: Do not reward if they are leaning against you or furniture; they should be supporting their own weight. Are you looking to teach this to a specific breed, or
: Command your dog to sit, then use a treat near their nose to lure them into a "Sit Pretty" position where their front paws come off the ground. Stick Em Up
Before you start, your dog should already be comfortable with two basic commands: : The foundation for the entire trick. : Do not reward if they are leaning