Give treats when your dog sits or stands calmly, with all four paws on the floor, when people arrive.
Reward
Work on obedience cues like wait, stay, and leave it to improve your dog's self-control.
Impulse Control
Use indoor gates to block access when guests first arrive until your dog is calm.
Baby Gates
Redirect your dog's desire to jump into a sit, down, or fetching a toy.
Redirect Energy
Turn away and avoid rewarding your dog with any attention for jumping up.
Attention-Seeking
Ensure everyone follows the same rules of ignoring and rewarding good behavior.
Be Consistent
Brush up on your dog's obedience training if they regress with jumping up.
Refresher Training