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December KPA CTP of the Month: Sarah Walsh

Sarah Walsh, KPA CTP, CDPT-KA, studied zoology and business administration to earn her bachelor’s degree. After graduation, she was eager…
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November KPA CTP of the Month: Tisha Knickerbocker

Tisha Knickerbocker, KPA CTP, offers a range of dog-training services, from basic family manners to training for the fun, games,…
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October KPA CTP of the Month: Sarah Hoth

Sarah Hoth, KPA CTP, entered the dog training field in a familiar way: she adopted a dog and needed advice,…
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September KPA CTP of the Month: Chelsea Murray

Chelsea Murray, KPA CTP, began her career as a dog trainer after earning a degree in biological sciences at the…
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August KPA CTP of the Month: Consuelo López

Consuelo López, KPA CTP, halted a study of literature to return to her greatest passion, horse riding. In addition to…
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June KPA CTP of the Month: Jill Sackman

The life of Jill Sackman, DVM, PhD, KPA CTP, has always included companion and show animals. A veterinarian specializing in…
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June KPA CTP of the Month: Kiki Yablon

Kiki Yablon, KPA CTP, has journeyed from new-dog owner to established and respected dog trainer in the Chicago area—following a…
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May KPA CTP of the Month: Tabitha Kucera

Tabitha Kucera, KPA CTP, CCBC, CRVT, is dedicated to strengthening the bond between animals and humans. Her business, Chirrups &…
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April KPA CTP of the Month: Amber Quann

Amber Quann, KPA CTP, CPDT-KSA, is the owner and head trainer at Summit Dog Training in northern Colorado. She is…
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March KPA CTP of the Month: Will Brunz

Will Brunz, KPA CTP, owns and runs Columbia Mountain Kennels (CMK) along with his wife, Andrea. Now a positive-only trainer,…
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February KPA CTP of the Month: Sarah Surritt

Sarah Surritt, KPA CTP, CPDT, CGC, was drawn to volunteer work at the San Diego Humane Society when she had…
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January 2020 KPA CTP of the Month: Eva Berginc

Eva Berginc, KPA CTP, completed the World format of the KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program in 2018, with Terry…
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