October 2019 KPA CTP of the Month: Jade Fountain
Jade Fountain, KPA CTP, has trained a multitude of species, studied with many of the most renowned animal training and…
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Interview with Laurie Luck
Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) faculty member Laurie Luck will lead KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program in St Louis, (application…
KPA’s Train Your Cat Course in the News!
In a recent online news article about training the family cat, KPA’s Train Your Cat course was recommended. Emphasizing that…
Teach Your Dog to Offer a Paw
If your dog pulls away when you touch his paws, you are not alone. Many dogs dislike having their paws…
Michele Pouliot and Deja Demonstrate Prance Ahead
Imagine moving across a dance floor, with every move in synch with the music. Now imagine your dog dancing with…
KPA Trainers Recommended in Recent New York Times Article
Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training & Behavior (KPA) was lauded recently by Wirecutter, the product review site owned by…
Teach Your Puppy to Enjoy Collar Handling
Nothing is more frustrating than reaching for your puppy only to have him back away just out of your reach.…
Shaping a Head Dip
Shaping, the process of teaching a new behavior by breaking it down in small increments, is a great way to…
Can Dogs Count?
When we think of animal training, we don’t often think beyond teaching certain cues. However, Ken Ramirez encourages everyone to…
Teach Your Dog to Back Up to a Target
Teaching a dog to back up is important for many dog sports, as it is a fundamental skill. However, did…
September 2019 KPA CTP of the Month: Michael Baugh
Michael Baugh, KPA CTP, has trained dogs since 1999, but has a background in communications that extends back even further.…
Help Your Dog Feel Comfortable Wearing a Cone
They are called “cones of shame” for a reason. Most dogs have to wear one of those awkward, plastic, lamp-like…