10 Dog Training Hand Signals

Sit

Extend your arm out in front of you, palm facing up, and lower your hand towards the ground.

Stay

Hold your palm out, facing towards your dog, and keep your hand stationary.

Down

Point your index finger towards the ground and move your hand downward.

Come

Extend your arm out to the side, palm open and facing up, and motion your hand towards your body.

Heel

Hold your hand at your side with your palm facing your leg, and start walking with your dog beside you.

Wait

Hold your hand up with your palm facing forward, as if signaling someone to stop.

Leave it

Extend your arm out in front of you, palm facing towards your dog, and make a sweeping motion with your hand.

Drop it

Hold your hand out with your palm facing down and make a grabbing motion towards the ground.

Good job/Yes

Give a thumbs up or use an open palm to pat your chest or shoulder to show praise and positive reinforcement.

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