Preparing for Your Kitten’s First Vet VisitAnyone who has ever taken a cat to the vet knows that it can be a stressful experience for both…Read More
Teaching Interactive PlayHere’s a common scenario: Your dog loves to chase toys. You pick up a toy and your dog dances wildly…Read More
Teach Calm GreetingsDoes your dog go berserk when you come home? Do you wish your dog would greet you calmly rather than…Read More
September KPA CTP of the Month: Vijay JoshiVijay Joshi, KPA CTP, is the Puppy Development Coordinator at Leader Dogs for the Blind, a guide-dog training organization. She…Read More
Building Value in Secondary ReinforcersMany people only think of using a primary reinforcer, such as food treats, when they are training behavior with an…Read More
Teach Your Dog to “Leave It”: Part 2In Teach Your Dog to “Leave It,” Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) faculty member Juliana Willems demonstrated the first step to…Read More
AVSAB Advocates for Humane, Reward-Based TrainingThe American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) position statement on humane dog training emphasizes the belief that Karen Pryor…Read More
Puppy Start Right: Home VisitsDuring the pandemic, many people have opted for private consults over group puppy classes. The consults can be done in-home…Read More
How to Create a Safe Place for Your Dog: Part 2In Part 1 of How to Create a Safe Place for Your Dog, KPA faculty member Debbie Martin demonstrated how…Read More
Karen Pryor Academy Welcomes New Alumni Relations Coordinator Breanna NorrisWaltham, MA, August 4, 2021—Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) is pleased to welcome KPA Certified Training Partner (CTP) Breanna Norris as…Read More
August KPA CTP of the Month: Jennifer LongJennifer Long, KPA CTP, was working at a local animal shelter and contemplating a certification program to further her interest…Read More
Michele Pouliot Teaches Bow from DownThe bow is not only an impressive trick, but is also one of the critical skills in canine freestyle routines.…Read More