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What is Clicker Training?
Clicker training’s origins go back to the 1930′s. Clicker training is the use of sound to strengthen desired behavior through positive reinforcement. An example of the use of clicker training techniques can be found in the training of dolphins by marine biologists. However, in training dolphins an air horn was used instead of a clicker because sound is muffled the deeper a dolphin went underwater. The training of dolphins was very successful and they quickly understood the tasks they were expected to perform. Today clicker training is being used to train almost every animal imaginable; dogs, cats, birds, horses, as well as wild animals.
Clicker training has one main difference from traditional dog training. Reprimanding inappropriate behavior is commonly used in traditional dog training. Bad behavior is ignored in clicker training and good actions are rewarded. Clicker training is based on the idea that animals will do whatever they can to please their trainer. inappropriate behavior by an animal is usually the result of poor, ineffective communication by his trainer.
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What is a Clicker?
Clickers, that will do the job, are simple, inexpensive mechanical devices that make an identical sound every time they are pressed. Used properly the clicker produces a motivational incentive for an animal to repeatedly complete tasks.
Basics of Clicker Training
Using conditioned reinforcement an animal learns to control the click, and accompanying reward, by performing as requested. The training of an animal accelerates when he has the aha moment and realizes that he can control when the clicker is going to click. Using conditioned reinforcement this understanding will eventually occur with all animals.
Since dogs are intelligent they quickly understand that they are able to control the click of the clicker. When a dog hears the click sound he soon understands that it means he did a good job and deserves a treat. A dog quickly develops various skills when the techniques and principles of clicker training are utilized.
Training sessions should be limited to less than 15 minutes because your dog can only focus for short periods of time. Short training sessions can be repeated a number of times through the day. When you show your dog the task you want done and he performs that task the clicker clicks and a treat is given to your dog. You gently move your dog through a desired task until he will perform it without the clicker or the treat.
Clicker training benefits your dog by helping him to learn, think and adapt. Training is faster because you can communicate the desired task more effectively and your dog is motivated to learn.
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All Family Members Can Use Clicker Training
When a dog receives mixed signals from family members he becomes confused. This confusion will not happen using the clicker training techniques. The concepts behind clicker training can be understood by all family members, even young children. When a clicker trained dog exhibits bad behavior he can be encouraged, by any family member, to correct his behavior with a signal or command accompanied by the clicker. When all the members of your family understand what to do there is better communication with your dog.
Clicker Training is Fun
Clicker training increases the personal relationship between trainer and dog. You and your dog become more responsive to each other. A strong bond is created between you and your dog.
Clicker training is fun. Tasks are learned quickly, by your dog, because of clear communication. Since you quickly see results from your training sessions training your dog becomes enjoyable. It is a win/win situation for both you and your dog.
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