025-07-20 10:06:43
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When your dog next jumps up at you, turn your back and completely ignore them.
Don’t say anything and try not to make eye contact.
Be patient and wait until all four of their paws are back on the ground.
As soon as this happens, turn around and reward your dog with positive attention.
If your dog gets over-excited when you give them attention, consider using a food reward instead.
If you choose food, then wait until all four of their paws are on the floor and then place a treat or scatter a few treats on the floor for them and encourage them to focus downwards.
The trick is to teach your dog that jumping up isn’t an effective way to get your attention.
Timing, consistency and perseverance are key when training your dog not to jump up.
You will need to turn away every time your dog jumps up.
This may feel a little repetitive, but consistency is essential.
The more consistent you are, the quicker your dog will learn that jumping up doesn’t work.
Instead they will start to realise that they are more successful at getting your attention when all four feet are firmly on the floor.