When training a dog it is best to start very early, when it is still just a puppy.
If it is too late for this and your puppy is already a bit older (6 months +), it is still possible to train using a clicker.
Here are a few tips to get you started with clicker training your puppy or dog.
Using these tips will give you a solid foundation for more advanced training.

1. Start off by getting your pet used to the sound of the clicker.
   To do this, stand in front of him/her and click the clicker, followed immediately by giving a treat.
   After you are certain your pet understands that a click equals a treat, go to the next level.
   Use a marker stick (wooden dowel with colored tape at one end, and hold it out in front of you.
   Your pet will most likely touch the stick with its nose to smell it.
   Click at the exact moment the nose touches to teach him/her that now he/she needs to figure out how to make your click the clicker.
   Continue this until your pet knowingly touches the marker with its nose in order for you to click and give a treat.
   Progress to more advanced tasks or commands as you see fit.
   
2. Break down more complex tasks or commands into baby steps.
   
3. Use the best treats your pet likes to get him/her to work harder to accomplish what you are asking.
   Some of the things dogs like best are pieces of chicken breast, steak, and other meats.
   
4. NEVER get frustrated and scold your pet for not understanding what you are asking of them during training!

Following these guidelines will put you on the right track when it comes to clicker training your pet.