The method I use for sit is very similar to others.
I hold a treat over their head (while saying the command "SIT.") Low enough so they don't jump, and slowly move it behind them so they sit. If this doesn't work I gently press on their backends. I hold the treat in with my thumb, middle, ring, and pinky fingers. My pointer finger is pointed upwards, which is my hand signal for sit. When they sit they receive the treat as well as verbal and physical praise.
My dogs are told to sit for everything - treats, dinner time, to go outside, get their collars or leashes, bandanas, to be petted, etc. They sit as soon as they see that they are going to get something.
Craig, re-train Frankie with a hand signal, try it the way I have with the treat and the signal at the same time. She may think you have a treat with you do the hand signal, but give her physical/verbal praise instead.
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