The Benefits of Teaching the Go Behind Behavior |
Imagine you're out for a morning walk with your dog and your dog spots another dog approaching. While some dogs may welcome the unexpected encounter, others may perceive the encounter as a threat, and react with barking and lunging. If this scenario sounds familiar, there are strategies that can help! Teaching your dog to stand behind you is a valuable approach; the Go Behind behavior can mitigate reactive responses by offering both a sense of security and an alternative response to perceived threats. |
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Become a Certified Dog Trainer! |
Unlock the path to success as a dog trainer with our Dog Trainer Professional (DTP) certification program. With four different formats—Regional, National, World, or our new fully online Virtual format—you can select the one that is the right fit for you and your dog. |
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Upcoming Dog Trainer Professional Course Application Deadlines |
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Upcoming KPA LIVE Virtual Classes |
KPA LIVE virtual group classes take place on Zoom, incorporating a video-based curriculum that is available upon enrollment, and an online discussion group for sharing progress and feedback. You'll have access to the recordings and materials for a full year after enrollment. Most classes are only offered once! |
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| Muzzle Matters LIVE with Sara McLoudrey
Enrollment closes on May 6 |
Muzzle training can benefit any dog on any day; this training is not just for dogs that are routinely uncomfortable or stressed. When it is done well, teaching your dog to be comfortable wearing a muzzle will help you and your dog navigate the world with more ease and less stress. Whether you are a dog guardian, trainer, behavior consultant, or dog behavior enthusiast, you'll build your understanding and practical abilities from basic desensitization to advanced skills. |
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| Training Outside the Box: Teaching Training Creatively and Adaptively LIVE with Sarah Rodriguez
Enrollment opens on May 14 |
This class will teach you how to adapt your training classes and private lessons to better meet the needs of clients with disabilities. A wide range of disabilities is covered in the class including various forms of physical disabilities. This class will provide practical solutions that you can implement right away and will build your creative, adaptive thinking skills. Learn to train “outside the box" of prescriptivist solutions. |
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| Save 15% on all dog-sports gear, books, and streaming videos! Use code FITPET15. |
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The Benefits of Working with Multiple Species |
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| Dog training requires an understanding of fundamental training principles, such as reinforcement, shaping, and timing. Did you know that you can use these same principles to train another species? In fact, training another species will hone your observation skills and sharpen your mechanics, ultimately helping you become a more skilled and effective dog trainer. So why not broaden your horizons and embark on a journey of discovery with a new furry, feathery, or scaly friend? |
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CTP of the Month: Anna Wong |
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| In animal training, every journey begins with a story, and the tale of Anna Wong, KPA CTP, is as captivating as they come. Acknowledging her humble start when, during childhood, she served as her sister's assistant in the training (and occasional misplacement!) of a chameleon, Anna reflects on the mishaps of her early days with a chuckle. “It was not a very auspicious start to my training career,” she admits with a smile. However, little did she know, this whimsical beginning would pave the way for a transformative journey in canine-companion training. |
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