How do I get my 8 month old Newfoundland to sit? She is not interested in treats or toys during training...?
I have been trying to get her to Sit, by having her on a leash, taking a treat, and running my hand palm up with the treat just over the top of her head. She glances up, but won't follow it to where I can get her to "sit." I also have tried a toy instead, but she just looks up for a half-second and then just looks ahead. I've also tried being in front of her and on her side (in the "heal" position). In addition, I've tried backing her against the wall. We would have done it sooner - but we just got her three weeks ago.
In short, I can't get her to sit unless I give her a push on her legs from behind basically (I can't push on her back because she is a giant breed). :(
Also - She can do the down command. And, sometimes, she'll just go right to the "lay down."
Any other ideas?
2007-10-23
14:04:51
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