[Ag-eq] clickers

[Jody W. Ianuzzi]

Hi Ryan,

This is just my opinion but I don't like using clickers for training dogs or 
horses.

Clickers were first used by marine mammal trainers to instantly signal them 
that they had done a desired behavior then the animals came to the edge of 
the pool for their reward.

It is not necessary to delay rewards with dogs and horses because we are in 
direct contact with them.  We can give treats, praise and rub them to reward 
them.

Dogs and horses love being praised and that is an important part of 
training.  By adding clickers I just think it is an unnecessary step and an 
artificial one lacking in emotional support.


JODY