How to Train Your Dog to Shake (Hands)

This is one of the most beloved tricks to teach your dog, and a special hit with children.

Things You'll Need

  • treats
  • patience
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Instructions

    • 1

      Choose a command (like "shake", "paw", or "put-er-there, dude". Command the dog, scoop up the paw and hold it for a few seconds. Reward and treat.

    • 2

      Repeat step 1, but wait a little longer each time before scooping up the paw. Always reward once you have the paw in your hand.

    • 3

      Eventually, you should be able to point to the paw and say the command, and the dog will put it in your hand.

    • 4

      Repeat steps 1-3 for the other paw.

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Comments

  • Kira Yamato Jun 07, 2007
    this is a really good idea I think that everyone should try it What's here is all true I'm so gonna try it too :P
  • sabbyrox Mar 10, 2007
    Hey Thanks for the info it only took me 15 mins and a whole pak of treats training now fozzy is fluent!!!! Thanks

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