Teaching Stay
Teaching stay is also taught on a leash. In the beginning, you will have your dog in heel position. Ask him to sit, and show him your empty right hand. Say ‘stay’ and take 1 step to the right, leading off with your right foot. Wait for 1 second, and return to your dog. You can release him and praise him at this time. You will gradually build the time up until your dog will reliably stay for over 5 minutes, even if you are not in the room with him. Remember, every time you increase the distance, decrease the amount of time you expect your dog to stay.