For many new owners, a jumping puppy can quickly turn from something cute into something frustrating.

One moment your puppy is greeting you happily. The next they’re launching themselves at guests, muddy paws included.

Jumping up is extremely common behaviour in puppies and young dogs, but the good news is it’s also something that can be improved with the right training approach.

Understanding why puppies jump up is the first step to helping them learn calmer ways to greet people.