Teach Your Cat to Sit
One of the most useful (and easy) behaviors that you can teach your cat is to sit on cue. Not…
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Foundation Behaviors for Shelter Dogs: Loose-Leash Walking
When they think about adding a new dog to the family, many people dream of long, leisurely strolls with their…
Stationing for Veterinary Procedures
Let’s face it, most diagnostic or therapeutic procedures are not pleasant for dogs. However, by practicing at home for what…
Using Shaping to Build Confidence
Shaping is the process of breaking down a behavior into small steps and reinforcing each small step as you work…
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…
June KPA CTP of the Month: Cindy Benson
Cindy Benson, KPA CTP, offers positive training for working livestock guardian dogs (LGDs) and their owners at Benson Ranch, and…
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…
May KPA CTP of the Month: Alex Lee
Alex Lee, KPA CTP, is the new Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Country Manager in (South) Korea. Translating to Korean the…
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…