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How to Train Your Dog to Stay

Teaching your dog to "stay" involves the same positive reinforcement techniques necessary for all training. Be sure your dog understands a "release" command first so she'll know when it's OK to move from the "stay" position.

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    Difficulty:
    Moderately Easy

    Instructions

    Things You'll Need

    • Dog Bones
    • Dog Dishes
    • Dog Food
    • Dog Toys
    • Dog Training Aids
    • Dog Treats
      • 1

        Be sure your dog understands a release command, such as "free" or "okay," before teaching this command.

      • 2

        Have your dog sit or lie down in front of you. (See Related eHows "Train Your Dog to Sit" and "Train Your Dog to Lie Down.")

      • 3

        Place your hand, palm open, in front of your dog's nose and give the command "Stay."

      • 4

        Say "Good" at the exact moment your dog exhibits the behavior you want.

      • 5

        Give the release command immediately after (within 1 to 2 seconds), followed by treats and unlimited praise.

      • 6

        Reward your pet even if she only "stayed" for 1 second; and always offer rewards for even slight indications of understanding.

      • 7

        Lengthen the amount of time your pet remains in the stay position very gradually, and slowly move farther away.

      • 8

        Remember to give the release command after every successful "stay" as you increase the length of time your dog must remain in the position.

      • 9

        Avoid going into another room until your dog fully understands the command.

      • 10

        Train in 5-minute sessions.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Give the release command for a sit/stay after 1 minute maximum. You may have the dog in a down/stay for longer periods of time.

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    Comments

    • josiesusinno Aug 05, 2009
      Such an important command. Great article!
    • ynohtna Jul 06, 2009
      Great dog training info thanks! I gave your article a 5*
    • ciarrasmommy Apr 05, 2009
      This article will come in handy. Thank you! Great article.
    • ciarrasmommy Apr 05, 2009
      This article will come in handy. Thank you! Great article.
    • Bobbi Holmes Jan 30, 2009
      Ok...will start working on this! Thanks!

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