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- History: Now a widely accepted animal training method, international use (beyond scientific or behavioral research) began in the 1970s by marine mammal behaviorists to train dolphins and orca whales living and performing at aquatic parks.
- Also Known As: Operant Conditioning
- Can be used to train many species: Including: Dogs, Cats, Horses, Dolphins, Ferrets, Pigs, Birds
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Clicker training is a positive method of behavioral training, perhaps best known since the 1970s when it was more formally introduced in dog obedience training. With this method, a device called a 'clicker' is used (it makes a clicking sound) to mark a desired behavior. The sound marker is immediately followed by positive reinforcement (usually a small treat or perhaps a brief moment of toy play). This training method of correctly pairing the specific behavior, via the marker, with the positive reinforcer is known as operant conditioning, a highly effective animal training technique.
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Uses
- Basic Obedience - Sit, Down, Stay, Heel
- Problem Behaviors - Barking, Jumping, Leash Pulling
- Dog Tricks - Build Complex Behaviors
- Dog Agility
- Recently introduced in athletic training and certain educational settings - called 'tag training'
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A training methodology used with many species including marine mammals, birds, horses, and cats. Clicker training is based on the theory of operant conditioning which pairs a behavior with a reward via a marker (in this case the click). When correctly done, this form of animal training can be extremely successful. It is based on positive reinforcement and does not incorporate direct punishment. -
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A puppy begins her Clicker Training journey...see how the owner/trainer first uses her hand as a 'target' to and does something called 'charging up' the clicker...lets the dog succeed for a number of tries...then moves on to some new things for the dog to figure out. Part of this training method is that the animal 'offers' behaviors - when they get it right, you click and treat - you can see this pup knows she needs to try new things to see what her owner wants her to do. The owner is giving her some hand signals (that we can't see - as cues - that the dog is learning to associate with the behaviors). This is a smart puppy - but most dogs can and do learn well this way - once they have that 'light bulb' moment of "oh it's partly up to me to think this out"...
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A short video on teaching the 'touch' behavior. One of the first behaviors that can then be used to build upon for many other complex behaviors, tricks or assistance dog commands. See the comments below the video for great information from youtube members who are dog trainers on the importance of this command and how it can be used even by small children to help them connect with their dog...
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Clicker Training News
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Deck the Halls With Animal Books
Akenhead's step-by-step training instructions are practical and easy to follow. "Reaching the Animal Mind: Clicker Training and What It Teaches Us About ... (December 16, 2009)KFSM -
Buying gifts? Don't forget your pets
Clicker training is the modern way to communicate with your dog, based on a positive relationship and the science of animal learning. ... (December 17, 2009)FayObserver.com -
The debate over the Dog Whisperer
Pryor used psychologist BF Skinner's theory of operant conditioning to develop the clicker training method, in which a small plastic noisemaker is used as a ... (December 11, 2009)Boston Globe -
Ask the Dog Trainer - Why I Love to Train
In this case, I used clicker training to help the dog settle and feel calm. Today, he quieted down in less than five minutes. His owner leashed him for me ... (December 15, 2009)TCPalm
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Clicker Training Blogs
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Clicker Training - Pet Forums Community
Just wondering has anyone used this method of training and if so tid they find it useful? Also what age is it best to start this form of training? (December 17, 2009)petforums.co.uk -
Mylie's Clicker Training Journal - Horsetopia Forum
I've been looking for a suitable method of training to work on groundwork with Mylie for a little while. Something to get her focused and comfortable. (December 14, 2009)forum.horsetopia.com -
How to Clicker Train Your Dog to Stay in the Yard | Karen Pryor ...
Would you like to train your dog to stay in your yard without resorting to electrical shock? There is a way to do it that is inexpensive, takes about the same amount of time, and is just as reliable as the electronic containment syst... (December 01, 2009)clickertraining.com -
Find Out What is Clicker Training for Puppies or Dogs
Clicker training is a great tool to learn because its based on positive reinforcement. Best of all there is almost no physical intervention on your part. This type of training is used to train on new behaviors, stop ba... (December 14, 2009)doggymentor.com
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Clicker Training Products
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Getting Started: Clicker Training Dog Kit - $16.95
The all-inclusive Getting Started: Clicker Training Dog Kit gives you everything you need to get started in Clicker Training! The Getting Started: Clicker Training Dog Kit includes...Shopzilla
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Triple Crown Clicker? - $2.49
The Triple Crown Clicker? training system for dogs is a fun, fast way to train your dog using scientifically proven principles of animal learning and behavior. The Triple Crown Cli...Shopzilla
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Getting Started: Clicker Training for Dogs - $16.95
New EXPANDED edition! "New to clicker training? then this is a "must read". Learn from this book how training can be FUN, both for you and your dog!" <P>If you are curio...Amazon
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Mahalo Answers for Clicker Training
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Both clicker training and traditional dog training will cover all of the basic dog commands
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I favorited a YouTube video -- Free Hunting Dog Training Tips - Clicker Training with your new Puppy http://bit.ly/7zWZsC
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Clicker Training - Pet Forums Community http://bit.ly/8HNmFk
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Updated my dog lovers blog with Dog Clicker Training – Supercharge Your Dog Training http://tinyurl.com/yk7nrdn
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Clicker Training - Pet Forums Community: Just wondering has anyone used this method of training and if so tid they ... http://bit.ly/5MMy4y
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