Stop Your Dog's Jumping Behavior: Effective Techniques and Tips

So jumping is a normal thing for dogs to do, and you do not need to worry if your dog starts jumping on you one day. So, think of it as your dog saying hello. Bigger dogs can even look you in the eye. Also, jumping helps them get the attention they want. It is not a good idea; if you want to look your best or bring your grandparents over, this could even be a safety issue.
Some people I know could not stop their dog from jumping, so they gave it away because they were going to have a baby. They thought it would be better to be safe than sorry.
But why do dogs jump to begin with? Well, it is a treat for them, to be honest. They jump to get the attention they want. As people, we react in different ways. We respond by yelling, pushing, or spinning, making a strange game that they are happy to play.

Okay, so how can I change bad behavior to good behavior?

If you do not react to the behavior, it will stop on its own. If you want to do this, it might take some time. Not me. According to what I have seen, both me and my dog are aware of the new rule, but when my family and friends visit, they give my dog a huge hug when she jumps on them. I'm sad and feel like a broken record.

Four on the floor

I started teaching using a method called “four on the floor.” American Kennel Club Inspired:

1. While your dog is still attached to its leash, have another person approach your pet.
2. Before the other person approaches your dog, drop a few treats on the ground for him to find.
3. Have the person pet and great your dog, he or she is eating off the floor.
4. Have the person move further away from your dog before he or she has done eating.
5. After several repetitions, repeat the actions from the previous section, but this time lengthen the welcome and continue tossing treats on the ground during the entire process.
6. When your dog has all four paws firmly planted on the ground, allow them to greet the other person before you put the first treat down on the ground.
7. As your dog gets better at following the rules, you should reward him with fewer and fewer treats until the only thing he gets is a friendly greeting.