How do you make it stop?

[Taz_Zoee]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone. I've tried the ignoring part and it doesn't work, it frustrates him so he continues and continues and continues. I have an issue with the backward "dancing" with him, as he has hip dysplasia, so we try not to put too much pressure on his hips... although jumping you would think would hurt... lol... The knee to the ribcage lightly thing doesn't phase him. He's a hound, stubborn through and through... true to their nature!

Anyway, anymore suggestions would be great... I am willing to try anything at this point!!!

Have you tried the stepping on his back paw? Of course not stomping on it, but just apply pressure to his paw.
You know what a co-worker told me when I was going through this with Zoee? She did this with one of her dogs. It only took one time, but she did the knee in the ribcage hard enough to hurt. The dog NEVER jumped up again on people. I know that sounds really harsh, but if it only takes one time...??? I wouldn't suggest to continue this method if it doesn't work, of course. Personally, I couldn't do it with Zoee, but luckily the other lighter method worked with her. Maybe start out with the light nudge and work up to an amount that will get his attention that it is not okay to jump.
These are merely suggestions, as I am in no way a dog expert.
Just trying to help. Again....good luck.

[freckledimple]

Another trick or two that might work is:
1. Instead of a light knee to the chest, step firmly into him and throw his balance off.

or

2. When he jumps, step way back so that he cannot make contact, again throwing off his balance.

The key would be to keep him off balance, they don't like to be off balance. Of course, always accompany it with a firm no or down. Always praise him when he does well.

[applesmom]

I've never tried this with a Basset. Since they're lower to the ground it might be a little awkward. Here's what's worked for me when all the traditional methods failed.

You'll have to set the situation up so both hands are completely free. Without making an issue of it, (no harsh commands, yelling or jerking ) I would slip my fingers of my hand into the collar underneath the neck and apply gentle but firm and constant force downward until all 4 feet were on the floor.

Once the feet were back on the floor, (the dog will still be squirming) I'd begin gently rubbing the chest area from just between the front legs and below the throat with the other hand while speaking in a soft yet firm voice. In this situation I usually use the words, settle or settle down. (do not praise him)This will usually calm even the most excited dog down after a few moments.

After the dog is calmed down completely, release him and be prepared to repeat the process immediatley and for as many tries as it takes. With absolute consistency and calm, It usually doesn't take too many sessions for them to get the idea that keeping all 4 on the floor is much more rewarding than jumping up on people.

Absolute consistency is vital to this method. If you come home with an armload of groceries, leave them in the car and go inside and deal with the dog first until such time as you're positive he's got it down pat. Otherwise you'll be reinforcing the idea that he can get away with it when your arms are full.

Good luck!

[theterrierman]

I have an issue with the backward "dancing" with him, as he has hip dysplasia, so we try not to put too much pressure on his hips... although jumping you would think would hurt... lol...

Yeah...I didn't realize he was dysplastic... in that case, heck no, don't follow what I said.

[catnapper]

Have you tried the stepping on his back paw? Of course not stomping on it, but just apply pressure to his paw.
You know what a co-worker told me when I was going through this with Zoee? She did this with one of her dogs. It only took one time, but she did the knee in the ribcage hard enough to hurt. The dog NEVER jumped up again on people. I know that sounds really harsh, but if it only takes one time...??? I wouldn't suggest to continue this method if it doesn't work, of course. Personally, I couldn't do it with Zoee, but luckily the other lighter method worked with her. Maybe start out with the light nudge and work up to an amount that will get his attention that it is not okay to jump.
These are merely suggestions, as I am in no way a dog expert.
Just trying to help. Again....good luck.

Dogs have DIED using this technique. Their ribs were cracked and punctured their hearts fr instant death. Not a risk I'd take.

How consistent were you twith ignoring? It works, only if you're 100% consistent. When people tell me it didn't work I'm very leery that they actually tried it. NO ATTENTION.... ignore EVERYTHING. No eye contact, no touching, no talking. Nothing!

[lizbud]

How consistent were you twith ignoring? It works, only if you're 100% consistent. When people tell me it didn't work I'm very leery that they actually tried it. NO ATTENTION.... ignore EVERYTHING. No eye contact, no touching, no talking. Nothing!

I agree.The ignore method works, but it takes time. It doesn't happen
in a day or a week. Time, repetition and consistancy. Try for 2, 3 weeks
and see how it goes then.