Nancy Field CPDT-KA of the Port Chester Obedience Training Club and her Labrador Retriever, “Emma,” demonstrate how to teach your dog to sit.

When you’re out in the street with your dog and danger approaches, the sit command can prevent that danger from becoming something much worse.

Understanding how to approach a dog safely can made the difference between a positive interaction with a dog and a trip to the doctor.

Take the time to review these steps on how to safely approach a dog.

This is a great video for children and adults to follow to keep both dogs and humans safe in their interactions.