These are really useful videos, I wish I could afford to have a dog of my own! I'll teach my parents Goldendoodle some fun things over the holidays :). Thanks.
ps. I don't mind if you don't smile, fake smiling is disturbing.
Hi Emily! Thoughtless here and I'm from Singapore. I simply love all the tutorial videos that you have posted in here and learning a lot from the videos. Do you ever train a police dog before?
I appreciate very much what you do. Thank you very much indeed. It would be delightful to meet you one day. Just sent me whenever you come to Greece :)
Emily, you are so amazing. I don't use a clicker or anything (I see the point in it, and I can plainly see that it works, I just feel more comfortable using my voice to mark behaviors). I used to use Positive Punishment training (using 'no' and 'ah-ah') but recently (as in within the past month) I've noticed a variety of things that were flawed with it. You've said in one of your videos that saying 'no' to a behavior will often make it harder to teach the dog new tricks, since he won't (Cont.)
(cont.) be as willing to try new things. This is true for my dog, Lobo. He's an akita/husky mix who can be very stubborn and hard-headed. I realized that he was nervous to try anything new because I have been 'forceful' with my approach, not realizing that I was doing more harm than good. I'm trying to change that now, so hopefully one day I can post an amazing video of Lobo doing some awesome tricks. So far, Lobo and I are both doing amazingly with this new method of 'Progressive Reinforcement'
I mean this in the nicest way possible) is that you NEVER smile! You are supposed to be positive, right? So smile! You always look really serious, sometimes angry! Has anyone else seen her smile? If you have tell me/send me the video and I will immediatly take it back.
@josski32 I can't 'fake' smiling. It's just not in my nature. I smile and laugh a lot, but I just can't fake it to get more views. I have a smile I do not like anyway and so I just try not to smile. I also grew up in a different culture, it's mainly in north america that people smile for the camera. In fact when I was teaching in Colombia recently, they asked me why I would smile every time they pointed a camera at me. There are maybe 3 videos were you will see me smile...
@kikopup Thank for responding. Sorry if I came off as mean, I was just wondering. That's funny about Colombia! P.S. I love you and your videos so I hope you didn't think badly of me when I said that.
@kikopup Ok, I get it now. That's funny about Colombia. I never thought that only North American people smile at a camera! I'm sorry if I came off as mean or ignorant, I really do look up to you and I love your videos.
[cont.] rson would give them a treat. So for instance, if there were three people and their names were Billy, Bob, and Joe, they would put the dog in the middle and Bob would say "Bob" and give him a treat. Then Billy would say "Billy" and give him a treat. Then Bob would say "Bob" again and give him a treat. Then Joe would say... etc... after they had all said their name about 10 times each, Bob might say "Billy," and Billy would hand him a treat, Joe might say "Bob" and then Bob would hand him
[cont.] I was wondering if you could make a video about how to teach your dog the names of people. I have an idea for this one but I thought (since you are the expert and I am not) that I could tell you what I was thinking and maybe you would modify it. Okay, so I was thinking that all the people you want to teach the dog would sit in a circle with your dog in the middle. Then they would each say their name and give the dog a treat. After a while, they would say another person's name and that pe
Emily, you are amazing. Your awesome videos are 100% free and 120% positive! I love them and I know anything I do with any dog with your training methods will ONLY benefit the dog and I. Thanks so much, I look up to you a lot. Some day I hope to be like you, a positive trainer traveling the world sharing her great dog training techniques with the rest of the world. I love all your amazing tricks. I was wondering if you take suggestions for trick/training ideas and if you do, I have a suggestion.
I'm really happy you made these videos. Before I started watching your video's i had already purchased an ebook on collar training, and was going to buy an e-collar. Max my (3mo.) Queensland heelers loves the clicker (sit, down, leave it, drop it are all good), he still struggles with heeling, he likes stop abruptly - treats and clicker seem to encourage him to do this more so that i have to lure him with a treat for him to walk again, as soon as he starts walking, he stops, and waits 4 treats?
Your videos are amazing, it is so good of you to take the time to help others train their dogs. I have a six year old mini foxy and a 7 year old mini foxy x chiwawa. The chiwawa is a rescue dog, I have only had him for around one month and he didn't know any tricks. I have been watching your videos for the past couple of weeks and because of you I have managed to teach both dogs basic understanding of skateboarding, sit, down, sit pretty, paw, other paw and leave it. :D
Emily, you are so awesome!!! I got my BC from a shelter after having been in 2 previous homes and she did come with some issues. My prior dogs were FRIENDLY with everyone, but through this dog I added some words to my vocabulary. I learned about "leash-reactivity" and how dogs communicate with each other in such subtle ways we usually miss it altogether. I tried clicker training with her, but she doesn't like noise and she is NOT food-driven at all. Any suggestions for dogs that don't "click"?
Hi Emelie, nice to meet you!! I really love your videos, thank you so much!! I love in a really little town, the next dog trainer lives about 45 min. With the car :/ but with your help now I can work and have fun with my dog :) thank you!
i have been youtubing dog training videos FOREVER and i have always felt something was missing and never believed in the techniques .. i come from a small country where u don't see much dogs as house pets , ur videos put a smile on my face and are very encouraging , it makes dog training sound sooooooooo easy ... THANK YOU very much and i really appreciate ur GREAT help
I think 'uh uh!' gets a bad rap - If you use it as a distraction, and reinforce with treats when used (dog looks away from what he was doing when you say it, you click and treat with praise), then it isn't aversive (positive) punishment. Context is everything, and a noise is just a noise. Even a smoochie kissy sound can become a punishment if paired with aversive techniques. This aside, I've enjoyed the videos, thanks :)
thank you kikopup-i really hate using intimidation- because of your videos i have bought a clicker and will be starting clicker training hoping to have happier and calmer dogs thank you!!!! keep up the good work!!!
thank you kikopup-i really hate using intimidation- because of your videos i have bought a clicker and will be starting clicker training hoping to have happier and calmer dogs thank you!!!! keep up the good works!!!
thank you kikopup-i really hate using intimidation- because of your videos i have bought a clicker and will be starting clicker training hoping to have happier and calmer dogs thank you!!!! keep up the good works!!!
Hi Emily - I remember your posting this video introducing yourself, and now that I have a video about my business on Youtube, I thought I would let you know. You can view it by searching for Canine Connection LLC on Youtube. My Youtube channel is ilovecanines.
thank you, thank you, thank you for your expertise!!
I train horses and your videos have helped more than any other method I've tried. Now my 10 year old Thoroughbred comes when I call him, waits for his food, shakes hands, bows, and many other tricks.
I think your principals can be applied to any animal.
Remember though, as someone has noted, positive reinforcement does not work on its own. Negative punishment is also needed to show what dog what doesn't get him a treat or walking forward or sniffing in a bush etc. As you rightly say, we don't want to use positive punishment as, simple, it isn't needed and we are risking using intimidation to 'train' or, more accurately, suppress behaviours. Keep up the good work, you are an amazing trainer!
Hello Emily, I just gotten my new chilhuahua at 2 months and I am trying to train her with the clicker. what is the best time of the day to train and what is the first thing I should start with. Also, she doesnt answer to her new name well how do i get her started but i will look to see if you have a video on that. Im glad to find you
Hello Emily, I just gotten my new chilhuahua at 2 months and I am trying to train her with the clicker. what is the best time of the day to train and what is the first thing I should start with. Also, she doesnt answer to her new name well how do i get her started but i will look to see if you have a video on that.
Hi Emily. I really like you as a trainer, you are really talented and your explanations and intruction are absolutly tops. Please don't snob me off about this comment I really want a reply. I don't have a problem with you being a positive reinforcement trainer, It is my first port of call. But Scientifically speaking...witholding rewards is negative punishment. What you should be saying is that you are against positive punishment. I use positive punishment because it teaches reliability.
Hi Emily. I can only repeat what everyone else has been telling you: "Thank you, you are doing a wonderful job"! I came across your videos by chance just as I had added my Cavoodle (Cavalier/Poodle mix) to our family. The kids, husband, grandma and neighbors all thought I am crazy when I started to follow your incredible step by step Clicker Training instructions. 4 days later Smokey can sit, shake, spin, ask (a loud bark) and many more useful things. Will post video soon. Thanks from Australia
Hi Emily, just to let you know that I´m your new fan. I live in Barcelona and we´re expecting a SBT puppy this weekend. All of your recommendations and tips will be put to use ;-)
In Psych class I learned there was 4 ways to get an animal or person to do what you want: adding something negative, taking away something negative, or adding something positive or taking away something positive. Thank you so much for teaching me the positive route as it is best for a loving bond between my dog Skully and I!!!
Would that still make me abusive? Its nice to have a sounding board or platform, but there are such extremes in the world. There are people in orlando florida in jail for burying their dog alive as punishment and then there is showing a dog that you care so much for them that you think it is very important to listen and stay. I don't for one second want to sit here and feel as though someone thinks I am a bad handler/companion. I love so much for dogs, and I think Piper would testify on mybehalf
is an incorrect behavior, and then switching attention to a correct behavior doesn't sound like punishment at all. Sounds like a caring parent. I just posted a video today of my pup hanging on a boxers face wrinkles while he stood there wanting to play fetch. I put my finger out (almost to give a distraction or visual cue) and said no maam, might have even raised my voice and deepened my tone. Then managed to redirect her to a tennis ball. I live my life for animals and there humane treatment
Man, I'd really like a chance to talk with you more directly and others like Zak George as well. I don't how people can apply blanket statements to things such as no or eh eh being a punishment. I love you, so don't get me wrong either. But, can't either of those words just as simply be put as a verbal cue for any trick. Dogs don't necessarily no our definitions for words, they know what we define the words to them as. Plus even if "no" was used as intended, letting a human or a dog know what
I recently rescued a puppy, and now I am training him. He is 14 weeks old. I am sorry to say I did not know about this method when I first got him and so have been using some punishment... like "no". I feel so much better about training him now that I have watched some of your videos. Thank you!
You've opened my eyes to clicker training. What I didn't know before watching these videos is that the clicker is used on the road to the final behavior - otherwise I simply found the noise annoying. I think my shy border collie mix is going to be living in a different world...I found these videos because I know he is bored and I wanted to do more with him. Also he has some bad behaviors from his life before me. Thank you.
Emily,I cannot thank you enough. Your videos are incredibly inspiring and informative. I have started clicker training today and I am already getting the results I want.THANK YOU
@awall2002 - Use the same techniques in clicker training but for humans (called TAG teach) and apply them to yourself. I.E. The tag point is: ALWAYS reward desired behavior. When you nail that to 90% you could change the tag point to NEVER punish. The opposite of rewarding is not punishing, it's refraining from rewarding. Thus this is more efficient. So, when doggie (or you) make a mistake, don't dwell on it, Try it again and reward correct behavior. Lower your criteria if necessary..
Thank you for sharing. I am a dog trainer who uses the leash and collar method. Upon returning from a reputable dog training school, my friend said that the training didn't fit "me". I taught this for 8 yrs.
I have a 6 month old golden retriever puppy and am attempting to use only positive reinforcement. We are making great advancements but its hard to stop my old habits. How can I learn to train this way for the benefit of my clients? It feels better.
I think this is awesome that you are willing to share your knowledge on YouTube for free. Your clips are done very well - concise and informative. I have been a fan for a long time :-) and often refer my students to check out your clips. Keep up the fantastic work.
Well, I guess it´s different with different dogs...I hate the clicker, that annoying sound...I prefer only using sounds that can actually come out of my mouth so I don´t have to carry that clicker everywhere I go for the rest of my life. And there is nothing wrong with correcting a dog, as long as you don´t hurt the dog or beat on the dog. I correct my child with hard voice and touch, why the hell should I think the dog will break into pieces if I disciplin it in the same manner as a child?
you are really amazing, i started watching your videos yesterday and couldn't stop for hours. I'm getting a puppy next weekend, can't wait to train her using techniques you showed. thanks a lot ;)
I love your videos! I am so inspired by you and I want to be a pro dog trainer Just like you! I am too young to acheive this yet! But I have trained my Chocolate Labrador over 70 commands, thanks to your techniques! I went to a Petsmart training class and the trainer physically abused her dogs! Iwill never se any other methods, and I love my dogs to death! Thanks to you and showing how amazing border collies and rescue dogs are, I am soon adopting a Border Collie/BC mix from my shelter!
i loved the fact that you introduced us to your dogs and to yourself as you would have never guessed things like.. kiko having no teeth for example or ever being misbehaving. I have ordered a clicker because i feel inspired by your videos and when it arrives i want to retrain my dog with better commands as we have always trained him with negative techniques and he still doesnt do what he is told all the time. thanx for posting and keep up the good work, i can't wait to start training
Just found your videos after looking for clicker training and I have to say I'm astounded how much you can do just with patience and a clicker. You do some amazing tricks even basic commands. I'm just after getting a 9 week old boxer, and only after 2 days I have her sitting and going in to her crate on voice commands just because of your videos. Thanks for the time and effort you put in to them.
I am very happy and grateful that you are showing us how to train with stricktly positive reinforcment! I have a boxer named Rocky who is 5 months, and we are in a puppy class and they are showing me to correct his behavior with eeh eeh. Im glad that you shared this info because he doesnt like when i say that he barks @ me! And im going to start clicker training with him! Thank You!
I was wondering, what do you think about Cesar Millan and his approach towards dog behavior? I was obsessed with his way of training with choke chain and dominance and submission and that until I saw your videos I have a 6 month old english bulldog. Everyone says they are stubborn and willful, would it be possible to train him using your methods? I haven't seen you working with any bulldog breeds that's why I ask . Thanks a lot
I love all of your videos. You explain everything clearly and thoroughly, so that people who aren't dog trainers (like me) can just watch and fully understand.
I took my 2 dogs to Traditional training classes, after 2 months they still didn't know 'down', then I found out bout clicker training and they learnt 'down' in 3 sessions. That was the proof I needed to carry on clicker training and your channel is full of valuable info. Thanks, keep up the good work!
Thank you for sharing this information wonderful training technique to us. I knew about the clicker, but your videos & your explanations really make sense to me, I love it. I have an Australian Shepherd, A Westie & a Chihuahua that I will be introducing your techniques to. I'm watching your videos 1st to make sure I do it correctly. Thanks so much! Maggie
I was going to write a long post about how amazing your videos are, but now I have more questions! My boyfriend and I recently adopted a very poorly bred (and severely neglected) Siberian Husky. We're assuming he had distemper when he was a puppy since all of the enamel on his teeth is gone. (There are other signs he had it as well.) We're planning on taking him in for teeth cleaning regularly, but I was wondering what you do (feeding etc) with Kiko's lack of teeth. Thanks so much!
Thanks for the Introduction. It's nice to meet you :) I love your techniques and subscribed to your channel. I ,for one, know clicker training really works because I taught my cat to come on command using one! I can't wait to start training my 2 recently recued dogs using your methods. Thanks so much for all the great training videos!!!!!
Two thumbs up Emily! Just saw this video have been soo busy moving to a new place. Me and Timmy are working on a new video tomarrow and if all goes well maybe we will have time to make an intro video as well.
And we are ever so greatful Emily :) I have a High Content Wolfdog and watch your videos very closely and he is learning soooo well!!!!! once we have everything down i will post some videos :)
Hi, Emily. I'm glad I found your Youtube videos again--I was in Italy when I first came across them. But now, I'm about to get a puppy and wanted to learn everything you have to teach. I tried clicking the subscribe button, but it doesn't take me anywhere.
Hy Emily! I'm so lucky I've found you and your three cute&amazing dogs on youtube!
I'm one of the persons who couldn't find a dogschool only teaching positiv reinforcement with the clicker-so I'm really greatful to you for advices and the love&time you put in your videos!If I ever come to America I would like to give you the largest bouquet flowers you ever get and a lot kisses!Thanks a lot ! Bridget&Dana
Hi Emily, I have watched with interest almost ALL your videos.Thank you so much. You have provided me with lots of inspirations in training my own tiny poodle.You are great..
You are doing an AMAZING JOB!!!! KEEP up the great work!! I love to watch the videos. I have a blind Aussie that I work with the clicker. Do you have any suggestion for my Chihuahua? He has a broken jaw, 5 teeth left and is DEAF. I hope I can figure out how to see if you response here on youtube, if not please could you e-mail to my name at the jooodeling website please. Im living in Cardiff, sunny CA and would appreciate your help. THANK YOU very very much
I love your channel. I was told too that you can't train dogs, especially reactive dogs, using only positive reinforcement. I have two border collies, one that is in the process of crossing over with me from using a choke chain and a clicker, and the other who I got as a puppy and have done pretty much all positive reinforcement (still trying to break the habit of using verbal corrections!). I'm training my younger one to be my service dog and I'm always referring to your videos. :)
Hi Emely, I'm wondering if you have any video on how to stop your dog from chasing bicycles. My puppy is a 5 month old border collie, and I have been using clicker training since I got her at 9 weeks.
When she sees a bike, she becomes fearful aggressive and lunges towards it. It doesn't react to treats or anything. I can make her sit and stay in front of another dog without approaching it but I need some help with the bike stuff.
I'll really appreciate your help. Your videos are a great help.
Thanks for the introduction! I already KNEW you were a special trainer from your videos which i just LOVE and thanks for sharing so generously of your knowledge!
Emily we REALLY appreciate your videos. We just adopted a rescue dog less than 2months ago and without your videos we wouldn't be where we are now with her. You can check out our youtube video of Mya and some of what we have taught her so far. We are trying so hard to train her like you do with positive reinforcement, but still catch ourselves saying no etc (old habbits die hard), but we have come a long way! We keep looking to youtube for more trick ideas. Again thank you!
Wow, great video:) You are such a wonderful clicker trainer and I love watching your videos! I will use positive reinforcement and clicker on my dog(GSD) too(I don't have a dog yet). Your dogs are doing amazing;). You're a huge inspiration for me and I'm so happy that I found R+ and clicker trainers here on youtube:)! (Sorry about my bad English)
Thank you for all your work, love and caring for dogs, and their owners. I really enjoy your videos. Kindness and positive works much better than negative. My Grandfather and Daddy both believed this and taught me. Thank you Emily! Kiko, Splash and Tug are all so adorable!!
Maybe you could show us how to stop puppies from biting all sorts of things when you leave them home alone.I don't like the idea of inprisoning my puppy in a kennel or cage, so I leave her loose in the room.Obviously I hide all the cables and everything that is dangerous.I tried to hide some treats all over the place, but she seems to like the carpet more..She bites it.I leave toys also, she's not interested.. :(
don't get me wrong, i love the work you do and i support clicker training and positive reinforcement, but i believe in a lot of situations it is possible and even appropriate to combine the two methods in a gentle and humane way that does not frighten or confuse the dog. i think there is a definite distinction between intimidating a dog into working for you and CALMLY telling them what you don't want. they do it with each other all the time, and i just don't think its ALWAYS damaging to the dog
@TingaTaco I think my video was a little confusing... I did think twice about it. I suggest you watch my video I made on clicker training versus using a clicker. In this video I simply talked very basically about things, I wish I had gotten more scientific, however I can refer people back to my other video for clarification. Clicker training is the subset of Op- +R and -P, so yes I do use "punishment"- as do other clicker trainers. What you are using with the dogs is -P
@TingaTaco ... you are removing the good thing. The difference is that you are not ADDING something, you are just denying reinforcement. If a dog was stressed they might actually want to be alone anyway... Arousal can be reinforcing so of course you want to interrupt it, so its not reinforced. And taking dogs out when there are too many is a good idea.
such as dogs bullying one another or picking fights. we always give the dogs fair warning (calling them out of the situation, rewarding them for doing so, redirecting, etc.) but if they persist after we've made it perfectly clear to them what we DO want, we calmly remove them from the daycare floor for about 30 seconds. it really becomes an issue of safety and well-being for all of the dogs, and i don't understand why time-outs have been lumped in with choke chains and shock collars
while i am an enormous advocate of reward based dog training and the concept of positive reinforcement, i'm wondering what your aversion is to the time out system (i.e. calmly and gently removing a dog from a situation when it is behaving inappropriately. i run a dog daycare and we base our behavior management system around treats, distraction, redirection and positive reinforcement. however, with 30+ dogs in a room together, many situations arise where a time-out is appropriate.
Emily, thank you for all your very cool and educational videos! You have inspired me so much! I was introduced to positive training a couple years ago, and I am so motivated to become a trainer myself! I have started training my chocolate lab using the clicker and she has become such a great dog to be around. Thank you for the introduction, it was great to know more about you and your pups. :)
curious what you think of cesar millan and his pack leadership philosophy... do you think that is or is not negative training? Love all of your videos btw -big fan!
@IRsuperman All I can say, is that this video I made as my introduction to help people understand that I like many other trainers (zoos, aquariums, the navy and army, and behaviorists) use only the Subset of Operant Conditioning (excluding positive punishment and negative reinforcement) . So I would not use any techniques based on Positive Punishment (which makes up the basis of Cesars interactions with dogs)
I LOVE your videos, I can't begin to tell you how helpful they've been to me and my rescue dog, Zooey! It's so rewarding to watch her try to figure out what I want her to do, and even more rewarding when she figures it out!
Thanks for all you do with this channel!! My dog Molly and I watch your videos and have learned alot, found a good local trainer because we didn't want that eh eh no stuff! My dog is a real sweetheart and your techniques get us closer to therapy dog testing! Thanks again!!
Can't wait till I can leave my dinner plate on the floor while I get a drink!!
Hey, thankyou so much for teaching people that using positive reinforcement works and you don't need to be cruel to your dog to train it. You are one of the very few fantastic trainers on YouTube. Keep up the good work and thankyou again :)
It’s so great what you’re doing. I create my channel only to subscribe yours :)
I know the theory of technique but is always better when you see it in action. And you gave me idea how make the dog to love be on his own when I thought my dog is hopeless example. Please keep doing this videos!!! You make my dogs live better
Okay, I give up. Where have they hidden the video-response button? I tried using the "Attach a video" thing to the right of the text-comment box, and it does not appear to have worked.
@JiveDadson sorry! I have it so I can approve them first, so that no one posts any shock collar videos as a funny joke etc. :) I LOVED your response! It should be up there now! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!! :)
I only wanted to say i love your videos and your dogs. You inspired me to work more with my dogs!
Thank you!
And I agree with you, people laugh at me all the time when I'm training Rufus on the street. They look at me and they don't understnad why I'm always with that "thing" (the clicker) and I'm always feeding my dog. One lady once said to me my dog was very fat because everytime we were ready for our walkie I was always giving him food! They can laugh now!
@doublewoof A neighbor of mine with two obese labs told me that Kiko was going to get fat from me training her with treats.... after she had known kiko for years...
Yes! Yes! I appreciate you and the videos. I've watched them all several times now and have been trying to share the technique (and your channel) with my friends who have dogs. It makes me sad how many people yell their dog's name in anger when making the kissy noise works so well to stop a behavior. I've learned alot from you.
Emily You are the best!!!!!! I can't get enough of you and your dogs. I love how well you have them working for you. I didn't know that about your precious Kiko having been sick and all that you told about her. That is amazing. I love your new baby Tug what a beautiful cutie!!! And of course the most beautiful Splash!!!!
You are a definite asset to the dog training world. And you too are beautiful! Its OK for me to say that I am old enough to be your MOM!
You're such an amazing dog trainer! Your video are so helpful and awesome. And can I just say that you have spectaccular fashion sense? Lol, I love your clothes. Hope that wasn't too weird of a thing to say...
clickers are for hippies? Lol, I was told them make dogs bite children :p Amazing the things people invent.
I was already training fairly positive when I found your channel, between you and an article on Karen pryors site, gave me the boost I needed to drop the NRMs, and the belief that animals can be trained without P+ became real to me.
You have inspired so many people. I hope you are proud of yourself. :) My dogs thank you. :)
i love this channel! You were the one who got me into positive reinforcement because I only have traditional trainers where I am from that use choke collars and all that crap. We are in a class (i wasn't aware they were using choke collars) and I refused to put one on my puppy, and he is doing better than the other dogs because I only use positive reinforcement! Thanks
yes i really do apperiate it, i am training both my dogs to be service dogs and really like your videos on teaching targeting touch. the thought popped into my head of this being one of the techs that i can teach my two dogs, the thought popped into my head just this morning about it. i would love to hear some more ideas from you on more techs that i can teach them . both dogs will be service dogs for my two boys that have disabitlitys, autism n ocd. and adhd w/ bipolar,odd and me whom is hoh.
I really appreciate your videos, I'm so glad you take the time to make them to share with us! It's great to be able to see how the clicker training works. I have been trying to train my dogs without no's or uh-uhs, but it's very hard to keep my mouth shut :) This week we adopted a 5mth old who has not had much training and she is responding happily to the clicker already. I can't afford to take the expensive clicker classes around here, so I really appreciate the videos.
@stefrobrts for some reason the comment to a different post was attached to yours!
I dont actually think classes are necc if you have the right info, you can go to a cafe, the mall, the park, the beach to work with your dog around distraction and to socialize. Its actually better because sometimes classes can be overwhelming for dogs. :)
That is totally understandable and I'm sure that many of us can relate to what you are feeling about doing the tape. But with all the great responses that you get and are getting, it was probably time for people to get to know you a bit more. To help them even more, if that makes sense. Keep listening to your heart!
@gothiclyimposible I have a video on that "CONTEST! and How to Teach: Head Shake" :) For the nodding it was something Splash already did, and I just clicked her doing it :)
These are really useful videos, I wish I could afford to have a dog of my own! I'll teach my parents Goldendoodle some fun things over the holidays :). Thanks.
ps. I don't mind if you don't smile, fake smiling is disturbing.
dadeskr 2 days ago
Hi Emily! Thoughtless here and I'm from Singapore. I simply love all the tutorial videos that you have posted in here and learning a lot from the videos. Do you ever train a police dog before?
TheThoughtless81 3 days ago
Congrats on the work you've been doing and thank you for sharing it with everybody. All the best
IIIrIpI7III 1 week ago
We appreciate your videos! Thanks for spreading the positive word.
Costellogrification 2 weeks ago
now i knew who are you!!!!!! tnx for the info.. about dogs... i really love your videos..
barokbarok19 3 weeks ago
kikodup :D
tatartak 3 months ago
Thanks a lot for sharing more about you. Do you have a website with more info. I'd like to hear more about the seminars that you have presented.
ginger8copper 3 months ago
I appreciate very much what you do. Thank you very much indeed. It would be delightful to meet you one day. Just sent me whenever you come to Greece :)
MrNeverblue 3 months ago
Love your work.
V3isM3 3 months ago
Emily, you are so amazing. I don't use a clicker or anything (I see the point in it, and I can plainly see that it works, I just feel more comfortable using my voice to mark behaviors). I used to use Positive Punishment training (using 'no' and 'ah-ah') but recently (as in within the past month) I've noticed a variety of things that were flawed with it. You've said in one of your videos that saying 'no' to a behavior will often make it harder to teach the dog new tricks, since he won't (Cont.)
TheKALProductions 3 months ago
(cont.) be as willing to try new things. This is true for my dog, Lobo. He's an akita/husky mix who can be very stubborn and hard-headed. I realized that he was nervous to try anything new because I have been 'forceful' with my approach, not realizing that I was doing more harm than good. I'm trying to change that now, so hopefully one day I can post an amazing video of Lobo doing some awesome tricks. So far, Lobo and I are both doing amazingly with this new method of 'Progressive Reinforcement'
TheKALProductions 3 months ago
Ok the only problem I have with you (and
I mean this in the nicest way possible) is that you NEVER smile! You are supposed to be positive, right? So smile! You always look really serious, sometimes angry! Has anyone else seen her smile? If you have tell me/send me the video and I will immediatly take it back.
josski32 4 months ago
@josski32 I can't 'fake' smiling. It's just not in my nature. I smile and laugh a lot, but I just can't fake it to get more views. I have a smile I do not like anyway and so I just try not to smile. I also grew up in a different culture, it's mainly in north america that people smile for the camera. In fact when I was teaching in Colombia recently, they asked me why I would smile every time they pointed a camera at me. There are maybe 3 videos were you will see me smile...
kikopup 4 months ago 16
@kikopup Thank for responding. Sorry if I came off as mean, I was just wondering. That's funny about Colombia! P.S. I love you and your videos so I hope you didn't think badly of me when I said that.
josski32 4 months ago
@kikopup Ok, I get it now. That's funny about Colombia. I never thought that only North American people smile at a camera! I'm sorry if I came off as mean or ignorant, I really do look up to you and I love your videos.
josski32 4 months ago
@josski32 She doesn't have to smile to be informative and generous. Think about whether you would still say this if a man were in her position.
susansvisage 2 months ago
@susansvisage True that. And informative and generous she is. :) I love Emily and I do not mean to offend her in any way.
josski32 2 months ago
I have a king Charles n half havanese. I am trying to train not to go to bathroom on floor just on pad. Not working he is 3 months old. Please help
Fikisgirl23 4 months ago
How do I subscribe to ur videos??
Fikisgirl23 4 months ago
@Fikisgirl23 you scroll up to the title, and right under/next to it should be the sub button.
josski32 4 months ago
[cont.] a treat, and Joe might say "Bob" again and Bob, again, would hand him a treat, etc.
josski32 4 months ago
[cont.] rson would give them a treat. So for instance, if there were three people and their names were Billy, Bob, and Joe, they would put the dog in the middle and Bob would say "Bob" and give him a treat. Then Billy would say "Billy" and give him a treat. Then Bob would say "Bob" again and give him a treat. Then Joe would say... etc... after they had all said their name about 10 times each, Bob might say "Billy," and Billy would hand him a treat, Joe might say "Bob" and then Bob would hand him
josski32 4 months ago
[cont.] I was wondering if you could make a video about how to teach your dog the names of people. I have an idea for this one but I thought (since you are the expert and I am not) that I could tell you what I was thinking and maybe you would modify it. Okay, so I was thinking that all the people you want to teach the dog would sit in a circle with your dog in the middle. Then they would each say their name and give the dog a treat. After a while, they would say another person's name and that pe
josski32 4 months ago
Emily, you are amazing. Your awesome videos are 100% free and 120% positive! I love them and I know anything I do with any dog with your training methods will ONLY benefit the dog and I. Thanks so much, I look up to you a lot. Some day I hope to be like you, a positive trainer traveling the world sharing her great dog training techniques with the rest of the world. I love all your amazing tricks. I was wondering if you take suggestions for trick/training ideas and if you do, I have a suggestion.
josski32 4 months ago
You really give great advice. Amazing that it's free. Thank you for sharing.
alexanderdewey 4 months ago
1:30 "....Uh no! Those are for hippies ... " I love it! Thanks for the videos!
chackett99 5 months ago 7
Your dogs are so amazing and adorable!
bumblesong 5 months ago
Hello can i get your mail :)??
amandaguff27 6 months ago
I'm really happy you made these videos. Before I started watching your video's i had already purchased an ebook on collar training, and was going to buy an e-collar. Max my (3mo.) Queensland heelers loves the clicker (sit, down, leave it, drop it are all good), he still struggles with heeling, he likes stop abruptly - treats and clicker seem to encourage him to do this more so that i have to lure him with a treat for him to walk again, as soon as he starts walking, he stops, and waits 4 treats?
aydinhartt 6 months ago
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ItsTammy4ever 6 months ago
@umfaisal is ur country around the middle east
ItsTammy4ever 6 months ago
Your videos are amazing, it is so good of you to take the time to help others train their dogs. I have a six year old mini foxy and a 7 year old mini foxy x chiwawa. The chiwawa is a rescue dog, I have only had him for around one month and he didn't know any tricks. I have been watching your videos for the past couple of weeks and because of you I have managed to teach both dogs basic understanding of skateboarding, sit, down, sit pretty, paw, other paw and leave it. :D
DoggiesCat 6 months ago
Emily, you are so awesome!!! I got my BC from a shelter after having been in 2 previous homes and she did come with some issues. My prior dogs were FRIENDLY with everyone, but through this dog I added some words to my vocabulary. I learned about "leash-reactivity" and how dogs communicate with each other in such subtle ways we usually miss it altogether. I tried clicker training with her, but she doesn't like noise and she is NOT food-driven at all. Any suggestions for dogs that don't "click"?
herdingdrive 6 months ago
Hi Emelie, nice to meet you!! I really love your videos, thank you so much!! I love in a really little town, the next dog trainer lives about 45 min. With the car :/ but with your help now I can work and have fun with my dog :) thank you!
AngieMorricone 6 months ago
i have been youtubing dog training videos FOREVER and i have always felt something was missing and never believed in the techniques .. i come from a small country where u don't see much dogs as house pets , ur videos put a smile on my face and are very encouraging , it makes dog training sound sooooooooo easy ... THANK YOU very much and i really appreciate ur GREAT help
umfaisal13 6 months ago
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simonlfoy 6 months ago
i am awed with your training videos. Your tricks are so fantastic they make my family giddy!
64duo 7 months ago
I think 'uh uh!' gets a bad rap - If you use it as a distraction, and reinforce with treats when used (dog looks away from what he was doing when you say it, you click and treat with praise), then it isn't aversive (positive) punishment. Context is everything, and a noise is just a noise. Even a smoochie kissy sound can become a punishment if paired with aversive techniques. This aside, I've enjoyed the videos, thanks :)
Jherad 7 months ago
I have a 4 month old Aussie he is very shy with other dogs and people do you have any tips?
Thanks~emily
leelers2009 7 months ago
thank you kikopup-i really hate using intimidation- because of your videos i have bought a clicker and will be starting clicker training hoping to have happier and calmer dogs thank you!!!! keep up the good work!!!
LORI (from the philippines)
lriveramd 7 months ago
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thank you kikopup-i really hate using intimidation- because of your videos i have bought a clicker and will be starting clicker training hoping to have happier and calmer dogs thank you!!!! keep up the good works!!!
LORI (from the philippines)
lriveramd 7 months ago
thank you kikopup-i really hate using intimidation- because of your videos i have bought a clicker and will be starting clicker training hoping to have happier and calmer dogs thank you!!!! keep up the good works!!!
LORI (from the philippines)
lriveramd 7 months ago
is splash eye sight bad one side is blue or white the other is brown
princessXanime1 7 months ago
That was a great intro. Will read on. Your accent is interesting.
Godophobe 8 months ago
Hi Emily - I remember your posting this video introducing yourself, and now that I have a video about my business on Youtube, I thought I would let you know. You can view it by searching for Canine Connection LLC on Youtube. My Youtube channel is ilovecanines.
ilovecanines 8 months ago
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ilovecanines 8 months ago
i have a 11 month old chi and she is sooooo shy, Humans and dogs. need help.
vidgirl4444 8 months ago
YOU'RE AWESOME! thank you:))
85loops09 8 months ago
Love your videos! Where did you get your BC from?
manatts5 8 months ago
Thank you SO much for posting these videos!!! They are a great tool for other trainers and dog behaviour students!!!! :)
Winnipegaussies 8 months ago
I'm having a lot of problems with my pit mix and really appreciate any help I can get!!!
shaybug84 9 months ago
you are the youtube star*
drdiego26 9 months ago
thank you, thank you, thank you for your expertise!!
I train horses and your videos have helped more than any other method I've tried. Now my 10 year old Thoroughbred comes when I call him, waits for his food, shakes hands, bows, and many other tricks.
I think your principals can be applied to any animal.
Thanks again and keep up the good work!!
RIDER10238 9 months ago
ohhh i love tug hahaha hes adorable but i seem to have trouble training smaller dogs any recommendations
waylon51913 10 months ago
Hahha those are for hippies!! Whenever someone says that it's just sounds cool rather than stupid :P
3Beanzz 10 months ago
Remember though, as someone has noted, positive reinforcement does not work on its own. Negative punishment is also needed to show what dog what doesn't get him a treat or walking forward or sniffing in a bush etc. As you rightly say, we don't want to use positive punishment as, simple, it isn't needed and we are risking using intimidation to 'train' or, more accurately, suppress behaviours. Keep up the good work, you are an amazing trainer!
mydogkanskidrums 10 months ago
Hello Emily, I just gotten my new chilhuahua at 2 months and I am trying to train her with the clicker. what is the best time of the day to train and what is the first thing I should start with. Also, she doesnt answer to her new name well how do i get her started but i will look to see if you have a video on that. Im glad to find you
ymlester213 10 months ago
Hello Emily, I just gotten my new chilhuahua at 2 months and I am trying to train her with the clicker. what is the best time of the day to train and what is the first thing I should start with. Also, she doesnt answer to her new name well how do i get her started but i will look to see if you have a video on that.
ymlester213 10 months ago
Hi Emily. I really like you as a trainer, you are really talented and your explanations and intruction are absolutly tops. Please don't snob me off about this comment I really want a reply. I don't have a problem with you being a positive reinforcement trainer, It is my first port of call. But Scientifically speaking...witholding rewards is negative punishment. What you should be saying is that you are against positive punishment. I use positive punishment because it teaches reliability.
skinnydogkew 10 months ago
Hi Emily. I can only repeat what everyone else has been telling you: "Thank you, you are doing a wonderful job"! I came across your videos by chance just as I had added my Cavoodle (Cavalier/Poodle mix) to our family. The kids, husband, grandma and neighbors all thought I am crazy when I started to follow your incredible step by step Clicker Training instructions. 4 days later Smokey can sit, shake, spin, ask (a loud bark) and many more useful things. Will post video soon. Thanks from Australia
inasomo 10 months ago
You need some text there, Emily--couldn't catch your last name!
beautdogs 11 months ago
Hi Emily, just to let you know that I´m your new fan. I live in Barcelona and we´re expecting a SBT puppy this weekend. All of your recommendations and tips will be put to use ;-)
Thanks for sharing.
pochobailey 11 months ago
In Psych class I learned there was 4 ways to get an animal or person to do what you want: adding something negative, taking away something negative, or adding something positive or taking away something positive. Thank you so much for teaching me the positive route as it is best for a loving bond between my dog Skully and I!!!
blacklanternz 11 months ago
Would that still make me abusive? Its nice to have a sounding board or platform, but there are such extremes in the world. There are people in orlando florida in jail for burying their dog alive as punishment and then there is showing a dog that you care so much for them that you think it is very important to listen and stay. I don't for one second want to sit here and feel as though someone thinks I am a bad handler/companion. I love so much for dogs, and I think Piper would testify on mybehalf
cfiidan 1 year ago
is an incorrect behavior, and then switching attention to a correct behavior doesn't sound like punishment at all. Sounds like a caring parent. I just posted a video today of my pup hanging on a boxers face wrinkles while he stood there wanting to play fetch. I put my finger out (almost to give a distraction or visual cue) and said no maam, might have even raised my voice and deepened my tone. Then managed to redirect her to a tennis ball. I live my life for animals and there humane treatment
cfiidan 1 year ago
Man, I'd really like a chance to talk with you more directly and others like Zak George as well. I don't how people can apply blanket statements to things such as no or eh eh being a punishment. I love you, so don't get me wrong either. But, can't either of those words just as simply be put as a verbal cue for any trick. Dogs don't necessarily no our definitions for words, they know what we define the words to them as. Plus even if "no" was used as intended, letting a human or a dog know what
cfiidan 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your videos.
SilentDarkWolf 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your videos.
SilentDarkWolf 1 year ago
I recently rescued a puppy, and now I am training him. He is 14 weeks old. I am sorry to say I did not know about this method when I first got him and so have been using some punishment... like "no". I feel so much better about training him now that I have watched some of your videos. Thank you!
yogilove01 1 year ago
You've opened my eyes to clicker training. What I didn't know before watching these videos is that the clicker is used on the road to the final behavior - otherwise I simply found the noise annoying. I think my shy border collie mix is going to be living in a different world...I found these videos because I know he is bored and I wanted to do more with him. Also he has some bad behaviors from his life before me. Thank you.
hardingfelefriend 1 year ago
Emily,I cannot thank you enough. Your videos are incredibly inspiring and informative. I have started clicker training today and I am already getting the results I want.THANK YOU
thekakeman 1 year ago
Emily,
thekakeman 1 year ago
You are amazing and INSPIRING!!! WOW!
resqboxer 1 year ago
@awall2002 - Use the same techniques in clicker training but for humans (called TAG teach) and apply them to yourself. I.E. The tag point is: ALWAYS reward desired behavior. When you nail that to 90% you could change the tag point to NEVER punish. The opposite of rewarding is not punishing, it's refraining from rewarding. Thus this is more efficient. So, when doggie (or you) make a mistake, don't dwell on it, Try it again and reward correct behavior. Lower your criteria if necessary..
TheFajsty 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing. I am a dog trainer who uses the leash and collar method. Upon returning from a reputable dog training school, my friend said that the training didn't fit "me". I taught this for 8 yrs.
I have a 6 month old golden retriever puppy and am attempting to use only positive reinforcement. We are making great advancements but its hard to stop my old habits. How can I learn to train this way for the benefit of my clients? It feels better.
awall2002 1 year ago
I think this is awesome that you are willing to share your knowledge on YouTube for free. Your clips are done very well - concise and informative. I have been a fan for a long time :-) and often refer my students to check out your clips. Keep up the fantastic work.
linda561usa 1 year ago
All positive I think is the best for tricks, after all its suppose to be fun for the dog :)
Your technique is very refreshing, here we only have the choke chain trainers :(
I think Kiko looks like an Italian Greyhound/chihuahua <3
Zchu 1 year ago
Well, I guess it´s different with different dogs...I hate the clicker, that annoying sound...I prefer only using sounds that can actually come out of my mouth so I don´t have to carry that clicker everywhere I go for the rest of my life. And there is nothing wrong with correcting a dog, as long as you don´t hurt the dog or beat on the dog. I correct my child with hard voice and touch, why the hell should I think the dog will break into pieces if I disciplin it in the same manner as a child?
neuroleptika 1 year ago
where did you learn how to do all the dog training?
missducky223 1 year ago
you are really amazing, i started watching your videos yesterday and couldn't stop for hours. I'm getting a puppy next weekend, can't wait to train her using techniques you showed. thanks a lot ;)
Eglemeu 1 year ago
I love your videos! I am so inspired by you and I want to be a pro dog trainer Just like you! I am too young to acheive this yet! But I have trained my Chocolate Labrador over 70 commands, thanks to your techniques! I went to a Petsmart training class and the trainer physically abused her dogs! Iwill never se any other methods, and I love my dogs to death! Thanks to you and showing how amazing border collies and rescue dogs are, I am soon adopting a Border Collie/BC mix from my shelter!
DelDogLuvr 1 year ago
i loved the fact that you introduced us to your dogs and to yourself as you would have never guessed things like.. kiko having no teeth for example or ever being misbehaving. I have ordered a clicker because i feel inspired by your videos and when it arrives i want to retrain my dog with better commands as we have always trained him with negative techniques and he still doesnt do what he is told all the time. thanx for posting and keep up the good work, i can't wait to start training
xSRjadiex 1 year ago
Just found your videos after looking for clicker training and I have to say I'm astounded how much you can do just with patience and a clicker. You do some amazing tricks even basic commands. I'm just after getting a 9 week old boxer, and only after 2 days I have her sitting and going in to her crate on voice commands just because of your videos. Thanks for the time and effort you put in to them.
richd70 1 year ago
I am very happy and grateful that you are showing us how to train with stricktly positive reinforcment! I have a boxer named Rocky who is 5 months, and we are in a puppy class and they are showing me to correct his behavior with eeh eeh. Im glad that you shared this info because he doesnt like when i say that he barks @ me! And im going to start clicker training with him! Thank You!
allizette 1 year ago
Hey Emily!
I love your videos! I have a 1 and 1/2 year female golden retriever.
I wanted to ask you some questions about clicker training and stuff... Do you have e-mail or any other way i can communicate with you??
Thanks a lot!!!!
rthompson995 1 year ago
I was wondering, what do you think about Cesar Millan and his approach towards dog behavior? I was obsessed with his way of training with choke chain and dominance and submission and that until I saw your videos I have a 6 month old english bulldog. Everyone says they are stubborn and willful, would it be possible to train him using your methods? I haven't seen you working with any bulldog breeds that's why I ask . Thanks a lot
Chipotlemaster 1 year ago
Splash looks like she is being really modest!
bubbles201022 1 year ago
Dog yodeling!
ann1ebme 1 year ago
I love all of your videos. You explain everything clearly and thoroughly, so that people who aren't dog trainers (like me) can just watch and fully understand.
Haappppppyyy 1 year ago
My question is how to train a whistle and speed sit from a distance.
KJCyr 1 year ago
I took my 2 dogs to Traditional training classes, after 2 months they still didn't know 'down', then I found out bout clicker training and they learnt 'down' in 3 sessions. That was the proof I needed to carry on clicker training and your channel is full of valuable info. Thanks, keep up the good work!
dcwylie87 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing this information wonderful training technique to us. I knew about the clicker, but your videos & your explanations really make sense to me, I love it. I have an Australian Shepherd, A Westie & a Chihuahua that I will be introducing your techniques to. I'm watching your videos 1st to make sure I do it correctly. Thanks so much! Maggie
callmaggie 1 year ago
You would make a great Mormon missionary.... You've got the mindless, "I've seen the light and so will you" face and voice down pat.
hilgy1188 1 year ago
it would be awesome if u could teach my crazy husky :D
she knows sit shake spin down up high five. but your tricks are awesome :D
tahrable 1 year ago
I was going to write a long post about how amazing your videos are, but now I have more questions! My boyfriend and I recently adopted a very poorly bred (and severely neglected) Siberian Husky. We're assuming he had distemper when he was a puppy since all of the enamel on his teeth is gone. (There are other signs he had it as well.) We're planning on taking him in for teeth cleaning regularly, but I was wondering what you do (feeding etc) with Kiko's lack of teeth. Thanks so much!
gunmomm 1 year ago
Thanks sooooo much for all your wonderful training videos. I love to watch them and learn something everytime!
triciakoontz 1 year ago
Thanks for the Introduction. It's nice to meet you :) I love your techniques and subscribed to your channel. I ,for one, know clicker training really works because I taught my cat to come on command using one! I can't wait to start training my 2 recently recued dogs using your methods. Thanks so much for all the great training videos!!!!!
BreezyLotus 1 year ago
Love your videos, Emily. I love your approach and the quality of your videos. Thank you for being willing to share for free! It has been so helpful.
shawnahulme 1 year ago
Two thumbs up Emily! Just saw this video have been soo busy moving to a new place. Me and Timmy are working on a new video tomarrow and if all goes well maybe we will have time to make an intro video as well.
AlmondBear 1 year ago
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AlmondBear 1 year ago
And we are ever so greatful Emily :) I have a High Content Wolfdog and watch your videos very closely and he is learning soooo well!!!!! once we have everything down i will post some videos :)
Your awsome!
APPLEHEAD2009 1 year ago
Great videos on clicker training and positive reinforcement. You give lots of great ideas
and guidance on teaching. Keep up the good work
happy4dogs 1 year ago
Hi, Emily. I'm glad I found your Youtube videos again--I was in Italy when I first came across them. But now, I'm about to get a puppy and wanted to learn everything you have to teach. I tried clicking the subscribe button, but it doesn't take me anywhere.
firebug47 1 year ago
do i have to buy clickers or can i only clap my hands or other clicker sounds!
Civicblabla 1 year ago
Hy Emily! I'm so lucky I've found you and your three cute&amazing dogs on youtube!
I'm one of the persons who couldn't find a dogschool only teaching positiv reinforcement with the clicker-so I'm really greatful to you for advices and the love&time you put in your videos!If I ever come to America I would like to give you the largest bouquet flowers you ever get and a lot kisses!Thanks a lot ! Bridget&Dana
Bridget3331 1 year ago
Hi Emily, I have watched with interest almost ALL your videos.Thank you so much. You have provided me with lots of inspirations in training my own tiny poodle.You are great..
pcywong2 1 year ago
I really appreciate your work. Your videos are a super help to me and my two whippets.
davdunc 1 year ago
I don't usually comment on ppls videos. But needed to thank you for your kind contribution.
The help/info you provide here is invaluable since most people can't afford pro dog training, but here they get help on how to help their own pets.
Thank you and keep up the work, girl!
PS- Hi from So Ca too
kumikoStarss 1 year ago
You are doing an AMAZING JOB!!!! KEEP up the great work!! I love to watch the videos. I have a blind Aussie that I work with the clicker. Do you have any suggestion for my Chihuahua? He has a broken jaw, 5 teeth left and is DEAF. I hope I can figure out how to see if you response here on youtube, if not please could you e-mail to my name at the jooodeling website please. Im living in Cardiff, sunny CA and would appreciate your help. THANK YOU very very much
Gotanimallove 1 year ago
what does kiko eat if she has no teeth
topdoggirl12510 1 year ago
your really cute:)
ajdelaguapo 1 year ago
I love your channel. I was told too that you can't train dogs, especially reactive dogs, using only positive reinforcement. I have two border collies, one that is in the process of crossing over with me from using a choke chain and a clicker, and the other who I got as a puppy and have done pretty much all positive reinforcement (still trying to break the habit of using verbal corrections!). I'm training my younger one to be my service dog and I'm always referring to your videos. :)
flamincomet 1 year ago
Hi Emely, I'm wondering if you have any video on how to stop your dog from chasing bicycles. My puppy is a 5 month old border collie, and I have been using clicker training since I got her at 9 weeks.
When she sees a bike, she becomes fearful aggressive and lunges towards it. It doesn't react to treats or anything. I can make her sit and stay in front of another dog without approaching it but I need some help with the bike stuff.
I'll really appreciate your help. Your videos are a great help.
Havematwilltrain 1 year ago
Thanks for the introduction! I already KNEW you were a special trainer from your videos which i just LOVE and thanks for sharing so generously of your knowledge!
twodraftmom 1 year ago
Emily we REALLY appreciate your videos. We just adopted a rescue dog less than 2months ago and without your videos we wouldn't be where we are now with her. You can check out our youtube video of Mya and some of what we have taught her so far. We are trying so hard to train her like you do with positive reinforcement, but still catch ourselves saying no etc (old habbits die hard), but we have come a long way! We keep looking to youtube for more trick ideas. Again thank you!
thatcrazyjack 1 year ago
you should make a fan page in FACEBOOK
facebook (dot) com/kikopup :)
yummyykaramel 1 year ago
Wow, great video:) You are such a wonderful clicker trainer and I love watching your videos! I will use positive reinforcement and clicker on my dog(GSD) too(I don't have a dog yet). Your dogs are doing amazing;). You're a huge inspiration for me and I'm so happy that I found R+ and clicker trainers here on youtube:)! (Sorry about my bad English)
mariswithdogs 1 year ago
Thank you for all your work, love and caring for dogs, and their owners. I really enjoy your videos. Kindness and positive works much better than negative. My Grandfather and Daddy both believed this and taught me. Thank you Emily! Kiko, Splash and Tug are all so adorable!!
chihuahuabulldog 1 year ago
Finally-- I have known yu for so long, but I don't KNOW you. :)
yaboobarb 1 year ago
Thank you. You have had a great influence in my decision to change dogschool. I have found a clickertraining dogschool now.
Sandra
The Netherlands
SandraSnel 1 year ago
Maybe you could show us how to stop puppies from biting all sorts of things when you leave them home alone.I don't like the idea of inprisoning my puppy in a kennel or cage, so I leave her loose in the room.Obviously I hide all the cables and everything that is dangerous.I tried to hide some treats all over the place, but she seems to like the carpet more..She bites it.I leave toys also, she's not interested.. :(
mayaismo 1 year ago
don't get me wrong, i love the work you do and i support clicker training and positive reinforcement, but i believe in a lot of situations it is possible and even appropriate to combine the two methods in a gentle and humane way that does not frighten or confuse the dog. i think there is a definite distinction between intimidating a dog into working for you and CALMLY telling them what you don't want. they do it with each other all the time, and i just don't think its ALWAYS damaging to the dog
TingaTaco 1 year ago
@TingaTaco I think my video was a little confusing... I did think twice about it. I suggest you watch my video I made on clicker training versus using a clicker. In this video I simply talked very basically about things, I wish I had gotten more scientific, however I can refer people back to my other video for clarification. Clicker training is the subset of Op- +R and -P, so yes I do use "punishment"- as do other clicker trainers. What you are using with the dogs is -P
kikopup 1 year ago
@TingaTaco ... you are removing the good thing. The difference is that you are not ADDING something, you are just denying reinforcement. If a dog was stressed they might actually want to be alone anyway... Arousal can be reinforcing so of course you want to interrupt it, so its not reinforced. And taking dogs out when there are too many is a good idea.
kikopup 1 year ago
such as dogs bullying one another or picking fights. we always give the dogs fair warning (calling them out of the situation, rewarding them for doing so, redirecting, etc.) but if they persist after we've made it perfectly clear to them what we DO want, we calmly remove them from the daycare floor for about 30 seconds. it really becomes an issue of safety and well-being for all of the dogs, and i don't understand why time-outs have been lumped in with choke chains and shock collars
TingaTaco 1 year ago
while i am an enormous advocate of reward based dog training and the concept of positive reinforcement, i'm wondering what your aversion is to the time out system (i.e. calmly and gently removing a dog from a situation when it is behaving inappropriately. i run a dog daycare and we base our behavior management system around treats, distraction, redirection and positive reinforcement. however, with 30+ dogs in a room together, many situations arise where a time-out is appropriate.
TingaTaco 1 year ago
Emily, thank you for all your very cool and educational videos! You have inspired me so much! I was introduced to positive training a couple years ago, and I am so motivated to become a trainer myself! I have started training my chocolate lab using the clicker and she has become such a great dog to be around. Thank you for the introduction, it was great to know more about you and your pups. :)
mishi8784 1 year ago
Emily I agree with everything you say 200%.
I just sent a vid of my Aussie boy Maïko with the tricks he knew at 6 1/2 months, sorry it' a bit longish. All done with clicker and all positive.
Once in a while, old habits like saying "no" do come back, but I'm trying hard not to.
The wrong people have TV shows (not saying that for Zak of course !).
Thank you for the tutorials, thanks for being you.
Never mind your teeth they are just fine.
THANK YOU ! ;-)
AgilityFox 1 year ago
@AgilityFox The world is changing slowly and I hope that one day there will be a trainer on tv, that doesnt use positive punishment :)
kikopup 1 year ago
you are a hottie.
edmondleeart 1 year ago
curious what you think of cesar millan and his pack leadership philosophy... do you think that is or is not negative training? Love all of your videos btw -big fan!
IRsuperman 1 year ago
@IRsuperman All I can say, is that this video I made as my introduction to help people understand that I like many other trainers (zoos, aquariums, the navy and army, and behaviorists) use only the Subset of Operant Conditioning (excluding positive punishment and negative reinforcement) . So I would not use any techniques based on Positive Punishment (which makes up the basis of Cesars interactions with dogs)
kikopup 1 year ago
I LOVE your videos, I can't begin to tell you how helpful they've been to me and my rescue dog, Zooey! It's so rewarding to watch her try to figure out what I want her to do, and even more rewarding when she figures it out!
weirdness281 1 year ago
Hey Emily! I recently found out of your videos and they have been a lot of help.
Do you have your own website?
Thanks a lot!
Maria.
1Msmery 1 year ago
Never saw a dog trainer like you! You've been great inspiration and taught so much. You're THE best!
DogsAreMyBestFriends 1 year ago
Thanks for all you do with this channel!! My dog Molly and I watch your videos and have learned alot, found a good local trainer because we didn't want that eh eh no stuff! My dog is a real sweetheart and your techniques get us closer to therapy dog testing! Thanks again!!
Can't wait till I can leave my dinner plate on the floor while I get a drink!!
foxyred813 1 year ago
Hey, thankyou so much for teaching people that using positive reinforcement works and you don't need to be cruel to your dog to train it. You are one of the very few fantastic trainers on YouTube. Keep up the good work and thankyou again :)
caseylee94 1 year ago
Hey, some of my best friends are hippies! No offense, right? hahaha
Birdwatchernw 1 year ago
@Birdwatchernw hehe, my parents were hippies...
kikopup 1 year ago
i tried to attach video .. Did you get it ? :)
elisahafdis 1 year ago
@elisahafdis yes!!! I loved it! its attached!
kikopup 1 year ago
GREAT INTro, AND LOVE how you have shown there are other ways of training!!!
bordergirlsmom 1 year ago
YOU'RE THE BEST!
yummyykaramel 1 year ago
It’s so great what you’re doing. I create my channel only to subscribe yours :)
I know the theory of technique but is always better when you see it in action. And you gave me idea how make the dog to love be on his own when I thought my dog is hopeless example. Please keep doing this videos!!! You make my dogs live better
goharosen 1 year ago
Okay, I give up. Where have they hidden the video-response button? I tried using the "Attach a video" thing to the right of the text-comment box, and it does not appear to have worked.
JiveDadson 1 year ago
@JiveDadson sorry! I have it so I can approve them first, so that no one posts any shock collar videos as a funny joke etc. :) I LOVED your response! It should be up there now! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!! :)
-Em
kikopup 1 year ago
"Youtube was my only way to find out" :p
Thank you , Emily, you have inspired me so much : D
buddbb 1 year ago
@buddbb that is too awesome for words! :)
kikopup 1 year ago
I only wanted to say i love your videos and your dogs. You inspired me to work more with my dogs!
Thank you!
And I agree with you, people laugh at me all the time when I'm training Rufus on the street. They look at me and they don't understnad why I'm always with that "thing" (the clicker) and I'm always feeding my dog. One lady once said to me my dog was very fat because everytime we were ready for our walkie I was always giving him food! They can laugh now!
doublewoof 1 year ago
@doublewoof A neighbor of mine with two obese labs told me that Kiko was going to get fat from me training her with treats.... after she had known kiko for years...
kikopup 1 year ago
Yes! Yes! I appreciate you and the videos. I've watched them all several times now and have been trying to share the technique (and your channel) with my friends who have dogs. It makes me sad how many people yell their dog's name in anger when making the kissy noise works so well to stop a behavior. I've learned alot from you.
suezn5 1 year ago
@suezn5 thanks! I appreciate it! :)
kikopup 1 year ago
Emily You are the best!!!!!! I can't get enough of you and your dogs. I love how well you have them working for you. I didn't know that about your precious Kiko having been sick and all that you told about her. That is amazing. I love your new baby Tug what a beautiful cutie!!! And of course the most beautiful Splash!!!!
You are a definite asset to the dog training world. And you too are beautiful! Its OK for me to say that I am old enough to be your MOM!
Please keep making your videos
BarbWalk 1 year ago
@BarbWalk I will keep making them until all the subjects of training a dog are covered, which means for ever... gulp...
kikopup 1 year ago
You're such an amazing dog trainer! Your video are so helpful and awesome. And can I just say that you have spectaccular fashion sense? Lol, I love your clothes. Hope that wasn't too weird of a thing to say...
KelseyTVS 1 year ago
@KelseyTVS really? I dont have that many clothes... so I always wear the same clothes in my videos... Converse never go out of style anyway!
kikopup 1 year ago
It is great to see you spreading the word about positive training
jp25knots 1 year ago
clickers are for hippies? Lol, I was told them make dogs bite children :p Amazing the things people invent.
I was already training fairly positive when I found your channel, between you and an article on Karen pryors site, gave me the boost I needed to drop the NRMs, and the belief that animals can be trained without P+ became real to me.
You have inspired so many people. I hope you are proud of yourself. :) My dogs thank you. :)
VTECsqznN2O 1 year ago
@VTECsqznN2O yes, I am very grateful to people like Karen Pryor and all the other famous trainers who don't use any forms of positive punishment
kikopup 1 year ago
I APPRECIATE IT!
GrafferDusk 1 year ago 4
@GrafferDusk THANKS!!!!
kikopup 1 year ago
i love this channel! You were the one who got me into positive reinforcement because I only have traditional trainers where I am from that use choke collars and all that crap. We are in a class (i wasn't aware they were using choke collars) and I refused to put one on my puppy, and he is doing better than the other dogs because I only use positive reinforcement! Thanks
jaymejamjar 1 year ago
@jaymejamjar Your welcome! :) It takes a lot of guts to go against a so called "professional"
kikopup 1 year ago
along with your other vidoes as well
Dalmatianlovergirl84 1 year ago
yes i really do apperiate it, i am training both my dogs to be service dogs and really like your videos on teaching targeting touch. the thought popped into my head of this being one of the techs that i can teach my two dogs, the thought popped into my head just this morning about it. i would love to hear some more ideas from you on more techs that i can teach them . both dogs will be service dogs for my two boys that have disabitlitys, autism n ocd. and adhd w/ bipolar,odd and me whom is hoh.
Dalmatianlovergirl84 1 year ago
@Dalmatianlovergirl84 Have you seen supernaturalbc2008 's videos? She is super awesome and her videos are specifically for training service dogs!
kikopup 1 year ago
@kikopup no i havent seen her videos but i will be sure to check them out. thank you so much for the recommendation.
Dalmatianlovergirl84 1 year ago
I really appreciate your videos, I'm so glad you take the time to make them to share with us! It's great to be able to see how the clicker training works. I have been trying to train my dogs without no's or uh-uhs, but it's very hard to keep my mouth shut :) This week we adopted a 5mth old who has not had much training and she is responding happily to the clicker already. I can't afford to take the expensive clicker classes around here, so I really appreciate the videos.
stefrobrts 1 year ago
@stefrobrts Awesome! Good luck with your classes! :)
kikopup 1 year ago
@stefrobrts for some reason the comment to a different post was attached to yours!
I dont actually think classes are necc if you have the right info, you can go to a cafe, the mall, the park, the beach to work with your dog around distraction and to socialize. Its actually better because sometimes classes can be overwhelming for dogs. :)
kikopup 1 year ago
great job
wolf3102 1 year ago
That is totally understandable and I'm sure that many of us can relate to what you are feeling about doing the tape. But with all the great responses that you get and are getting, it was probably time for people to get to know you a bit more. To help them even more, if that makes sense. Keep listening to your heart!
azmauigirl 1 year ago
lol.. its so awesome that u can do that! how did u teach your dog to nod and shake his head?
gothiclyimposible 1 year ago
@gothiclyimposible I have a video on that "CONTEST! and How to Teach: Head Shake" :) For the nodding it was something Splash already did, and I just clicked her doing it :)
kikopup 1 year ago
I love your videos !! I feel like i have found a hidden treasure on youtube.. i get my pup i two weeks time sooo excited
good luck with the channel everybody loves you xxx
lainybee1987 1 year ago