10 ESSENTIAL DOG COMMANDS TO TEACH YOUR DOG

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SIT

Teach "sit" command: Hold treat above dog's head, move it behind. When crouching, say "sit" and reward. Handy for guests or treats. #DogTraining

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WATCH ME

Train your dog to "watch me" in busy areas. Hold a treat near their nose, bring it to your face, say "watch me," and reward. Keep them focused.

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DOWN

Teach "down" command: Hold treat, bring it to floor. Dog follows. When belly's down, say "down" and reward. Helps control excitement. #DogTraining

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STAY

Teach your dog to "stay" for safety. Start by sitting, slowly back away. If they move, say "no," sit, and say "stay." Reward and say "come."

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WAIT

Teach "wait" at the door: 1 person inside, 1 outside. Open door, say "wait" as door closes. Repeat, reward when dog stays.

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COME

Teach your dog "come" command for safety. Use leash, say command, tug lightly, reward when they come. Training takes time, be patient.

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OFF

Keep furniture hair-free: Teach "off" command. Hold treat, close fist. Dog backs down, say "off" and reward. Practice near furniture for association.

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DROP IT

Teach your dog to "drop it" to prevent damage. Give a toy, call them, offer a new toy when they drop it. Repeat with a treat. Save belongings.

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LEAVE IT

Teach dogs "leave it" by showing a treat, closing your hand, saying "leave it," and rewarding when they back away. Train curiosity control.

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NO

Teach "no" command: Leash pup, place treat, say "no" & pull leash gently when sniffing. Give treat. Repeat often. Keep dog out of mischief.

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