Comments on: Clicker Training vs. Verbal Cues

By: Edouard Smith

Edouard Smith — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 18:39:58 +0000

In reply to Ember. Absolutely! Start by using the clicker whenever you give a verbal command, and click right when he does what you want. Over time, you can phase out the clicker as he learns to associate the verbal cues with the desired behavior. Good luck!

By: Ember

Ember — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 19:41:06 +0000

I love the idea of using both methods! My dog responds well to clickers, but I also want him to understand my voice. Can you suggest a good way to combine both?

By: Edouard Smith

Edouard Smith — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 21:15:41 +0000

In reply to Shadow. That's totally fair! Some dogs do respond well to just verbal cues. It really depends on the individual dog and what works best for them. You don’t have to use a clicker if you find verbal cues effective!

By: Shadow

Shadow — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 15:38:44 +0000

I get that people swear by clickers, but I feel like it’s just extra stuff to carry around. My dog listens just fine to my voice! Anyone else feel this way?

By: Edouard Smith

Edouard Smith — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:50:54 +0000

In reply to Ginger Snap. That's a common issue! Mixing in a clicker could help reinforce those verbal cues. You might want to start by pairing the clicker with the commands she already knows to help her make the connection.

By: Ginger Snap

Ginger Snap — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 22:25:59 +0000

Verbal cues worked great for my German Shepherd, but I sometimes feel like I need to shout to get her attention! Maybe I should try adding a clicker to the mix. Any tips?

By: Edouard Smith

Edouard Smith — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 02:24:02 +0000

In reply to Honeybee. That’s a common problem! Try to simplify your commands and be consistent. Maybe do a mix of both clicker training and verbal cues to reinforce the commands.

By: Honeybee

Honeybee — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:24:20 +0000

I’ve noticed that my dog has trouble distinguishing between commands when I use too many verbal cues. Anyone else had this issue? Any advice?

By: Edouard Smith

Edouard Smith — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:32:21 +0000

In reply to Midnight. I really like the PetSafe Clik-R! It's comfortable to hold and has a nice click sound. It’s also pretty affordable!

By: Twinkletoes

Twinkletoes — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 21:56:44 +0000

So glad to hear that! Beagles can be pretty stubborn, so it’s awesome that clicker training is working for you. It’s really about finding what motivates your dog, right?