Mary Allen
Jumping up is usually meant by the dog as an enthusiastic hello. But the other person is usually not happy to be greeted with muddy paws. So it’s better to get your four-legged friend off this behavior quickly.
If your dog is one of those four-legged friends who like to swing their paws in the air, one thing above all applies: Don’t let this become a habit. Because the more often your dog celebrates its boisterous welcome, the more difficult it will be to break the habit of this type of greeting. So quickly make him aware that his behavior is not desired – after all, the four-legged friend cannot smell it.
Dog Owners Often Subconsciously Reward Jumping
Easier said than done. Dog owners often make a crucial mistake that makes it difficult to break the habit: They reward the behavior of their four-legged friend, albeit unconsciously. Perhaps the following scenario sounds familiar to you: After a long day at work, you look forward to your cheerful furry friend, who will greet you in the usual boisterous manner. You don’t actually approve of the behavior, but at the same time the affectionate jumping up amuses you and you respond with pats. Your positive reaction will not go unnoticed by your dog. In the future, he will not change anything about his sweeping greeting. Consistency is essential to get your four-legged friend to stop jumping. No matter how cute your four-pawed partner is, give them the cold shoulder. This is the only way you can wean him off his behavior in the long term.
How to Wean? Ignore Him
How does it work? Very simple: the moment your dog starts to jump, you should turn away. Stay in this position until your dog has put his paws back on the ground. And only then turn back to him and reward him. Show him he did the right thing. It will certainly not be long before he understands and you can break the habit of starting him.