![]() They need clarity on this initially or they will have no idea when it is appropriate and learn bad habits. It shouldn’t be up to your dog to enter a guest’s personal space on their own terms. (This may be a clue!) When your dog is waiting calmly and politely, invite them to say hello calmly and politely. Learning patience and “waiting your turn” is a universal skill that your dog should be practising in many situations not just at the door. Ask your guest to greet them calmly (good luck). Ask your guest to say hello to the rest of the family first and save your dog’s greeting til last.Do this and wait for them to accept and settle BEFORE you open the door. Think big – stand up tall and be calm and powerful. Face your dog and challenge them to physically move back away from the door at least 2-3 metres. Once they have already jumped or licked or nipped your guest it’s too late, you need to prevent it happening in the first place. You need to “claim” your guest and prevent your dog from getting to them. ![]() Once you arrive at the door, send your dog away and back from the door.They need to associate people coming over with positive calm vibes. ![]() ![]() Take your time – don’t rush to the door or try to nervously or angrily hush the dog or you’ll make things worse.
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