How to Teach a Dog to Beg

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Dog treats

Basic Dog Training Techniques

Step 1:
Take your dog to the veterinarian to make sure he has no hip or orthopedic problems before you begin training. You don't want to teach your dog a trick that may cause him pain.
Step 2:
Find out what your dog loves most and use it as a reward when he obeys a command or successfully completes a trick. For some dogs food is the best treat, for others your praise and a pat on the back are what he most desires.
Step 3:
Make training sessions fun for your dog. Never yell or hit your dog. Speak the command in a firm voice and then give him lavish praise when he responds correctly.
Step 4:
Train in 5 to 15 minute sessions. If you or your dog are getting tired or frustrated, stop the session and try again later. Be patient. Teaching a dog tricks will take longer for some than others
Step 5:
End each session on a positive note with praise and treats for your dog. He should look forward to training sessions like your special playtime.

Teach a Dog to Beg

Step 1:
Tell your dog to sit and stay and wait until he has remained there unmoving for a few seconds.
Step 2:
Hold a treat just above his nose so he has to look up at the treat. Tell him to
"Beg".
Step 3:
Pull the treat away and tell him "No" if he jumps for the treat. Get him to sit again.
Step 4:
Don't give the treat until your dog is sitting with both front paws raised in the air to "Beg". Some dogs will naturally take this stance when a treat is raised above their heads but others may have difficulty gaining their balance.
Step 5:
Stand behind your dog and support his back with your legs if he has difficulty getting his balance. You can also raise one foot at a time while giving the "Beg" command to help him understand what you want him to do.
Step 6:
Don't reward him until the trick is completed. Sitting on his haunches and raising only one foot is "Shake" not "Beg".
Step 7:
Continue to practice the trick until your dog immediately sits and "begs" when a treat is held over his head.

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