How to Teach a Dog to Shake

Teach a dog how to shake with positive reinforcement.

Spending time with your dog while training him to follow new commands is fun for both of you. Not only that, but it serves to bond you and your dog even further through shared time and the praise you give your dog for doing well.

Shake is a fun trick for dogs to know how to do. Here, we've listed the steps you'll take when teaching your dog to shake.

Use Positive Reinforcement to Teach Your Dog to Shake

Before beginning, you may wish to review the article "Clicker Training for Dogs: An Overview" to determine whether clicker training is right for you and your dog.

Here are the steps to teach your dog to shake using positive reinforcement techniques:

General Information for Dog Training

To get the most out of your training sessions with your dog, follow these tips:

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