July KPA CTP of the Month: Sarah Stoycos
Sarah Stoycos, owner of Laughing Dog Academy in Rockville, Maryland, embarked on a transformative journey in 2009 when she completed…
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Michele Pouliot Teaches Head in a Prop
Canine freestyle, also known as musical freestyle, is a modern sport where dogs and handlers perform dazzling choreographed routines set…
Teach Your Dog to Wait at a Gate
One of the essential skills every dog should learn is waiting patiently at a gate or doorway. Teaching your furry…
June KPA CTP of the Month: Nathan Andrews
Nathan Andrews, hailing from Federal Way, WA, graduated from the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program in…
Preparing Your Pet for Vet Visits
Visiting the veterinarian can be a stressful experience for both pets and their guardians. From the unfamiliar smells to the…
The Pizza Delivery Game
Many pet parents and their dogs struggle when they try to apply the tools and techniques that they learned in…
Kindness First: Celebrating Karen Pryor’s 92nd Birthday
Karen Pryor’s 92nd birthday not only marks a milestone in her life but also serves as a poignant reminder of…
Training Your Dog Outside of Formal Training Sessions
Pet guardians often focus exclusively on training sessions for teaching pets new skills and reinforcing good behavior. However, effective training…
What Is a Therapy Dog?
When the demands of life can be overwhelming, a furry remedy has been providing comfort in various settings: the therapy…
May KPA CTP of the Month: Merissa Kreidler
In the world of dog training, Merissa Kreidler, KPA CTP, is a beacon of knowledge, always willing to share her…
The Power of Tactile Reinforcement in Cat Training
In the world of pet companionship, cats often march to the beat of their own drums. Independent and discerning, as…
Ken Ramirez Receives ABMA Lifetime Achievement Award
How many lifetime achievement awards in the training field can one person win? At least three! Congratulations to our very…