In this month's podcast, Aidan Bindoff discusses dogs' aggressive behavior. Aidan asks, "Are aggressive dogs born aggressive, or is the aggression a result of the dog's upbringing and training?" Listen to the podcast (available at the bottom of the page) to learn more about aggression as an operant behavior, and how to deal with the issue in training. Read the original article here.
Fundamentals
How to Practice Clicker Mechanics
By Tia Guest on 02/01/2012Do you remember when you learned to tie your shoes? Maybe that's too far back and the details are fuzzy. How about when you learned to type? I remember that well. It was during my freshman year of high school, the first period of the day, bright and early. My fingers were still asleep! As I clicked away at the IBM Selectric typewriter, it seemed so awkward. But as I practiced each day, I became more and more comfortable and my skill improved. By the end of the semester I was typing over 50 words per minute.
How to Use Play as a Reward
By Laurie Luck on 12/01/2011Let’s play!
Have you ever wanted to reward your dog for a job well done, but didn't have food treats with you? Consider playing with your dog to reinforce good behavi
Click Your Cat to Better Behavior!
By Marilyn Krieger on 06/01/2011Don’t believe everything you hear about cats!
Myths and legends have been spun around cats ever since people started sharing their world with them.
How to Clicker Train Your Critter
By Joan Orr on 04/01/2011Why train your critter?
Ferrets, hamsters, mice, rats, sugar gliders, flying squirrels, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, and other small pets.
