It makes perfect snse that he would associte commands with standing, duhh!!! But i have to say he is the first to ignore while sitting!! Well there is a first time for everything! I have started his training again, this time while sitting. as long as i can get his attention, and use our hand signals he is doing very well. I do have to say that the puppy (jake) is catching on very quickly!! he mirrors everything that i have Duke do! he is so great! all the puppy needs to learn is Stay!! he he he!!