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How to Crate Train Your Dog

The holiday season is a joyous time for humans. It’s full of festive parties, holiday décor, delicious treats, and visitors.…
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December 2018 KPA CTP of the Month: Teoti Anderson

Teoti Anderson, KPA CTP, CPDT-KA, Vice President of A Dog’s Best Friend in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has provided professional dog-training…
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Choosing the Paws-itively Perfect Toy for Your Dog

‘Tis the season for finding that perfect gift for those we love, and for many of us that includes the…
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Give Thanks for Pets

If you are hosting Thanksgiving this year, your focus is probably on the bird—not the dog. But to ensure a…
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Interview With KPA Faculty Member Shelly Brouwer

Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) faculty member Shelly Brouwer will lead a KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) National program in Boulder,…
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Congratulations to the 2018 Zoe Shelter Scholarship Recipients

Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) and Dr. Lisa White, DVM, founder of Veterinary Behavior Management Solutions in Cincinnati, Ohio, are pleased…
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November 2018 KPA CTP of the Month: Heather Adams

Heather Adams, KPA CTP, first discovered Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) through an internet search as she sought help for Sadie,…
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Dos and Don’ts of Pet Halloween Costumes

The Dos and Don’ts of Halloween Costumes for PetsAccording to an article in the New York Post, 31 million people…
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2018 Zoe Shelter Scholarships Available

In honor of Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month, Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) is proud to announce the availability of four Zoe Shelter Scholarships…
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October 2018 KPA CTP of the Month: Lynne Stephens

Lynne Stephens, KPA CTP, is a canine agility specialist, trainer, and seminar presenter. She is the co-owner of DogLogic Training…
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Define Positive for Me…

DEFINE POSITIVE FOR ME…A recent article in the Psychology Today e-magazine discusses the challenge of finding true positive reinforcement animal…
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September 2018 KPA CTP of the Month: Beth Mullen

A career change in 2008 saw Beth Mullen, KPA CTP, CBCC, CPDT, incorporate her interest in animals of all species…
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