Pongo is just over three years old now. I've been toying with the idea of doing some clicker training with him.... we have never done it, and it might be fun. But is he too old to pick it up now? And where should I start? (And then, of course, I need to find somewhere to buy a clicker!)
I started with Coco when we got him at 16 months. It's worth a go Rosie. If he takes to it, it can make for really fast learning. Once you've charged your clicker, start with a simple trick that he doesn't already know. The latest one we're learning is "around" a cone.
Go for it! I was never a big clicker fan until I did the assistance dog training with Brogan, then I really got it. It's really good for shaping complex behaviours because you can get really precise. The look on their face when they get what you want is priceless. Age doesn't matter at all - I had a couple older foster dogs who did great with it. Have fun!
Yes, yes Pongo can learn. I started using a clicker with Charlie around Pongo's age and he took to it like a duck to water. He learned all kinds of things some for fun and some that are necessary. Charlie can hardly contain himself when I get my clicker out Looking forward to see what Pongo learns. You can buy a clicker on Amazon. x
Go for it! If nothing else, Pongo will certainly enjoy 'charging' the clicker! Ella thought that bit was THE BEST
Ok, that's a project for this year! Has Pippa written a how-to on clicker training? Ive got Total Recall but not sure it covers it?
http://thelabradorforum.com/threads/clicker-training-information-and-articles.2229/ Lots of information here Rosie. Have fun Pongo xx
This is the clicker I have. I love it, having tried all sorts of others. I have five now, in different bags and pockets so there's always one to hand http://www.traininglines.co.uk/dogsline-push-button-dog-training-finger-clicker.html
Oh, out of stock there. You can get it on Amazon, although it was a bit more expensive: https://www.amazon.co.uk/DOGSLINE-Finger-Clicker-Clicker-training-UKDL03F/dp/B00OHMNJA0
Just ordered this one this morning. I'm very excited now. I have been pondering trying clicker training for months now. Hoping it helps crack the whole Axel stealing everything problem, such as couch pillows and throw blankets.
Clicker training is amazing, my trainer did a course back in April 2015. I've been hooked ever since. I happen to have the Karen Pryor ones that I wear like a bracelet with the clicker tucked in the palm of my hand. I have loads they are everywhere I get withdraw symptoms if I loose one. I'm a bit like that with my whistle too. Perhaps I should get out more.
I have a clicker and a whistle in most jackets and treat bags - and I can still forget one or the other
I started using a clicker early last year. We only use it at home and at agility. It's fun to use, but with my coordination it too difficult to use on walks. It's a great tool for teaching tricks and for new equipment.
