Preparing Pets for Veterinary Visits |
Visiting the veterinarian can be a stressful experience for both pets and their guardians. From the unfamiliar smells to the uncomfortable procedures, the entire visit can be overwhelming. However, by preparing for the appointment and employing positive reinforcement training techniques at the clinic, you can transform vet visits into positive experiences for your beloved companions. |
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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 fully online Virtual format—you can select the one that is the right fit for you and your dog. |
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Virtual
Apply by June 17 Led by Laura Monaco Torelli |
| Manchester Center, VT
Apply by July 1 Led by Emma Parsons |
| Virtual
Apply by July 8 Led by Laurie Luck |
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Upcoming Dog Trainer Professional Course Application Deadlines |
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Boost Confidence and Build Resilience With Nose Work Games |
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| Learn how to unlock your dog’s super smell powers to help them become more confident, resilient, and optimistic learners. In Every Dog Smells LIVE with Ann Waterbury, you'll learn how to set the stage for growth through thoughtful consideration of your “hide” arrangement. She will teach you how to evolve that arrangement from a simple game your family plays inside with your dog into a strategy for managing arousal, building the dog’s resiliency, and encouraging confidence out in the uncontrolled environment of the real world. |
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Enrollment Opens: June 18 | Excel (dog/handler) spots close: June 30 | Engage spots close: July 7 All spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
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| Celebrate Pride Month with our Paws & Pride apparel and accessories! 50% of the proceeds from every Paws & Pride purchase will be donated to Danny and Ron’s rescue to support the LGBTQIA+ community and animals in need. |
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| “In 2013, I began what I thought would be a brief project: train a few dogs to understand the concept of counting. Previously, I had trained several dogs to count to three, a task that is not particularly difficult. Science has shown that dogs have the ability to recognize quantities of three easily. I had no idea where this journey would take me over the next several years! It certainly would not have been possible without my enthusiastic partner, Coral, a three-year-old, rescued Airedale mix.” Learn more about Ken Ramirez’s process of teaching dogs to count! |
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CTP of the Month: Nathan Andrews |
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| “I once worked with a silvery-cheeked hornbill with a history of aggressive behavior. She taught me invaluable lessons in patience, choice, and counter-conditioning. Initially, my goal was simply to conduct routine cleaning in her space while ensuring her comfort and, ideally, sparking her curiosity. After about a month of offering non-contingent reinforcers and waiting patiently for her to invite closer interaction, the hornbill began actively seeking attention as I passed by. Eventually, I felt confident enough to open the door and offer her a piece of fruit. Within a few weeks, we developed a close bond. In fact, this hornbill became so attached to me that she insisted on feeding me the fruit bits I used as reinforcers, inadvertently teaching me about secondary reinforcers in the process. She will always be one of my favorite learners and teachers.” Read more about Nathan Andrews and his training journey. |
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