Provide a comfortable dog bed near the sofa
Reward the dog for using its bed
Block access to the sofa when unsupervised
Use consistent verbal cues like “off” or “place”
Redirect the dog to an allowed resting spot
Keep the sofa unattractive with pet-safe deterrents
Cover the sofa with a removable barrier when needed
Enforce the rule consistently every time
Give the dog enough exercise and mental stimulation
Avoid allowing the dog on the sofa sometimes and not others
Train with positive reinforcement
Use baby gates or closed doors to limit access
Remove tempting blankets or cushions from the sofa
Teach the dog to stay on a mat or bed
Ask guests to follow the same rules