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January KPA CTP of the Month: Max Lieberman

Max Elias Lieberman, KPA CTP, of Toronto, Canada, owns and is the head trainer at Lieberdog. Max completed the Karen…
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Remembering Karen Pryor: The Legacy of a Trailblazer Who Ignited a Global Training Revolution

With profound sadness and immense gratitude, we honor the life and legacy of Karen Pryor, a true pioneer in the…
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The Many Applications of Targets: Closing a Door

Jessica Benoit (KPA CTP, RVT, CPDT-KA) is using her knowledge of targets to teach her dog Vegas to close a…
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December KPA CTP of the Month: Danielle Winkelman

Danielle Winkelman, KPA CTP, ACDBC, (she/her) of Clyde, North Carolina (near Asheville), owns Intrepid Animal Learning. She offers board-and-train services…
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Stress-Free Injections: Helping Cats Be More Comfortable with At-Home Care

Certain feline medical conditions, such as diabetes and kidney disease, can only be managed with medications that are available solely…
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November KPA CTP of the Month: Paul Buescher

A peacetime Navy veteran, Paul Buescher (he/him), KPA CTP, PCT-A, spent many hours at the Houston VA hospital being treated…
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Congratulations to the 2024 Zoe Scholarship Recipients

Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) and Lisa White, DVM, founder of Veterinary Behavior Management Solutions in Cincinnati, Ohio, are pleased to…
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October KPA CTP of the Month: Robin Horemans

Robin Horemans, KPA CTP, based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a dedicated animal trainer and owner of Parrot SOS. While…
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From Fearful to Engaged: Expanding the Training Conversation

How can you quickly transform a dog from growly and people-averse to a willing participant in a training dialogue? The…
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Puppy Socialization: Introduce Your Puppy to Handling

Many dogs feel anxious about handling and restraint, especially if they find new experiences scary or if they have had…
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How to Introduce Reactive Dogs to New People Safely

Introducing reactive dogs to new people requires careful planning and execution to ensure a positive experience and minimize the risk…
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September KPA CTP of the Month: Keira Moore

Keira Moore, PhD, BCBA-D, KPA CTP, is a trailblazer in the world of animal training, combining her expertise in behavior…
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