doggy matters ditch the behaviour not the dog! Andrea Williams - Canine Behaviour Counsellor Associate Member of Canine Behaviour Centre Learn the art before you start! Introduction to Clicker Training Days available Call NOW on 01443 671834

Clicker Training This effective, creative and fun method of training is suitable for use with a variety of behavioural and training issues. It often helps where other methods have failed. However, there is an art to successful clicker training and so a basic knowledge of the system is a good idea before you start clicking!

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… Your advice and support has always been first rate, and your empathy for Barney was something I’ll remember for sometime. … I think the thing I have most to thank you for, is learning that I don’t have to be hard or overbearing with Barney … read more here

Home Contact Disclaimer Bach Flower Remedies Reiki Dog Matters Consultations Testimonials Books Gallery		WHAT IS CLICKER TRAINING? This is a method of training that uses a little device called a clicker which has a very distinctive sound. Before beginning training, the clicker is paired with a reward so that a strong positive association is built. Then, whenever the dog hears the click, he knows that a reward will follow. Choose the behaviour you like and mark it with a click and reward, follow a few simple steps to teach your dog to deliver the behaviour on cue!
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF CLICKER TRAINING? it speeds up the learning process dramatically it is generally more effective than other training methods it trains in behaviour that is subsequently stronger/more reliable it can help to calm aggressive tendencies in dogs it can help build confidence in nervous or fearful dogs it can help your dog overcome specific fears/phobias it can make training far more enjoyable for both you and your dog it can enrich your relationship with your dog it is kind to your dog and involves no punitive methods. WHY NOT SEE FOR YOURSELF? The training days are held in small groups of 4 people. The day will open your mind and give you an opportunity to learn what makes your dog tick. You may discover that you have been inadvertently teaching behaviours you don’t want! Believe me, you won’t be the only one! Then you can learn how to help your dog behave in a way that pleases you. You will learn the basics of clicker training and a receive a booklet and a FREE CLICKER that will help get you started! DO I BRING MY DOG? Well actually NO! Some may find that strange, others will be relieved! Some people who attend courses like these are experiencing such problems with their dogs, that taking the dog anywhere can be a source of embarrassment! Much as I would love to meet your dogs, I find that people are much more receptive to learning without doggy distractions. Successful clicker training is taken in a number of small steps and training sessions are kept short in order to be most effective. Dogs need to learn without distraction initially and so a whole day spent with other “new” doggy friends to sniff and explore would make learning challenging if not impossible! You also need to be able to focus on learning ways to use the clicker most effectively and so, all things considered, being dog-free is by far the best option. HOW WILL I SEE CLICKER TRAINING IN ACTION IF I DON’T BRING MY DOG There will be demonstrations working with a “live” dog as well as some video footage! These days are a fun way to set you on a pathway to a happier relationship with your dog! Call now on 01443 671834 for further information or to reserve your place.
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