I haven't really seen a reason to use clicker training until recently I was watching videos on youtube and it really seemed to work well. I want to know what you guys think of it. What are your experiences with it and does it work well?
:thumbup: AgreedNever saw the need witha GSD. I just say yes. I may not always have a clicker with me, so I chose to use my voice instead.
Both good points and a way to make using the clicker easier. No leash to hold, plus a clicker on wristband.Personally I've never had a problem with "juggling" clicker/leash/treats/etc, but then again a lot of my training is not done on leash. If I am using a leash I often either have the leash looped up or I'm using a hands-free leash, I have the clicker on a strap that is around my wrist, and the treats are not in my hand unless I am actually about to hand them to the dog, so it's not really a problem.
Since I use a wrist strap for the clicker, if I want to give a treat with the same hand I just let go of the clicker and let it dangle on its strap for a second while I deliver the treat. The strap is the right length so that when I lower my hand, the clicker is right at my palm and ready to be grabbed and clicked when I need it.