At ClickerExpo LIVE you’ll get the chance to join Kathy Sdao for an urban walk with her dog Smudge, who has a history of barking and lunging at dogs—and sometimes unfamiliar people—when he's on a leash. Over time, through practicing a cue-transfer exercise, Smudge has learned that those triggers are actually cues for him to do a fluent behavior, such as hand targeting. Because this scenic location draws all sorts of people (walking, running, skateboarding, and bicycling) and dogs, there are like

Clicker Training Fundamentals (part 3) The reviews are in... and the Third Clicker Training Fundamentals Introduction video is a winner - The comments have been amazing! If you haven't seen the three part video series yet, they actually go way beyond clicker training. They go into depths about the benefits of positive reinforcement, the definition of punishment and I share numerous case studies from my career as a professional animal trainer. You can see the videos here and register to receive i

It’s never too early to start clicker training—and that goes for both dogs and humans! One of the benefits of clicker training is that it works for learners of any age. Getting kids involved with clicker training not only helps them bond with their puppies, but also teaches them how to interact with dogs in a way that is fun and safe for both. Child and dog safety directly correlate to the quality of the relationship that is built between them through training. In this video by KPA CTP Monica Ca