Puppy Socialization goes Beyond Play
Puppy socialization is not just about playing with other puppies or being petted by humans. Practicing body handling, introducing novel…
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Modifier Cues in Action
When people think of dog training, they don’t often think beyond teaching basic cues. However, dogs are capable of so…
Teach Your Dog to “Leave It”
Have you ever dropped a pill and scrambled to pick it up before your dog rushed over to scarf it…
Teach Your Dog to Accept Eye Drops
As eye infections in dogs are common, your veterinarian may prescribe eye drops for your dog at some point. After…
Teach Your Dog a Controlled Retrieve
Is your dog obsessed with chasing balls and toys? It’s tempting to try and wear out your dog by mindlessly…
Using “Go Sniff” as a Reinforcer
Does your dog spend most of your walks sniffing the ground? Well, there’s a good reason for that! Unlike humans…
Puppy Socialization: Puppy’s First Vet Visit
Vet visits are stressful for many dogs. Being placed on strange surfaces and touched all over your body with strange…
KPA CTP Andre Yeu Featured on National TV
KPA CTP and faculty member Andre Yeu was featured recently on CTV’s morning show Your Morning. In a focused segment…
Interview with Juliana Willems
Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) faculty member Juliana Willems will lead the KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program in Washington, DC.…
An Introduction to Clicker Mechanics
What is the first step to becoming a good trainer? Good clicker mechanics! By practicing your clicker mechanics before you…
Karen Pryor Academy Announces Scholarships for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color
Waltham, MA, April 13, 2021—Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) is thrilled to announce Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) scholarship opportunities for people…
KPA CTP’s Dog-Enrichment School Gets the Spotlight in Asia
KPA CTP Joy Chia and her dog-enrichment school appear in a recent (March 21,2021) Channel News Asia (CNA) online article,…