What Is a Natural Reinforcer?
Have you ever wanted to reward your dog for a job well done, but didn’t have food treats with you?…
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March KPA CTP of the Month: Samantha Milner
Samantha (Sam) Milner, KPA CTP, had heard about the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program, but attending…
Teaching “Leave It” On Walks
Are your daily walks more like scavenger hunts for your dog? Food and garbage on the ground are often irresistible…
Tunnel Training
Teaching your dog to run through a tunnel is a perfect introduction to agility training, as well as backyard fun!…
Teaching Tactile Cues
If you have ever visited a dentist who proceeded to fill a cavity without considering your readiness or comfort level,…
February KPA CTP of the Month: Taryn Schultz
As a high-school student, Taryn Schultz’s senior project was to volunteer at a dog training organization in her hometown of…
Low-Cost Enrichment Through Shaping
Shelters can be a stressful environment for dogs. Fortunately, there are simple, low-cost enrichment activities that can be implemented to…
Station Training with Cats
Does your cat beg or swat at you while you are fixing his/her food? Station training, teaching your cat to…
Introducing a Puppy to Bath Time
Dogs, especially puppies, like to play and get dirty and need to be bathed regularly. However, just the sound of…
Have Fun with Training
Training is an essential part of being a responsible pet parent. However, training your dog is not just about teaching…
Building Confidence with Training
If you work at or have ever visited a shelter, you know these dogs: the shy dogs that cower in…
Teach Your Dog to Get On and Off the Couch
There are times when you want to share your couch with your dog. After all, there’s nothing better than snuggling…