CLICINO Clicker Ring for dog training

Matthias Schmid, founder and developer of CLICINO, sits next to his two dogs and hugs them.
Thisi Schmid
22.11.2024
Reading time 5 min.
The CLICINO Clicker Ring is a versatile and practical tool that can make dog training much easier. Thanks to its hands-free use and precise timing, it offers an effective method of quickly and reliably reinforcing desired behaviors in dogs.
  1. Basic training
    Aim: To
    teach basic behaviors such as "sit", "down" or "here".

    Application: Use the CLICINO Clicker Ring to teach new signals. When your dog performs the desired behavior correctly, click immediately to mark the behavior and reward him directly with a treat, game, praise or other reward he likes. This immediate reinforcement strengthens the connection between the command and the desired response.

  2. Trick training
    Aim: To
    learn new tricks such as "roll", "do a little man" or "spin".

    Application: Introduce the trick gradually and click as soon as your dog performs the correct part of the trick. For example, when the dog starts to roll over, click and reward him. Support him with hand gestures if necessary and adjust the timing of the click to encourage motivation and understanding.

  3. Behavior correction
    Goal:
    Reduce undesirable behavior such as barking at strangers or jumping up at people and replace it with desirable behavior.

    Application: Use
    the clicker ring to reinforce positive behavior. If your dog remains calm when a stranger walks past, click immediately and reward him. This teaches the dog that calm behavior is associated with positive consequences, which gradually reduces unwanted behavior.

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  4. Agility training
    Objective: To
    optimize performance and understanding in the sport of agility.

    Application: Use the CLICINO Clicker Ring to mark specific agility elements or various course instructions. Click when your dog takes a jump correctly or runs through the tunnel successfully. The precise marking of behaviors helps to make training more efficient and increase the dog's performance.

  5. Getting to know new environments
    Aim: To
    get your dog used to new environments and situations.

    Application: Use the clicker ring when your dog remains calm in a new environment or actively explores new things. As soon as he responds positively to your command, click and reward him. This promotes self-confidence and can help to reduce anxiety, making the dog more confident and relaxed.

  6. Search and find
    Aim:
    To encourage search behavior, e.g. when playing with balls or other toys.

    Application: Hide a toy or ball and click as soon as your dog goes in the right direction or finds the toy. This positive reinforcement motivates him to continue searching for the toy and playing. It reinforces successful finding and encourages learning through play.

  7. Cooperation with several dogs
    Objective: To
    promote teamwork and positive social interactions between several dogs.

    Application: With a group of dogs, you can use the CLICINO Clicker Ring to reinforce positive social interactions. Click when the dogs are friendly with each other and reward this behavior. This encourages the dogs to continue to show good behavior and strengthens the social dynamics within the group.

Conclusion
The CLICINO Clicker Ring is an indispensable tool in dog training that accelerates and simplifies the learning process thanks to its hands-free use and precise timing. By reinforcing positive behavior, dogs can be trained effectively while remaining motivated. The Clicker Ring helps to build a strong, positive relationship between humans and dogs and makes training a shared experience. Use it in different training situations and see how your dog's behavior changes permanently.

Matthias Schmid, founder and developer of CLICINO, sits next to his two dogs and hugs them.
Thisi Schmid
Founder, CLICINO Clicker Ring & Dog Trainer, Balance Dog School