Shadowlea

Allow me to share some tips for masters of lively German Shepherds that usually jump on anything and anybody.

Jumping may be a sign of enthusiasm, or rather, a show of feelings. It may be tempting to just let him do it as a puppy, but be careful. He will grow fast and could bring about significant damage when he still jumps on you or anything when he's grown up. Attempt to stop him before the behavior becomes reflex to him.

One thing that you have to know is that this kind of training needs treats. Unique training means you must prepare rewards to treat him with. But you need to come at it using a different approach when your dog is being trained for sentry duty.

The Precise Command is Important

If you're optimistic, you'll be able to achieve this challenge soon. Be sure you have a reward ready for when the German Shepherd tries hard to keep himself from jumping on you. You can do training with or without a leash. If on lead, the "alpha" should place himself directly behind your dog with the lead shortened to about twelve inches. This will allow the "alpha" to pull down on the lead as soon as the dog indicates he is about to rear (leap). Physical action should be accompanied by verbal command. Keep the lead close to the flooring while shushing your dog and giving treats. One does not yell to stop a German Shepherd jumping. Offer the treat before you start the training once more. If he does not respond quickly, be patient. You have to repeat the action and the command over and over until he gets it. Your German Shepherd will get it soon enough. One word of caution needs to be applied here. Never use the command "down" to fix the jumping behavior. "Down" is to be used when you need the dog to lay flat on the floor or ground.

To stop German Shepherd jumping from in front of the dog is a bit special. When the dog comes to you and you know that he is about to leap, extend your right hand before his nose and use the order "no". When the rearing is abated, reward the dog with a treat. For this, you may do a combination of the command for stopping the jump and the command for lying flat on the ground. Your dog will become uneasy when you firmly lie him down and will do as you say.