1
Say “Wait!” and start to open the door.
2a
IF dog pushes the door…
3a
• Start to shut door.
• Once the dog backs up or the door closes, return to step
1 but don’t open the door as far next time.
3b
• Say “OK!” and walk out the door.
• Next time at step 1, open the door a little more.
*Tip for success*
Start by opening
the door just a
little bit. Over the
course of a few
weeks gradually
increase how
much you will
open the door or
how long he must
wait until you say
“ok!” and walk
through the door.
2b
IF your dog waits…
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