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Key points at a glance:

  • Healthy rewards support concentration
  • Sugar and starch can negatively affect learning behaviour
  • The value of the reward influences motivation
  • Jackpot rewards are important for long-term training success
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1 Key points at a glance:
2 A healthy foundation for successful training
3 The ideal training reward
4 The importance of the jackpot reward
5 The right reward strategy
6 The right treat is the foundation for lasting training success

A healthy foundation for successful training

Choosing the right reward is crucial for training success. Just as with people, a horse’s diet directly affects its ability to concentrate and its mental performance. While sugary treats may be eagerly eaten, they can make training much harder. The rapid rise in blood sugar first causes a short phase of over excitement, followed by a drop in performance — an effect we know all too well ourselves after eating sweets.

Starchy rewards are also problematic. In a horse’s digestive system, starch is converted into sugar and has similar effects on behaviour. In addition, too much starch can lead to digestive issues, as horses — being natural grazers — are not designed to cope with large amounts of starch.

The ideal training reward

Biostickies have proven to be an ideal reward for training. These small, healthy pellets are made from pure, natural ingredients and contain no added sugar or starch. Their composition helps maintain consistent concentration without overexciting the horse. Another advantage is their standardised size — important for keeping reward intervals even during training.

The ingredients in Biostickies are carefully selected to support the horse’s natural metabolism. Thanks to their size and texture, they can be eaten quickly without interrupting the training flow. At the same time, they’re tasty enough to serve as an effective reward.

The importance of the jackpot reward

In clicker training, the “jackpot” — a particularly high-value reward — plays an important role. It’s used to mark exceptional achievements or breakthroughs during training. These special rewards help maintain motivation over longer sessions and create positive high points that the horse will remember.

The OKAPI Clickerli varieties are ideal as jackpot rewards. They stand out clearly from standard treats, both in flavour and texture. The different flavours add variety and prevent the horse from seeing the jackpot as “ordinary”. In particular, the OKAPI Wild Seed Munchies make an excellent jackpot — their crunchy texture and intense taste make them something special, clearly different from the usual training treat.

The right reward strategy

Successful clicker training combines different types of rewards:

Base reward (Biostickies):

  • Consistent quality
  • Healthy composition
  • Quick to eat
  • Supports steady concentration

Jackpot (OKAPI Clickerlis or Wild Seed Munchies):

  • Mark special moments
  • Strong motivational impact
  • Variety of flavours
  • Clearly distinguishable from the standard reward

Combining healthy, consistent base rewards with special jackpot moments creates a sustainable reward system that supports both the horse’s health and its motivation. It’s important to use the jackpot purposefully and not too often, so it keeps its special significance.

The right treat is the foundation for lasting training success

Choosing the right rewards is a key factor for successful training. Combining healthy Biostickies for consistent reinforcement with high-quality OKAPI Clickerlis for special achievement moments creates the ideal conditions for motivated, focused learning. This well-thought-out reward strategy not only supports training success but also takes the horse’s health needs into account.


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