Why is it that puppies and dog tend to jump on people at they greet them? Because dogs greet each other by going nose-to-nose and although we are taller, they like to do the same with humans, hence jumping. To help combat this behavior, try using the methods below.

Three methods to teach a dog to sit and pull away from you on command.
1. Stand tall, look straight ahead, pull your hands up by your chest, say “Sit” and wait for the dog to sit. When the dog does sit, immediately look at the dog, kneel down, and calmly stroke the dog. If the dog jumps up again, stand up and repeat the steps.
2. Stand tall, look straight ahead, pull your hands up by your chest, say “Off.” When the dog jumps on you, turn your body toward the wall so the dog can’t reach your face.
3. Stand tall, look straight ahead, pull your hands up by your chest, say “Off!” and continue walking into the dog. The dog will jump back to get out of your way. When all four feet of the dog’s feet are on the floor, say “Sit!” and wait. When the dog sits, kneel down and calmly stroke him. If the dog jumps up again, stand up, walk toward him and repeat the steps

Third party sit technique
1. This method will require a second adult for assistance.
2. Attach a leash to your dog.
3. While standing tall and looking straight ahead, pull your hands up to your chest and use the command, "SIT."
4. When the dog jumps, command "OFF" as the assistant briskly jerks down the leash towards the floor.
5. When the dog's feet touch the floor, command "SIT."
6. Once the dog sits, kneel down and calmy stroke the dog.
7. If the dog jumps again rather than sit, repeat the above steps.


8. Some dog would rather grab a toy and shake it than sit. For this, keep a toy by the door and divert your dog's attention to the toy when you enter.

What you should NOT to do:

• Do not become really excited when you greet your dog. Stay calm.
• Do not shout at your dog. This can get him more excited and cause him to jump up even more.
• Do not try to grab the dog or push him away. The physical contact will likely cause him to jump up even more.
• Do not knee the dog in the chest, step on his back toes, pinch his front toes, or otherwise cause him pain or discomfort, when he tries to greet you or other people.