We have all heard commands like “down, Spot” and “down, Princess” with desperation in the guardian’s voice to stop the dog from jumping on the door and people. Trying to communicate with a determined dog to prevent jumping is often an act of futility. Perhaps, even YOU have given the command to little or no avail. How you stop the dog from jumping is a universal problem, but having a better understanding of what is motivating the canine’s behavior can go a long way toward addressing it.
Some dog guardians don’t mind if their dogs jump up on the door or people in an excited greeting.