Dog Hand Signals Chart [cracked] Jun 2026

Practice for just 3 to 5 minutes at a time to maintain focus.

Use the hand on the side you want your dog to walk on. dog hand signals chart

The downward movement guides the dog's focus toward the floor. The "Come" (Recall) Signal Practice for just 3 to 5 minutes at a time to maintain focus

| | Hand Motion | Meaning | |------------|----------------|--------------| | Palm up → chest | Open palm, move upward toward your chest | Sit | | Palm down → floor | Flat hand, move downward toward ground | Down | | Open palm, stop | Hand facing dog, like “stop” | Stay | | Point to your eye | Index finger point to your eye | Watch me | | Arm sweep sideways | One arm extended, sweep toward your side | Come / Here | | Point forward | Arm extended, point ahead | Go / Forward | | Finger spin in circle | Index finger make a circle in air | Spin / Turn around | | Pat your leg | Open palm patting thigh | Come close / Heel | | Fist bump | Closed fist presented to dog’s nose | Touch / Target | | Hand behind back | One hand hidden behind your back | Wait (temporary pause) | The "Come" (Recall) Signal | | Hand Motion

Make sure your dog can see your hands clearly during practice.

Bring your forearm up toward your shoulder in an upward arc.

Extend your arm straight out toward the dog, flashing your open palm.