Those whom I've worked with knows I use a mix of verbal cues & markers (communication) with the dogs majority of the time. I also incorporate clicker training in my sessions. Interestingly enough, I've received feedback mentioning clicker training seem to be a bit too cold. Feels like treating our dog as a robot.
"Clicker training, or mark and reward, is a form of positive reinforcement dog training. The clicker or marker communicates the exact moment your dog does what you want. The timing of the click is essential and every click must be followed by a reward."
"A clicker is simply a small mechanical noisemaker. The techniques are based on the science of animal learning, which says that behaviors that are rewarded are more likely to be repeated in the future. So rather than focusing on what your dog is doing wrong, and taking good behavior for granted, clicker training flips the script and concentrates on what your dog is doing right."
What do you think?