How to Train a Labrador Not to Jump on People
Lisa Murray
Having problems teaching your Labrador to keep his paws on the ground? There are quite a few resources out there that can teach you how to train a Labrador to be well behaved. The key is to communicate effectively to your Labrador that jumping on people is a big no-no.
Let's learn more about the breed itself since we're on the subject of how to train a Labrador. Considered one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States, Labradors make wonderful pets. These are really great dogs. They're gentle, loyal, and extremely good natured. They can get a little boisterous if not trained properly hence all that jumping.
Learning how to train a labrador is not very difficult. There are very intelligent dogs who take and follow direction really well so once you communicate to them what you want they pick it fairly quickly. However, they're also very exuberant creatures with tons of energy which is where all that jumping comes from.
So why is your Labrador jumping on you anyway? More than likely he's just excited and being friendly. Unlike some dogs who like to use jumping to show dominance, a Labrador is most likely just showing you his pleasure at seeing you.
When you begin training your Labrador not to jump on people, the key is to be consistent. You must discourage jumping in all instances. Pick a command and use it at all times to teach him not to jump.
Pick a specific command to use when your Labrador jumps on you and show your displeasure with the action. When he jumps give the command firmly and use body language to show how unhappy you are.
Then, when all four of his paws hit the ground again (watch out of the corner of your eye) praise him lavishly. Pet him, and play with him when he has gotten back down and you'll soon see that he will respond to the command down in no time at all. When thinking about how to train a Labrador, remember that like any dog that they will respond better to rewards than to punishments.
When you're trying to figure out how to train a Labrador not to jump on you, you'll find that because of his intelligent nature it's not that hard at all. It only takes a little time and lots of affection.
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