Teaching your dog to give you attention is the most critical skill you can ever teach your dog. Dogs who pay more attention to you instead of what is going on around them, are calmer and more self confident than other dogs.

Dog looking at snack on counter and telling himself that he must have self control

Dog ignoring treats being offered to them

Dog waiting at door while door is opening

Teaching dog to Wait for Food Bowl also teaches them impulse control and good manners in general.