Jumping, for your dog can mean different things. It tells you that they’re excited to see you or plainly just craving for your attention. Although many pet owners are okay with this, jumping is a habit that should not be tolerated.
Being an alpha species by nature, jumping for your husky may also signify that they’re in an attempt to instill dominance over you. This is a trait that can be often be seen when there are people coming to visit your home. They do this to tell the visitor in their own language that they are the alpha of the territory. Although it is very important to respect a dogs’ nature, what they need more than that is a strong pack leader who is no other than you, being their owner and their master.
The jumping habit is a very simple issue that can be addressed provided that you are patient and consistent enough with your dog. Upon having someone to visit, keep your dog crated, while you have your guest settled into your home. Allow your dog some time to release any excess energy they may have over the excitement of having a new visitor. Once you notice that your dog is in a calm state, get him on his leash and calmly approach your guest. At this point, the sit command should be instilled in your dog. If your dog does not comply on the first command, do not easily give up as this will only send him the message that he is indeed the more dominant species than you. Hold the leash firmly and confidently and issue the command a second time; keep your grip on the leash until he complies. Upon doing this is the only time that anybody is allowed to hold or pet him (as a reward).Although do not be mistaken that is something that your dog will be able to adapt to in an instant. Obedience training takes a lot of patience and time; investing in both for your dog reaps great rewards.
As with all forms of training, you will only be effective if you are able to show your dog that you are confident and that you are a strong pack leader deserving of their trust and respect.
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