How to Teach Your Dog to Jump

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video.Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Equilibrio and more videos in the Housebreaking and Training Dogs category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com After learning the foundation tricks of "sit!" "stay!" and "come!" have your dog try their paws at a jump. To complete this How-To you will need: PVC dog jump Leash Dog Dog treats Step 1: Set up the jump Set up the dog jump. For a small dog, set the bar at the lowest rung; for a medium- or large-sized dog, raise the bar to about 12 inches. Step 2: Teach the "Hup!" Put the leash on your dog and have them sit next to you. Walk them quickly towards the jump and give the voice command "hup!" If they hesitate or stop by the bar, gently lift them over the bar. Step 3: Raise the bar Repeat until your dog jumps each time you say "hup!" Reward a good jump with a treat and words of praise. As they master one level, raise the bar another inch and try at a higher level. Tip: Always use positive reinforcement when teaching a new trick. Step 4: Remove leash Remove the leash. Give your dog the "stay!" command and walk around to the opposite side of the jump. Keep in sight of your dog. Step 5: Try it solo Clap your hands over the jump bar while giving the "come!" command. When they reach the bar, give the "hup!" command ...

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