Flip the Switch with Shaping
Shaping, teaching a new behavior by breaking it down in small increments, is an essential tool for teaching complex (and…
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Puppy Socialization from Home: Polite Greetings
Most dogs are social animals, which is why teaching puppies the appropriate way to greet other dogs is a critical…
Using Toys as Reinforcers
Have you ever wanted to reward your dog for a job well done, but didn’t have food treats with you?…
Interview with Jen Biglan
Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) faculty member Jen Biglan will lead the KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program in Dublin (East…
Cooperative Care: How to Administer Ear Drops
In the course of their lifetimes, most dogs will get an ear infection that requires ear drops. However, administering ear…
Training is Fun for the Whole Family
The joy of raising a family dog should be a great family experience. One of the benefits of clicker training…
Interview with Alexis Davison
Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) faculty member Alexis Davison will lead KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) programs in Sydney, Australia (application…
Puppy Socialization: Check It Out!
Socializing is more than introducing your puppy to lots of people and animals—it’s also about exposing your puppy to everyday…
Teaching Foundation Behaviors: Drop It
Teaching dogs to “drop it”—to release an object that they have—is an often-overlooked skill. However, it is probably one of…
How to Teach Cooperative Nail Trims: Kitten Edition!
Many cats are just as frightened of nail trims as their humans are of giving them. However, by taking a…
Teach Your Dog to Retrieve Everyday Items
What if your dog could bring you his/her bowl—or even a beer? Training a dog to retrieve everyday items is…
Shelter Enrichment for Cats: The Target Game
The shelter environment is stressful for dogs, and for the people who work there, but the environment is especially stressful…