Stay is one of the hardest commands that we teach our dogs. It’s also one of the most important to get right. Not only is stay a bit abstract for your dog to learn, but it can also be frustrating and boring for both parties involved. Stay is the only command that we teach that means to do absolutely nothing. It can be hard to relay to your dog that what you want from them is to stay completely still. Here are some common mistakes to avoid when teaching your dog stay. If these mistakes are avoided, you will be well on your way to teaching your dog a reliable stay.