Confidence in Motion: The Power of Behavior Sequences in Dog Sports
Dog sports have gained immense popularity in recent years, offering a thrilling combination of canine agility, teamwork, and excitement for…
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Fun Tricks for Dogs in Shelters
Each year millions of wonderful dogs find themselves in animal shelters, waiting eagerly for loving homes. However, the shelter environment…
August KPA CTP of the Month: Monica Callahan
As she was completing her degrees in biology and pre-veterinary medicine, Monica Callahan, KPA CTP, decided to switch lanes from…
Teach an Alternative Behavior to Jumping
A common issue that dog guardians face is a pet’s exuberant jumping when family members or visitors arrive at the…
Fun and Games: Elevate Your Dog’s Walks
Every dog guardian knows the joy and excitement our furry friends exhibit when it’s time for a walk. It’s a…
Helping Shy Puppies Socialize
Socialization plays a vital role in puppy development, helping puppies become well-adjusted and confident adult dogs. Even shy or timid…
July KPA CTP of the Month: Philip Sun
Philip Sun, KPA CTP, transitioned to learning the basics of dog behavior, having a dog, and then training others’ dogs…
A Horse’s Match-to-Sample Adventure
Renowned animal behavior expert Ken Ramirez firmly believes that we often underestimate the abilities of animals. Take horses, for example.…
Cool Indoor Games for When the Weather Heats Up: Fist Bump
Exercising your dog outdoors every day is essential for the dog’s physical and mental health. However, what do you do…
How to Create a Safe Place for Your Dog
Is your dog fearful of loud noises or events, such as thunderstorms, fireworks, or even the vacuum cleaner? Or is…
Polite Greetings: Teaching a Dog to Say Hi with a Hand Target
One of the most delightful and fulfilling experiences as a dog guardian is having a pup who knows how to…
June KPA CTP of the Month: Laurie Schlossnagle
Laurie Schlossnagle, KPA CTP, has been clicker training for 20 years. Her first training was with her own dog, in…