Basic Obedience Commands

GET DRESSED- dog should sit and stay while collar or training gear is put on

Free! - Release word for all commands

READY – Dog should look up at you. This is to get the dogs focus and help settle to start training work.
SIT- Command should only be said once

DOWN- Command should only be said once, and position must be held until released with “okay” 

DOWN STAY- Down Command should only be said once, stay can be repeated and reinforced throughout the exercise
OFF - off furniture, not jumping on people, etc. 

PLACE- boundary marker, good for holding position (ex: during dinner time)

LEAVE IT –turn focus away from garbage, food, other dogs, things on street,  etc.

DROP IT - release whatever object your dog may have in its mouth

______ LET’S GO - walk beside you on a loose lead

WAIT - stops forward motion allowing you to gain control before proceeding-
            useful at doorways, curbs, and in and out of vehicles on command

______ COME! - give the “Come” command only when your dog is on a short or long lead   **  THIS COMMAND MUST BE ENFORCED!  **

HURRY UP – use this command to encourage your dog to relieve himself
 
______ KENNEL! -  command to enter crate

______ NO BITE- stop all mouthing

______ QUIET! -  stop whining, barking, etc.  

VOICE TONES

Praise—Happy, upbeat tone of voice for rewarding wanted behavior

Command—Strong, clear, direct tone when asking for behavior

Correction—No nonsense, harsher tone--NOT YELLING--for correcting 				behavior

Positive marker—We use the words “yes” or “good” to mark wanted behavior

Negative marker—Use the word “phooey” or “eh-eh” to verbally mark the 				  unwanted behavior.

Please Note:  It is very important to incorporate commands into your daily activities to reinforce the training we have begun. For best results, establish an obedience routine of at least 10 to 15 minutes a day. Training time with your dog needs to be fun for both of you. Be patient with the process. If any problems or questions come up please feel free to call anytime.