Using Toys as Reinforcers + Save Up to 20% This Month

Save on courses, training essentials & videos during Train Your Dog Month
Save on courses, training essentials & videos during Train Your Dog Month
Teach Puppy Socialization from Home: Polite Greetings

Most dogs are social animals, which is why teaching puppies the appropriate way to greet other dogs is a critical skill. A dog that greets other dogs politely can make your walks less stressful and prevent conflicts that often result from overzealous (or rude) greeting behavior. However, teaching puppies how to socialize appropriately during a time of social distancing can be challenging, especially if you don't have other pets.

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This month only, save up to 20% on online courses, training essentials, and streaming videos! If you welcomed a new dog recently or would like to jump-start your training in the new year, we have options for everyone.

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Become a Certified Dog Trainer!

With Karen Pryor Academy's Dog Trainer Professional program, you'll learn from home with access to 1:1 faculty mentorship and virtual connection with fellow classmates, as well as hone your skills through workshop(s). In the event that it is not safe for a workshop to be held in person, it can be delivered as scheduled in a virtual workshop environment. The adaptations we have made deliver the excellent education experience for which the Dog Trainer Professional program is known while keeping everyone safe in this unique time. 

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Using Toys as Reinforcers
Have you ever wanted to reward your dog for a job well done, but didn't have food treats with you? Consider playing with your dog to reinforce good behavior! Using play as a reinforcer adds variety to your training routine and helps strengthen your relationship. The key is to find a toy or interactive game (tug, retrieve, chase) that your dog enjoys.


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January 2020 CTP of the Month: Cari Tetzlaff
Cari Tetzlaff, KPA CTP, was searching for new ways to help at-risk dogs when she enrolled in the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) program. A long-time staff member at the Oshkosh Area Humane Society (OAHS), in her then-role as Volunteer Coordinator Cari encountered many dogs that were not considered adoptable or had behavior issues in their adoptive homes.
She remembers, "I knew there had to be a way to reach some of these animals, but I didn't have the knowledge or skills to put the pieces of the puzzle together to help them get the outcomes they deserved."
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