🐶 “My Dog Gets TOO Excited When People Come Over…”
Doorbell rings and suddenly:
- Jumping
- Barking
- Chaos 😅
👉 Sound familiar?
Jumping isn’t bad behavior—it’s excitement + learned habits
🧠 Why Dogs Jump
Dogs jump because:
✔ They’re excited
✔ They want attention
✔ It has worked before
👉 Even saying “no” can reinforce it (attention = reward!)
⚠️ The Problem
If jumping gets attention—even sometimes—
👉 Your dog will keep doing it
🐾 Step 1: Remove the Reward
When your dog jumps:
✔ Turn away
✔ Stay neutral
✔ No eye contact
👉 Jumping = no attention
🦴 Step 2: Teach an Alternative Behavior
Instead of “don’t jump”…
👉 Teach what TO do:
✔ Sit
✔ Go to place
✔ Keep four paws on the floor
🧁 Step 3: Reward the Right Choice
When your dog:
✔ Sits
✔ Stays calm
✔ Keeps paws down
👉 Reward immediately!
💡 This builds the behavior you WANT
🧠 Step 4: Practice BEFORE Guests Arrive
Don’t wait for real guests 😅
✔ Practice with family
✔ Practice door routines
✔ Rehearse calm greetings
👉 Training happens before the big moment
🚪 Step 5: Manage the Situation
✔ Use a leash
✔ Use a gate
✔ Use a “place” command
👉 Set your dog up for success
🚫 What NOT to Do
❌ Yell or push your dog down
❌ Knee them off (outdated advice)
❌ Expect them to “just know better”
👉 This creates confusion—not learning
💜 What Success Looks Like
A dog who:
✔ Greets calmly
✔ Keeps paws on the ground
✔ Can handle excitement
✨ Final Thoughts
Jumping isn’t about disrespect—it’s about excitement and reinforcement.
👉 When you teach a better option, your dog will choose it 💜
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Helping you turn chaos into calm—right at the front door 🐾
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