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tjdmom · 04-13-2008, 04:22 AM

Just wondering how many of you use clicker training and how successful have you found it?

BLowry · 04-13-2008, 04:41 AM

Morning!

Funny you should this! I bought a clicker about 2 weeks ago..I am not using to make them do things I am using it to make the STOP doing things...Like terrorizing their big Maine Coon brother, barking when I leave, barking in the car, or biting at my feet when I try to leave. I was working better when I first started using it. But, I think they are getting used to the noise now and ignore it. Good Luck! I hope it works for you...Let us know

tippielou · 04-13-2008, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by tjdmom

Just wondering how many of you use clicker training and how successful have you found it?

Hi~

I use the clicker training with my Chihuahua. She is highly motivated by food; so training with the clicker is a breeze. I have found consistency to be the real indicator of success.

HAGD!

cesar49 · 04-13-2008, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by tjdmom

Just wondering how many of you use clicker training and how successful have you found it?

there is a book called dont shoot the dog which explains clicker training. available used books on amazon.. i read the book but havent got a clicker yet..they say timimg is important.

spr377 · 04-13-2008, 05:23 AM

I have trained mine to come to me when I use the clicker. I use it when we are outside, because they seem to turn a deaf hear when I call them. They know they are going to get a treat when they hear the clicker, so they come immediately!!

cesar49 · 04-13-2008, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by spr377

I have trained mine to come to me when I use the clicker. I use it when we are outside, because they seem to turn a deaf hear when I call them. They know they are going to get a treat when they hear the clicker, so they come immediately!!

where did you get your clicker.. i didnt see them at petsmart

kalina82 · 04-13-2008, 07:28 AM

I started Morgan's training using a clicker. She caught on very quickly. She did something right, she heard the click, and then got a treat. I used this for a few weeks and then progressed away from it. She'll still come running though when she hears it because she thinks she's going to get a treat.

fbmom · 04-14-2008, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by cesar49

where did you get your clicker.. i didnt see them at petsmart

I used the clicker with my boxer - he did great with it. I haven't tried it with the yorkie.
I think the clickers are at the check out counter at petsmart. You can also order them online

Dougal&Little · 04-15-2008, 01:39 AM

Yes yes yes! it's great for building the foundations of tricks and things. I can do brilliant "shaping" with Dougal but Dixie works best if you can "capture" the behaviour you want with the click. It's funny how differently they work.

cesar49 · 04-18-2008, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Dougal&Little

Yes yes yes! it's great for building the foundations of tricks and things. I can do brilliant "shaping" with Dougal but Dixie works best if you can "capture" the behaviour you want with the click. It's funny how differently they work.

i just ordered one on ebay... it comes with a pointer

AprilLove · 04-20-2008, 04:20 AM

Clicker training is the BEST!!!! JMHO

Karen Pryor Clickertraining | dog training and cat training info, books, videos, events This site has some great info and dvds on how to use the clicker.

Grannyb · 04-22-2008, 06:29 PM

I tried the clicker with Toto but he is so timid that the clicking noise scares the beejeebees out of him.

Any sudden noise scares him.

Marc · 04-23-2008, 05:11 AM

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I got my Yorkie 3 weeks ago and she is now 11 weeks old. Is it too late to incorporate the clicker in her training?

Ladylavender · 04-23-2008, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Marc

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I got my Yorkie 3 weeks ago and she is now 11 weeks old. Is it too late to incorporate the clicker in her training?

Absolutely not! You can incorporate clicker training at any point in their life. Just follow the instructions on how to get started and go from there.

vegasrush · 05-15-2008, 03:40 PM

I just bought a clicker and the book "Click & Easy" at Petco. Taz is starting to respond to it well. The book is very informative and it teaches basic obedience as well as tricks. I will keep everyone posted on his progress. He is 10 months old by the way and only had a few basic commands down when I got him 2 wks ago. (Sit occasionally and let's go Bye Bye down pat).

04-13-2008, 04:22 AM	#1
tjdmom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: upstate ny Posts: 2,503	Do you use clicker training? Just wondering how many of you use clicker training and how successful have you found it?

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BLowry Loved by Sadie & Lillie Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 2,754	Morning! Funny you should this! I bought a clicker about 2 weeks ago..I am not using to make them do things I am using it to make the STOP doing things...Like terrorizing their big Maine Coon brother, barking when I leave, barking in the car, or biting at my feet when I try to leave. I was working better when I first started using it. But, I think they are getting used to the noise now and ignore it. Good Luck! I hope it works for you...Let us know __________________ Brenda

04-13-2008, 07:28 AM	#7
kalina82 Phantom Queen Morrigan Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: North Jersey Posts: 6,442 Blog Entries: 1	I started Morgan's training using a clicker. She caught on very quickly. She did something right, she heard the click, and then got a treat. I used this for a few weeks and then progressed away from it. She'll still come running though when she hears it because she thinks she's going to get a treat. __________________ Kellie , Morgan and Mylie! Girls Soccer Team Goalie!!!!

04-15-2008, 01:39 AM	#9
Dougal&Little Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: New Zealand Posts: 851	Yes yes yes! it's great for building the foundations of tricks and things. I can do brilliant "shaping" with Dougal but Dixie works best if you can "capture" the behaviour you want with the click. It's funny how differently they work. __________________ Dougal (card carrying member of the Teapot Club) & Dixie (aka Evil Wee) Dougal's Facebook Dixie's Facebook

04-20-2008, 04:20 AM	#11
AprilLove and Nappy own my Heart! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wherever my babies are, I am :-) Posts: 2,818	Clicker training is the BEST!!!! JMHO Karen Pryor Clickertraining \| dog training and cat training info, books, videos, events This site has some great info and dvds on how to use the clicker. __________________ MaryKay AprilLove Wubs Moosie Nappy wubs Livvi CandiRoze is single

04-13-2008, 05:23 AM	#5
spr377 Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Upstate, NY Posts: 1,005	I have trained mine to come to me when I use the clicker. I use it when we are outside, because they seem to turn a deaf hear when I call them. They know they are going to get a treat when they hear the clicker, so they come immediately!!

04-22-2008, 06:29 PM	#12
Grannyb YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 577	I tried the clicker with Toto but he is so timid that the clicking noise scares the beejeebees out of him. Any sudden noise scares him. __________________ *Mommy to Toto Do not fear tomorrow, God is already there.*

04-23-2008, 05:11 AM	#13
Marc Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: canada Posts: 178	Question: I got my Yorkie 3 weeks ago and she is now 11 weeks old. Is it too late to incorporate the clicker in her training?

05-15-2008, 03:40 PM	#15
vegasrush Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 72	I just bought a clicker and the book "Click & Easy" at Petco. Taz is starting to respond to it well. The book is very informative and it teaches basic obedience as well as tricks. I will keep everyone posted on his progress. He is 10 months old by the way and only had a few basic commands down when I got him 2 wks ago. (Sit occasionally and let's go Bye Bye down pat).