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Teach Your Cat to Target

Targeting, where an animal touches an object with her nose or paw, is not just a useful behavior for dogs—it…
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Shaping Success: Strategic Treat Placement

Strategic treat placement is a key part of dog training, yet it is often overlooked. The placement of reinforcement during…
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March 2019 KPA CTP of the Month: April Williams

One of the first graduates of the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program held in Australia, April…
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How to Transfer a Cue

Cues should always be clear and consistent. However, cues do allow for some flexibility and can be transferred. Are two…
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Teach Settle on a Mat

Teaching your dog to settle on a mat is very useful—for both practical and safety reasons. Dogs need a safe…
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Dog Saves Valentine’s Day

Dogs make the best Valentines—today and every day! They love unconditionally, are faithful and unselfishly devoted, and can always make…
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What it Means to Be a KPA CTP: Michelle Mullins

Michelle Mullins is the owner of and Director of Training at Honest To Dog, LLC. She provides private, in-home training,…
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Chin Rest Behavior for Veterinary Care

Teaching your dog a chin rest is useful for building cooperation during medical, such as vaccinations, administration of medications, and…
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February 2019 KPA CTP of the Month: Sherry Nativo

Sherry Nativo, KPA CTP, assists pet parents with the everyday, and the unexpected, issues that arise with animals. Private lessons,…
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Make Your Shelter a Bark-Free Zone

Constant barking is stressful for shelter dogs, staff, and visitors. A small shift in routine management can reduce the noise…
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The Shaping Game

Shaping is the process by which you gradually teach a dog a new action or behavior by rewarding him during each step of…
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Teach Your Dog Directionals

Did you know that you can teach your dog the difference between left/right, up/down, or over/under? The second course in…
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