Dog Training
Dog Training 101: What is Clicker Training?
Dog Training 101: What is Clicker Training? By Angelica Steinker, M.Ed., CDBC, CAP2 edited by Kimberly "Kim" Archer, CPDT-KA, CTDI Clicker training is a training method using a handheld plastic box that makes a clicking noise when depressed by a trainer. Each click allows a trainer to mark a very precise moment in time, communicating to a dog exactly when [...]
Is Calm Really Just Another Behavior?
by Barbara Hodel What is the most difficult thing to teach our dogs? Coming back or a great recall? While I do agree that this is a difficult behavior, I [...]
Three reasons to use a clicker, or not.
Here is a blog by the Masterful Clicker Trainer Kay Laurence. Kay brings up some interesting points why it may be better to use a clicker, not because it [...]
Dominance in Canine Behavior: Reality or Myth?
By Don Hanson BFRAP CDBC ACCBC CPDT-KA The concept of dominance in dog training is still pervasive today in some circles in spite of the advances made in behavioral [...]
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Back to School for a Different Breed of Students
LUTZ, FL - (AUGUST 31, 2010) – As students around the Bay area head back to school, their four-legged and furry counterparts are gearing up for a full load of classes as well. Courteous Canine [...]
Does the Click End the Behavior?
**This article was originally published in Kay Laurence's Teaching Dogs Magazine for more info visit: www.LearningAboutDogs.com** “The click always ends the behavior.” “You always treat when you click.” Those of us exposed to years of [...]
How to Find a Great Dog Trainer
Great teachers have the ability to draw you in and make learning fun. Just like people, dogs learn best when the learning is a game. Think back to a teacher you really liked. Most of [...]