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WIN A FAMILY TICKET TO A CASTLE COMBE CIRCUIT RACE MEETING!

Castle Combe Circuit is offering HEY! readers the chance to win a ‘Family Ticket’ (2 adults plus children under 17 years go free) to a Castle Combe Circuit Race Meeting of their choice 2014! There are 10 x race meetings to choose from including the ‘Great British Race Off’ on Easter Monday through to the Autumn Classic on Sunday 6th October. Check out www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk for the full list of Race Meetings 2014 and what’s on offer at each! To win, simply answer the following question:

WHERE IS CASTLE COOMBE CIRCUIT? WIN FAMILY TICKETS TO WOOKEY HOLE

Britain’s most spectacular caves and legendary home of the infamous Witch of Wookey…Revamped, restored and totally remarkable, the new Wookey Hole Experience is bursting onto the 2014 holiday scene in an explosive mix of HISTORY, MYSTERY & FUN. Wookey Hole, a wonderful & unique Somerset family attraction.

Come for a great Somerset day out, or stay longer at The Wookey Hotel.

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HOW MANY YEARS AGO DO ARCHAEOLOGISTS BELIEVE PEOPLE LIVED IN THE CAVES? WIN A FAMILY SWIM

Avalon Leisure manages four leisure centres located in Frome, Wells, Street and Glastonbury as well as a Lido in Shepton Mallet, on behalf of Mendip District Council and in partnership with Western Community Leisure.

You can choose to swim at Wells Leisure Centre, Frome Leisure Centre or Strode Swimming Pool in Street.

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WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE POOL AT WELLS LEISURE CENTRE?

WIN PINK ZINC IN-LINE SKATES

Cruise around in style with the Zinc In-line Skates Pink and Purple Size 13 to 3. With a slick pink and purple design, these zippy skates are the coolest way to travel. They can be adjusted to fit UK shoe sizes 13 to 3 and feature secure ratchet straps, comfy padding and durable wheels. Suitable for skaters aged five and up with a maximum weight of 20kg. To win, simply answer the following question:

WHAT PROTECTIVE GEAR WILL YOUR WEAR WHEN SKATING?

WIN A CONNECT 4 DUNK GAME

Attack the tower and bring down your opponent in Connect 4 Dunk.

Launch the discs into the tower from the flick-powered launcher, and sink four shots before your opponent to win. If you want an extra challenge, can you land four shots in a row? Suitable for two players aged six and up.

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DECEMBER WINNERS

Cian Barlow from Midsomer Norton Primary School won family tickets to Bath Rugby.

Grace Hemmings from the Academy of Trinity has won a start line drivers gift voucher.

Abi Wilcox from Farmborough Primary School has won a free pass to Junction 21.

Tamsin Rowcliffe from Paulton Junior School has won and unlimited rides voucher for the Grand Pier in Weston Super Mare.

To be in with a chance of winning these fantastic prizes, simply visit www.heymag.co.uk and click on the Competitions button, complete the form and enter your answers. It couldn’t be easier! Closing date for entries: 3rd March 2014

Oliver Roberts from St John’s Primary School has won a years subscription to Reading Eggs.

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TUDOR DAY AT ST JOHN’S

WINNERS OF £100!

On the 19th December pupils in year three at St John’s Primary School enjoyed a day from Tudor times as the finale for their topic. Oranges and cloves were used to make pomanders tied up with ribbon; the Tudors used these to keep things sweet smelling.

Pupils worked in a scriptorium, using ink made from oak galls, to create some beautiful illuminated letters.

Sam, Molly and Alfie are the proud winners of £100 for entering the ‘find the word’ competition at the Midsomer Norton Lantern Fayre evening in December.

The children visited each shop on the list and wrote down each letter they found. Once all letters had been gathered they put them together to spell a Christmas word. All of the entries were entered into a prize draw and Sam, Molly and Alfie’s family were the lucky winners of £100 to spend as they wish. Alfie and Sam attend Midsomer Norton Primary school and Molly attends Fosseway School.

The competition was sponsored by HEY! Magazine and we were proud to present the children with their cheque.

Everyone was dressed in Tudor style costume and they had a fantastic time.

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Blending valuable experience from her career in childcare with her passion for Yoga, Jo Benwell offers a great activity for pre-school and primary aged kids - Yorarillaz. It’s not your normal Hatha yoga; each posture is represented by an animal, an object, or something in nature. This allows the whole class to use their imagination and explore the world around them from the comfort of their own mat!

Using stories, songs, games and rhymes, the children are encouraged to speak, listen, take turns and respect each other, gaining self-awareness and self-confidence within a group setting. Breathing techniques are effective for bringing mindfulness to each posture and improving concentration and we always finish with relaxation to bring a sense of calm to those busy growing minds.

Classes are adapted to different ages and can be included within schools and nursery settings. Jo has recently started pre-school classes and after-school classes for primary ages at Victoria Hall in Radstock.

There are free trial class on offer for new starters, so book a place for your child to have a go!

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GET CREATIVE WITH FAMILY FUN IN THE HALF TERM HOLIDAYS A variety of fun craft sessions are on offer at Bath & North East Somerset Council’s museums this half term for children and families to create their own historic characters, Valentine’s treats and colourful artworks.

The Roman Baths will be running free “Flavian fashion & Clothes by Claudius” family drop-in sessions from Monday 17 to Friday 21 February, from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm. Children can dress as a Roman and create a fabulous

figure to take home. Admission to the Roman Baths is free to Discovery Card holders and children must be accompanied by an adult.

There is also the opportunity to get hands on with archaeology with an afternoon handling session at the Roman Baths on Wednesday 19 February, from 3pm to 4pm.

Free “Keep safe my heart” drop-in events at the Fashion Museum on Tuesday 18 February, from 10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm, offer the chance to explore the Museum’s special Georgians exhibition and decorate a keep-sake box for your loved one. Entry to the Fashion Museum is free for Discovery Card holders. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Children aged 3 to 5 can unleash their creative side with “Who am I?” at the Victoria Art Gallery on Thursday 20 February (10.30am-11.30am & 2pm-3pm).Youngsters can look at people in the Gallery paintings, listen to a story, dress up and create a collage portrait.

This is followed on Friday 21 February by “Weatherwise” at the Victoria Art Gallery (10.30am-12pm & 1.30pm-3pm) where children aged 6 to 11 can try different techniques to create weather scenes in paint, collage and pastels.

Both Victoria Art Gallery workshops cost £4 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult and places must be booked in advance on 01225 477233.

For more details of heritage events including listings, the online leaflet and website links for the Roman Baths, Fashion Museum and Victoria Art Gallery, visit www.bathnes.gov.uk/ heritageevents or pick up a leaflet in your local library.

MIDSOMER NORTON KUMON STUDY CENTRE Does your child lack confidence in Maths and/or English skills?

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Kumon is the UK’s largest provider of after-school support for students ranging from 3 years to 19 years of age. It suits all abilities, as it is an individually tailored programme that promotes confidence, concentration and independent learning, whilst at the same time developing Maths and English skills to enable the student to solve problems and stay ahead at school.

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PURR-FECT DRAMA AT CHEW STOKE

COUNTERFEIT CHILDREN’S HATS WARNING

Mr Mistofelees, Rum-Tum-Tugger and Grisabella were all present - when the pupils of Chew Stoke Church School performed their amazing version of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s -“CATS”. The children, who had rehearsed the show in their own time at their after school Drama Club, put on the moving performance for staff, parents and other pupils. With fantastic singing, great costumes and amazing makeup it really felt like “The West End” had come to Chew Stoke. At the end of the performance the pupils thanked volunteer parents, Mrs Ruth Donlevy and Mrs Caroline Baines, for running the club by presenting them with bouquets of flowers. We can’t wait for the curtain to go up on their next performance Pictured: Pupils from Chew Stoke Church School performing ‘Cats’.

Dangerous counterfeit hats which could strangle a child have been seized by Bath & North East Somerset Council as a safety precaution. The hats, sold for between £5 and £10, are designed to be fastened under the chin but the fake versions do not release if caught on play equipment like a slide or toy car door. Safety tests found the under-chin ties on the hats – which are of well-known characters such as The Muppets, Angry Birds and Hello Kitty – form a noose which does not break under pressure. Bath & North East Somerset Council Trading Standards Officers are now issuing a warning to parents. For further advice, or to report the sale of other potentially dangerous items, please contact Trading Standards via the Citizen’s Advice Consumer Helpline on 08454 040506.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT NURSERY FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD A B C D E F G H I J K L MN O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z To help both you and your child, it is critical that both of you are happy and confident with your choice of nursery. Knowing that your child is in a safe, high-quality environment as you go to work or training is hugely reassuring.

You should always visit more than one nursery before you make a decision about where you wish to place your child. This will give you a better view of the variety of nurseries available as some will suit you and your child’s individual needs more than others.

First of all you need to look at what nurseries are available in your area.You should consider what is going to work best for you; for example, do you want a nursery near home or work/college? As part of this, you should think about what will work for your child, for example, if you have a long commute it may be preferable to locate a nursery on your route.

Once you have shortlisted the nurseries you wish to visit, contact the nursery and ask for information about what they do and offer.

High-quality nurseries will either have a brochure/prospectus or set of information they can send you in the post or a website which you can visit. This will help you to gain more information about their services, fees and environment before you visit and allow you to collate the questions you wish to ask based on this information.

Once you have made your appointments to visit the nurseries you will need to think about the questions you want to ask, what you want to look for and note the legal requirements the nursery has to follow. Nurseries come in all shapes and sizes, and you and your child may prefer a larger or smaller nursery or one that offers a particular service - you should take your child on these visits to help you understand what they may prefer.

When you first arrive at the nursery for your appointment you should note your first impressions. Ask yourself: • Are there dedicated parking spaces, or somewhere you can pull in easily to take your child out safely?

• How does the nursery operate its entry system?

• Upon answering the door was the member of staff welcoming, polite, friendly and professional? Was the door answered in a prompt manner?

• Does the nursery have a friendly, clean and safe feel to it from those first impressions?

Remember if you are not happy with any aspect of the nursery, look elsewhere, and if you leave the visit and have further questions, any quality nursery will be happy to answer these over the phone, or welcome you for a further visit.

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WHAT’S ON FEBRUARY 14 FEBRUARY

CLASSIC CINEMA Showing Rebecca at Midsomer Norton Town Hall from 2pm to 4.30pm.

15 - 23 FEBRUARY

FAIRY AND ELF ADVENTURE AT PRIOR PARK Collect clues around the garden and unravel mysteries. Dress up as a fairy or elf and maybe you will catch a glimpse of one of our secretive residents. Craft activities are available in the summer house. £1 per trail, Normal admission prices apply. 10am till 4.30pm daily Prior Park Gardens, Ralph Allen Drive, Bath.

15 - 2 MARCH

5 A DAY AT BRISTOL ZOO £5 entry for children this half term – when you bring along one of the following fruit or vegetables: Broccoli, lettuce, pear, apple or carrot Listen to 5 interesting animal talks during half term. Visit 5 animal exhibits on the 5-a-day trail, collecting fruit and vegetable stamps along the way! Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol.

17 - 21 FEBRUARY

PIRATE HALF TERM AT FLEET AIR ARM MUSEUM Stage show and sing a long with Cap’n Jack Sparrow lookalike and his scurvy mates. Track down secret treasure and learn to speak like a pirate. Children’s fancy dress.

Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, 01935 840565

18 FEBRUARY

HALF TERM IN BISHOP SUTTON WITH WPA Come build a Community! Use all sorts of things such as Cardboard, Scrap parts, Drawing, Paint and lots of other things to create your own model community. Wick Rd Play Park, Wick Rd, Bishop Sutton.

19 FEBRUARY

HALF TERM AT SOMER VALLEY ADVENTURE PARK WITH WPA Come build a Community! Use all sorts of things such as Cardboard, Scrap parts, Drawing, Paint and lots of other things to create your own model community. 10am till noon.

19 FEBRUARY

DINOSAUR ZOO AT COLSTON HALL Observe and interact with extraordinary life-like dinosaurs in this fun, entertaining and highly imaginative live show. But watch out – not all of these ravenous reptiles are as tame as they seem!

Children can watch wide-eyed from a safe distance or dare to get right up close to the creatures. A tyrannosauric treat for all aged three and over. £13.44 to £16.13 incl. booking fee. www.colstonhall.org/shows/dinosaur-zoo 0117 9223686

19 - 22 FEBRUARY

GRANDPAS RAILWAY From the team behind the highly acclaimed Sunflowers and Sheds and Mavis Sparkle, comes M6’s brand new original production for children and families. Featuring live music, a working model railway and a coachload of surprises, our playful characters embark on an evocative journey that explores the past, illuminates the present and lays new tracks for the future.

The Egg, Theatre Royal, Bath www.theatreroyal.org.uk

22 FEBRUARY

FAMILY CINEMA Family Showcase: Monsters University @ Midsomer Norton Town Hall. 2:30 pm – 4:15 pm children £3, adults £5, families £12 (2 adults, 2 children). A look at the relationship between Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University – when they weren’t necessarily the best of friends.

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SOMERSET FARMERS MARKET Hollies in Midsomer Norton from 9.00am to 1.00pm.

1 - 6 MARCH

BENEATH THE TREES A dreamlike theatrical experience in a magical interactive Forest of Arden...Come and play in a forest clearing where fairies and fools, animals and flowers, nature and magic are woven together.

A place of transformations, safe experimentations and misrule!

A chance to find “tongues in trees, books in the running brooks, sermons in stones and good in everything”. Dress for adventure, go wild! The Egg, Theatre Royal, Bath www.theatreroyal.org.uk

7 MARCH

CELEBRATE PANCAKES WITH PUXTON PARK’S DISCO AND PANCAKE PARTY GAMES 6:00 – 8:00pm Members £4 per child, non-members £6 per child, children aged 3yrs and under are FREE (1 adult free with a paying child) adults £2. Puxton Park, Hewish 01934 523500.

15 - 16 MARCH

FALCONRY WEEKEND AT PUXTON PARK Get up close and personal with the birds of prey on Puxton Park’s falconry weekend. Gary the falconer will be on hand to tell you all about these beautiful animals along with his team.

Times: 11am - Bird of Prey Display 1pm - Bird of Prey Display 2pm - Owl Encounter (£1pp) Treasure Hunts throughout the day at the falconry centre.

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HAVE FUN WITH CUCUMBER RACE CAR WITH RADISH DRIVER Turn a cucumber into a Formula One racer with this creative idea.

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TUNA FISH SANDWICH For a kid-friendly lunch with a protein punch, try this lighter version of the midday classic.

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FUNKY FRUIT SNACK Give your child’s after-school snack an appealing twist with a homemade hybrid.

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FOOD

Sometimes children just need a little inspiration to try new things. With this collection of ways to make food more fun, you’ll encourage your children to play with their food and enjoy it.

STRAWBERRY MICE These fun mice made of strawberries and almond slices will have your kids happily nibbling on a healthy snack in no time.

Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.

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SNAIL SNACK This silly-looking snack may appear to be moving at a snail’s pace, but it goes together - and disappears quick as a wink.

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Could you be gluten sensitive?

Most of us have experienced bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea and headaches from time to time, but if these symptoms are appearing more regularly then you could benefit from a gluten-free diet.

Gluten is a protein composite found in foods processed from wheat and related grain species, including barley and rye.

Most of us can digest this with no trouble but those suffering with gluten sensitivity will develop the aforementioned symptoms. This newly emerging condition may affect up to six per cent of the population and can be easily confused with other gluten related disorders. As a result gluten sensitivity can be hard to detect and diagnose and so it is vital to go to your GP for a thorough medical assessment.

Don’t let cutbacks squeeze goodness from your diet Economic pressures inevitably put a strain on family finances as household budgets bear the brunt of price increases and wage freezes.

New research has revealed that one in five Brits are eating less healthily due to the rising cost of living and more than half believe their health has suffered because of the recession.

Eating plenty of fruit and veg doesn’t have to be expensive - there are lots of affordable ways to get your five-a-day - and save money. Buy loose fruit and vegetables rather than pre-packed as these can be as little as half the price.

Look for supermarket deals on fruit

and vegetables, such as buy one get one free offers. Buy in season - fruit and vegetables are usually cheaper.

Shun supermarkets for your local greengrocer or farmers’ market where fruit and veg are usually cheaper.

Replace your morning or afternoon snack with a piece of fruit. A banana or apple costs around 20p - a third of the price of most chocolate bars or crisps.

Don’t throw away vegetables which are about to go out of date. Use them in stews, soups and casseroles which you can freeze and eat another time.

Youngsters more savvy about saving than adults Young people have a thing or two to teach their elders about being financially savvy. Whether it’s the impact of the economic climate or seeing their parents struggle to make ends meet, the younger generation is getting the message about overspending and the necessity of saving rather than borrowing.

Out of 1,000 parents and children

who participated in a savings survey, 81 per cent of youngsters say they have their own bank accounts and have deposited money over the last year. By comparison the average adult consumer has borrowed £4,221, not counting their mortgage. Even children who are too young to get summer jobs are finding ways to save, with 78 per cent saying they save some

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What are head lice and nits?

Head lice are tiny grey/brown insects.

They are about the size of a sesame seed. Head lice cling to hairs but stay close to the scalp, which they feed off.

Head lice lay eggs, which hatch after 7-10 days. It takes about 10 days for a newly hatched louse to grow into an adult and start to lay eggs.

Treatment for head lice This will take 5-15 minutes to check each head, depending on hair length and thickness. It is also used as a treatment for head lice • Wash the hair in the normal way with ordinary shampoo.

• Rinse out the shampoo and put on

lots of ordinary conditioner.

• Comb the hair with a normal comb to get rid of tangles.

• When the hair is untangled switch to a detection comb. This is a special fine-toothed comb.

• Slot the teeth of the detection comb

into the hair at the roots so it is touching the scalp.

• Make sure that all parts of the hair are combed by working around the head.

• If you see any lice, clean the comb by wiping it on a tissue or rinse it before the next stroke.

• After the whole head has been combed, rinse out the conditioner.

• Repeat the combing procedure in the wet hair to check for any lice that might have been missed the first time.

This needs to be carried out every 3 to 4 days to catch the lice as they hatch.

Working to smash stereotypes Top tips for a perfect The stereotype of mums dropping everything at work and running home when their child has so much as a night’s sleep sniffle has been smashed by a new report into families working in the UK. The study has found women are more engaged at work than men and there is no difference between parents and non-parents regarding levels of commitment to work and professionalism.

The Happy Homes Productive Workplaces report also reveals work stress is more damaging to relationships at home than home stress is to work. The study by the One Plus One relationships research charity and Working Families suggests

or all of their pocket money.

At the start of 2014, seven out of 10 of us say we are keeping a closer eye on our budgets in a bid to be prudent and financially savvy.

employers should recognise how the two spheres impact on each other and how reducing work stress can create a virtuous circle, bolstering home relationships which can help employees through difficult times in the workplace.

Bedtime should be a chance to unwind, forget the stresses of the day and relax with a good book or a warm drink, before drifting off into a blissful state of sleep. However, the reality is quite different for many people, who find going to sleep an ongoing nightly battle. If you are one of those people who lie awake wondering how some people just seem to drift off effortlessly with no trouble at all, then you may find these top tips quite handy.

In order to keep ourselves happy and healthy, both in mind and body, there are several steps that you need to take. Many of us know the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet and making time to exercise and get our cardio levels up, but some people do not consider the importance of sleep in maintaining the body and keeping you in tip-top condition.

Top tips for a perfect nights sleep: Choose a big enough bed Say no to caffeine before bed Take steps to unwind Regulate body temperature Have a warm bath before bed

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We celebrate Valentine’s Day, because until 1969, it was one of the many Saint’s Days observed by the Catholic Church. It was dedicated to the patron saint of romantic causes, St.Valentine.

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Early Christians saw Valentine’s Day as a way to honour St. Valentine, of whom there were actually three. The Catholic Church recognizes three saints by that name, all who were martyred on February 14.

The St.Valentine the day is named for was, most likely, a priest in the 3rd century who performed secret marriages when the Roman Emperor Claudius II thought single soldiers were more likely to enlist in the army. That St.Valentine was imprisoned and executed on February 4, 270. It is believed he was responsible for giving the jailer’s blind daughter back her eyesight, and before his execution, he sent her a note saying, “From your Valentine.” The phrase is still widely used on valentines today.

It wasn’t until 1537 that St.Valentine’s day was declared an official holiday. England’s King Henry VIII, known for his ways of disposing of wives, declared February 14th a holiday. It was another century and a half before religious devotional cards became non-religious cards to reflect the change in the holiday.

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Clicker training works in four basic steps 1. Get the desired behaviour 2. Click the behaviour while it’s happening (not afterwards) 3. Reward your pet immediately 4. The click means the end of the exercise so allow your pet to relax and enjoy their treat before you start again

CLICKER TRAINING YOUR PET Clicker training is a really great way of teaching your pet new things in a positive way and making learning fun for both of you.You can clicker train any animal, including dogs, cats, horses and rabbits.

WHAT IS CLICKER TRAINING?

Clicker training is a positive training method based on rewarding an animal for good behaviour.Your pet learns to understand that the sound of the click means “that’s right” and that a food treat is coming.

A click is more effective than your voice for two reasons. Firstly, your mood will influence how you sound and can make your voice inconsistent. Secondly, by the time you’ve praised your pet they might have moved on to something else. A clicker gives a quick, clear and consistent signal to your pet.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

All you need to get started is a special clicker and some food treats.

You can buy clickers online and at most pet shops and they only cost a couple of pounds. Before you start using one, check to make sure your pet isn’t scared of the sound.

GETTING STARTED

Find a quiet area where you and your pet can concentrate. With your pet beside you, click once and then immediately give them a treat. Don’t point the clicker at your pet or click too close to their ears. Repeat this a few times until your pet becomes alert to the sound of the click and looks to you for a treat.

NEXT STEPS

Now your pet has made the association between a click and a treat you can start to teach them new skills.

One of the easiest things to start with is to teach them to touch an obvious target, like a mat on the floor, a ball on a stick or your hand.

As your pet approaches the target, click and treat.You don’t have to wait until they touch it because you’re shaping their behaviour and rewarding small steps towards the end goal. At this stage let the clicker speak for itself – if you say anything it could be distracting.

When your pet actually touches the target, click immediately and reward them with extra treats so they know they’ve hit the jackpot.

Soon your pet will see a target and go straight to it and at this point you can start to add a word that indicates what you want your pet to do. For instance, if your pet is about to touch the target, say “touch”, wait for them to touch the target and then click and treat.

Repeat this over the next few days until the cue alone prompts your pet to go and touch the target. Then you can progress to only clicking and treating. So if your pet touches the target without you asking them to you don’t click and treat. Once your pet only touches the target when you ask them to you can start phasing out the click, which also means phasing out the treats. But it’s important that you still make sure they know they’ve done well, whether it’s telling them “good boy” or giving them a scratch, or giving them treats every now and then.

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