Not-So-Spooky Vacuums: Thoughtful Desensitization & Counter-Conditioning
Is your dog frightened of everyday objects, whether they’re loud or simply unfamiliar? KPA-CTP Khafren Ruiz shares the steps he…
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Red Light, Green Light: Helping Dogs Switch Between Excitement and Calm
“Some dogs, of any age but especially teenagers, have difficulty controlling their excitement and moving from jumpy, barky, excitable behavior…
Reward Placement: Loose-Leash Walking
Does your dog take the treat and then dart back out to the end of the leash when you’re trying…
July 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Emma Schneidkraut
Emma Schneidkraut (she/her), based in Haverhill, MA, is the owner of A Dog’s Eye View and completed the Karen Pryor…
June 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Toni Woods
Toni Woods (She/Her), based in Sacramento, CA, currently serves as a mentor for new trainers and a Certified Separation Anxiety…
May 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Shayna Taylor
Shayna Taylor (she/her), based in Oak Lawn, IL, is the owner of Lucky Penny K9s & Felines and is also…
April 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Tanya Sandoval Villalta
Tanya Sandoval Villalta (she/her), based in both Heredia, Costa Rica and Summit, NJ, is the owner of The Comfy Pets…
March 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Pogun In
Pogun In (He/Her), based in Seongbuk and Jongro Seoul, is the owner of Seongbukdong Poodle Poodle and Bubble Bubble Puppy…
February 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Nikoo Najand
Nikoo Najand (she/her), based in Treaty 6 Territory/Edmonton, Canada, is the owner of Wiggle Bottom Canines. She completed the Karen…
January 2026 KPA CTP of the Month: Sami Griffin
Sami Griffin (they/them/theirs), based in Broomfield, Colorado, is the owner of Wise Whiskers Training. They completed the Karen Pryor Academy…
December 2025 KPA CTP of the Month: Heather Skinner
Heather Skinner (she/her) from Spokane, WA, is a veterinarian at Indian Trail Animal Hospital. She completed the Karen Pryor Academy…
November 2025 KPA CTP of the Month: Sophy Pashley
Sophy Pashley (she/her) from Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK, is the owner of Woof Wisdom. She completed the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA)…