Reply #33: Make sure you also reinforce dominance while sitting or eating. [View All]

STARE at them, they will back down. You don't have to put them on their back every single time. Use your body language to keep dominance and establish the pecking order regularly. No touching or begging while you are eating. If it's a huge problem stick him in his crate while you're eating. Ideally they should sit away in a corner...in sight but not begging (down, stay).

If your dog is regularly resisting submission he needs to remain in a show lead attached to you throughout the day, with regular playtimes. A show lead has a slip collar which allows a sharp tug with your 'NO' and it releases immediately, without harm. You can tie one end around your belt buckle if necessary. Make him sit/stay or down/stay wherever you go.

This helps quite a bit with potty training, too.

BTW, make sure your puppy is getting regular, HARD exercise too.