Dog Tricks: How To Get Your Dog To Jump Into Your Lap On Command

Dogs absolutely love to jump into things and on top of them. Why? Simply because they are dogs! It's just part of their playful nature. In fact, the real challenge usually comes from trying to get them out from wherever they jumped into. And it is so much fun if you can teach your dog to jump into your lap on command.

Most dogs love to nestle in your lap. However, as your dog gets bigger he is less likely to stay there once you pick him up. So that is what we're going to teach you today – how to get your dog to jump into your lap whenever you want him to (regardless of his size).

Step 1: Your dog must first understand the “stay” command so that you can place him across the room and have him stay while you go to the other side away from him.

Step 2: While on the opposite side of your dog, you should be sitting in a low chair while holding one of his favorite treats or toys. Now pat your lap and very enthusiastically say the following three commands “Tai” - “Come Here” - “Up, Up!” Of course substitute my dog's name for your dog's name and do not expect him to jump into your lap right away. Initially, he will run up in a very excited manner and place both his paws on you.

Step 3: Once he arrives, simply shower him with praise and offer the treat or the toy, whichever one you are using. Now lead him back to his starting point and repeat the process  least 10 more times.

Step 4: Do not continue to praise him for just coming up to you and pawing at you once you reach the 10th time. Now it is time to only praise after he comes and crawls into your lap. You will have to help with motivation by scooping him up a little, but eventually he will get the idea and will literally bounce into your lap in order to get the treat.