Stop your dog jumping up
Jumping up is the second most commonly reported training challenge among UK dog owners (Dogs Trust, National Dog Survey 2025). Most dogs jump up to greet faces and because it gets attention, even if that attention is “get down!”.
Three quick wins
- Reward four paws on the floor, and drop treats at floor level to keep heads low.
- Turn away calmly if your dog jumps. The fun pauses, then try again.
- Manage visitors with a lead or baby gate until greetings are calm.
Start here
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Our guides on jumping up at people
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- Stop your dog jumping up at visitors: a doorbell routine that works
- Puppy jumping up at children: a calm-greeting plan
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