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How to teach a dog to sit

A free five-minute dog training lesson from 5 Minute Pup. Follow the steps below, keep it positive, and end while you are both having fun.

DogBeginnerAbout 5 minutes
  1. Hold a treat at your dog's nose.
  2. Move it slowly up and back over their head.
  3. The moment their rear touches the floor, say 'yes' and treat.
  4. Add the word 'sit' once they start offering it on their own.

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