How to Teach Your Dog Not to Jump

By eHow Pets Editor

Sure, it's cute when a puppy jumps up on you - a demonstration of her affection - but it's important to break this habit early on. It's not so cute when a 90-pound dog tackles you (or your visitors) just to say hello. Here's how to stop the jumping on people and furniture.

Step 1:

Be consistent with puppies and dogs; it's counterproductive to discourage your dog from jumping on others, while allowing her to jump on you and lick your face.

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