I have a 7 mos old male GSD. I would like to do more advanced OB with him in the future. when I leave him in a stay and go out of sight he might change positions, from sit to down or down to sit. I assume he gets bored. He doesn't leave the spot.
I would think if I say sit and walk away he should stay in a sit. So I have been returning and giving a pop on the leash returning him to the original position then walking away but shorter distance and not going out of sight so this attempt will be successful. Am I expecting to much? Should I just be happy he stays in the spot? I have just got to the point of leaving his sight. This has only happened twice so I would like to know how to handle it before I do it wrong. Thanks for any advice.
To much, to soon. If you return and the dog has already moved, your to late. Going back and making a correction will just cause your dog to start avoiding you when you return. You shouldn't be correcting till the dog completely understands what you want. That takes time and maturity. Keep it short and happy. When you give a sit, walk away (within sight), then return and praise the dog calmly. Do this with a varied pattern. Return, praise and release sometimes after one time, sometimes after 3 times, etc. Don't fall into a pattern, and don't try for marathon stays. Build time slowly. keep the puppy happy.
Thanks. He learns so well I have a problem with
going to fast. I'm going to write "Too much,
Too soon" on paper and hang it on my refrigerator. I appreciate your help.
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