Ken's Essential Care Tips + Shelter Month Exclusives!

Discover exclusive discounts during Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month, a letter from Ken, LIVE classes enrolling now, and more!

Everyday Training: An Essential Part of Caring For Our Pets By Ken Ramirez, KPCT Executive Vice-President and Chief Training Officer   "Many pet guardians think that training their dog is only crucial if they have a problem behavior or something that needs to be fixed. Or they believe that training is something only puppies require. However, the reality is that good training is a critical part of providing meaningful care at every stage of an animal's life. " Continue Reading 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: Virtual (Central Time) Apply by 10/23 Rochester Hills, MI Apply by 11/4 Virtual (Pacific Time) Apply by 10/29 Calgary, Alberta Apply by 11/5 Virtual (Central Time) Apply by 11/2 Washington, DC Apply by 11/6 View All Upcoming Series Learn About the Program New & Barkworthy   Virtual Classes Enrolling Now  🐾 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.   🐍 Snake Avoidance Training LIVE with Ken Ramirez Learn life-saving avoidance skills - without using fear or force. Join Ken using  positive reinforcement-based methods to teach dogs to detect, indicate, and avoid snakes calmly and confidently. 💻 Explore our other courses available on demand Unleash Savings During  Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month 🥰 If you're a shelter employee committed to positive reinforcement, apply by October 20 for a Zoe Shelter Scholarship to our Shelter Training & Enrichment course, made possible by Dr. Lisa White, DVM 👀 Shelter Training and Enrichment, an on-demand course, is on sale for $50 off with code STE2025. It will help you overcome common challenges to setting up a shelter training program and reduce common problems like barking and jumping.   🐶 Recently adopted a new dog or puppy? Save 15% on products, books, and streaming videos with code NEWDOG15 through 10/31/25.   Read More About... 📗 Teach Four on the Floor Many shelter dogs have not been taught how to greet people, so they greet them like they would other dogs—they jump up, lick, and try to wrestle or play.  📘 October CTP of the Month - Cristina Goi "Those two dogs became my greatest teachers. They taught me humility, patience, and the importance of understanding each animal as an individual."   🎓 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