How to train a Labrador to shake hands

Jul 26,2025
3Min
How to train a Labrador to shake hands? Let the Labrador sit facing you, stretch out one hand and give the "handshake" command. If the Labrador lifts one forelimb, hold it and shake it slightly while saying "shake hands". The command "shake hands"; if the Labrador cannot lift it voluntarily, reach out, grab the Labrador's right forelimb, lift it up and wave it, happily give the command "shake hands", and train repeatedly.

During training, the owner first lets the Labrador sit facing him.

Then, stretch out a hand and give the command "shake hands". For example, if the Labrador raises a forelimb, the owner will hold it and shake it slightly, and at the same time give the command "shake hands" and "shake hands". This is a reward for your Labrador and is required for handshake etiquette. After several such trainings, Labrador will become more and more proficient.

If the Labrador cannot take the initiative to lift its forelimbs after the owner gives the "handshake" command, the owner should push the dog's left shoulder with his hand to shift its center of gravity to the left forelimb, and at the same time, reach out and grab the Labrador. Raise and wave the right forelimb, give the command "shake hands", "shake hands" to encourage, and maintain the Labrador's sitting posture. After training in this way for several times, the Labrador will be able to quickly extend its forelimbs for a handshake when the owner reaches out his hand according to the owner's command. While shaking hands, the owner should continue to issue the command "shake hands", show a happy look, and praise the Labrador to stimulate its passion.

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