“The ABC of SA has a great website with lots of interesting articles and features as well as a list of accredited behaviourists. As part of your yearly subscription you will receive monthly newsletters, information on upcoming events and talks as well as access to a host of other pertinent information. Any person who is interested in the concept of animal behaviour irrespective of standing is welcome to join.” The website is www.animal-behaviour.org.za
RECOMMENDED COURSES - DOGS - CLICKER
Clicker with a chicken - Courtesy Clicker Training Concepts
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Tracking - Courtesy Clicker Training Concepts
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Clicker Training - Courtesy Clicker Training Concepts
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Clicker Training Concepts - www.clickersa.co.za : Tel (0) 83 333 6172
Maxine@clickersa.co.za : Presenter : Maxine Quinton
Clicker Workshops
Clicker Workshops are held for people interested in learning the technique of clicker training, and who wish to get hands on experience in a group situation. Workshops include both theoretical and practical sessions. Attendees have the choice of bringing an animal with them, the only proviso being that the animal is well socialised i.e. not likely to get stressed by being in a room with other animals and people. Non-traditional animals are welcome – we have had animals such as meerkat, parrot, chicken, rat, horse and cat participate at various workshops. This gives people an opportunity to see how successful clicker training techniques are amongst different species. Active participation is encouraged, with the emphasis being on succeeding whilst having fun.
There are three modules offered, but attendees must have completed Module 1 in order to attend Modules 2 and 3. Each workshop runs for one day, from 9 a.m. until 4.30 p.m. Cost is reasonable at under R1000 per workshop, which includes teas and lunch.
Clicker training is a win-win means of training, with the animal controlling the rate of learning.
There are three modules offered, but attendees must have completed Module 1 in order to attend Modules 2 and 3. Each workshop runs for one day, from 9 a.m. until 4.30 p.m. Cost is reasonable at under R1000 per workshop, which includes teas and lunch.
Clicker training is a win-win means of training, with the animal controlling the rate of learning.
Chicken Clicker Workshops
CHICKEN CLICKER WORKSHOPS are workshops in which only chickens are trained. These are geared towards improving handler skills. In the words of Bob Bailey “training is a mechanical skill”. In this workshop, focus is placed on improving observational skills, handling skills, hand-eye coordination and timing.
Chickens are used because they are fast - timing and observational skills have to be really good to enable the trainer to click the precise behaviour they want to reinforce. With a chicken, what you train is what you get. What you reinforce, they repeat.
The workshop is hands on, with everyone getting involved in training various behaviours. Emphasis is placed on ensuring the welfare of the chicken and on the handlers succeeding whilst having fun. These workshops are an entertaining and educational experience for chicken and handler alike!
Chicken workshops run for one day, from 9 a.m. until 4.30 p.m. Cost is reasonable at under R1000 per workshop, which includes teas and lunch.
Chickens are used because they are fast - timing and observational skills have to be really good to enable the trainer to click the precise behaviour they want to reinforce. With a chicken, what you train is what you get. What you reinforce, they repeat.
The workshop is hands on, with everyone getting involved in training various behaviours. Emphasis is placed on ensuring the welfare of the chicken and on the handlers succeeding whilst having fun. These workshops are an entertaining and educational experience for chicken and handler alike!
Chicken workshops run for one day, from 9 a.m. until 4.30 p.m. Cost is reasonable at under R1000 per workshop, which includes teas and lunch.
FODS.co.za - www.scottysdogs.co.za : admin@fods.co.za : 073 735 0469
Presenters : Scotty Valadao : Charmaine du Toit
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Clicker Masterclass for Dog Owners
For the everyday dog owner wanting to understand and use this wonderful modality to strengthen the bond between them and their dog. We will cover learning Theory , the mechanics of clicker and work on techniques using shaping, targeting, capturing and eliciting behaviours. Encourages your dog to think, wonderful mental stimulation and loads of fun. Roll over,high five, clean your paws, loose leash walking and go to place are some of the tricks we will be covering. |
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Clicker Masterclass to become an Instructor
The Instructors Masterclass covers precisely the same as the Clicker Masterclass with the exception that there will be compulsory assignments which include
The pass mark for Instuctors is 70%. |
The course is held twice a year and consists of 8 sessions on a Sunday morning from 9 - 11a.m.. The fee is R1750 for course and credit card facilities are available. The next course starts in June 2016 and participation is limited to a maximum of 8, so book early to avoid disappointment. Visit our website for dates www.scottysdogs.co.za
