When training always remember that Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (puppies/dogs) respond best to positive reinforcement. Do not yell at your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) and if you feel frustrated call it a day by ending on something simple and positive and then try again tomorrow. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (puppies/dogs) can feel your tension so do not even try to pretend with them. Always use positive reinforcement like treats, verbal comments like "good boy/girl", and I like to use the under the chin quick pet at times as well.

There is a process to training. The key is to get your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) to perform the action and at that exact moment you give the command for the action, then praise your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) and reward with a treat. After a while, your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) will associate the action with the command.

Train Your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Puppy/Dog) to Sit

1. Place a treat in your right hand and hold the treat over the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's (puppy's/dog's) head. Slowly move the treat back behind your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) and usually your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) will sit in order to follow the treat moving behind him. (If he backs up you might need to use your left hand to gently press on his rear to assist in the first few sit positions)

2. At the exact moment your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (puppy/dog) sits say "Sit" and present the treat. In the beginning I also say happily "Good Dog to Sit" or "click" your clicker.

3. Repeat this process several times a day doing about 5 sits at each session. Do not try to train for an extended period of time in the beginning. Keep training short and fun.