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Changing Stress Cues to Calm Cues: A Training Recipe from Click to Calm By Emma Parsons, KPA CTP, KPA Faculty Member   "I suspected while working with Ben that he was responding to my body language as much as he was to the sight of another dog. So, I conducted a little experiment. I took him out into the yard where there were no other dogs around. We walked, on-leash, as we normally would. Suddenly, as if I had seen another dog approach, I sucked in my breath and tightened the leash. Ben immediately became aggressive; he also moved his head back and forth, scanning the perimeters of the yard. He was convinced that there was another dog in the immediate area.   My body language and tight leash were his cue to be aggressive, as much or more so than the sight of another dog." Continue Reading 🚍🍎Save Up To 20% During Our Back-to-School Sale! School's in session, and it's our largest Back-To-School Sale ever! Save up to 20% on on-demand courses or visit our retail store to save on best-sellers and training essentials, plus FREE shipping on orders of $59+. Sale ends 9/30/25. Become a Certified Dog Trainer Our Dog Trainer Professional program is based on the most up-to-date behavior science and modern training and teaching practices. It covers both the science and the practice of dog training, behavior change, client teaching, problem-solving, and business management. View some of our upcoming application deadlines below: Dublin (East Bay), CA Apply by 9/17 Manchester, VT Apply by 10/9 Virtual (Eastern Time) Apply by 10/14 Virtual (Central Time) Apply by 10/23 Virtual (Pacific Time) Apply by 10/29 Rochester Hills, MI Apply by 11/4 View All Upcoming Series Learn About the Program New & Barkworthy   Upcoming Virtual Classes  🐾 Game of Throws: Functional, Fluent, and Fun Retrieves LIVE! With Liza Rader   Retrieving isn't just for fetch fanatics. It's one of the most versatile skills we can teach our dogs—blending play, mental stimulation, physical activity, and teamwork. Enroll by September 28      🐾 Click to Calm Kindergarten LIVE with Emma Parsons Reactivity is an increasing concern in today's canine world, but the best time to address it is before it begins. Join Emma and build a foundation of calm, confidence, and connection for a lifetime of trust. Enrollment opens next week.  💻 Explore our other courses available on demand, and on sale for up to 20% off this month only! Read More About... 📗 What to Expect: Introducing a Puppy to Your Adult Dogs  Getting a new puppy is exciting—at least for the humans in the family. Sometimes, however, the dog of the house doesn't think the pup is a welcome addition. 📘 September CTP of the Month - Samantha Portillo "I love being able to help bridge that gap—giving dogs a voice and helping people understand how to connect with them."   🎓 Karen Pryor Academy 🛒 Online Store 💻 Streaming Videos 🐾 ClickerExpo Conferences 🏔️ National Training Center (The Ranch) Karen Pryor Clicker Training, 68 Harrison Ave, Ste 605 PMB 31921, Boston, MA 02111, United States Unsubscribe Manage preferences