Target training may look like a simple game, but it can become one of the most useful skills in your dog's training toolbox! Target training teaches your dog to intentionally touch a specific object or location with a part of their body (Usually their paw or nose). One of the most common examples of target training is a hand target. This is where your dog learns to touch their nose to the palm of your hand. So why is this helpful? Target training gives us a way to guide our d

A clicker is a small mechanical noisemaker. It is used in positive reinforcement dog training to mark the exact moment your dog performs the right behavior. How Do I Use A Clicker? Click and Treat Repeat Step One of Click and Treat 5 times Finish training session Your dog will quickly begin to learn that a click = a reward is coming! You will quickly start to notice their tail will wag or their ears will perk up. What Do I do Next? Ask your dog for a simple known behavior suc