Megan Ramirez, KPA CTP, switched her professional focus from library science, in which she earned a master's degree, to dog training because of her "heart" dog, Amadeus. Now older and arthritic with other health problems, Amadeus demonstrated aggressive tendencies beginning at nine months of age. Because of his fear-based and aggression behaviors, "no one could get near him," according to Megan. With a training plan from a veterinary behaviorist and lots of hard work, Amadeus now meets new people and walks in public. After learning so much about training and behavior in order to provide a better life for the dog she loved, Megan changed careers and now helps other dogs like Amadeus, and their families, too. "I wouldn't be where I am today without Amadeus," explains Megan.
A relatively recent graduate of the KPA Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program, completing the course in Nashville in May 2018, Megan attended her first ClickerExpo conference in 2017. There she met trainers who had completed the DTP program. "I was blown away by their knowledge and their skill sets," remembers Megan. "I was impressed by how they approach training sessions." Seeking that knowledge herself, she enrolled in the KPA DTP program to advance her career.
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