Puppy Dogs Plus

Do you hate when you go to a friends or family’s house and they have a dog that is roaming around the dinner table? Do you wish that they would take the dog to another area so you can eat in peace and not have the family dog begging you for food? Okay so it may not bother you if your dog does that to you, but it could bother your guest. So the best way to avoid this is to teach your puppy how to “Settle Down” This could be when you send your puppy to his special area in the room. This is his own space where he feels safe and secure. This area should have a bed and toys for him. Ideally you want to be able to send him to his area on command. So your question in your mind now is how right?
1) With your puppy on a leash say “Settle Down” and point to the area with your free hand.
2) Walk your puppy over to the area (If he is unsure stay with him over there for a few moments, once he starts to play with toys or curls up on his bed you can leave).
3) Repeat this step several times. Depending on the age of your puppy it may take a while for him to get it. Usually older than 12 weeks of age works best for this step.