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What to Do When Your Dog Loses His Cue: Training Outdoors with Distractions By Christina Waggoner, KPA CTP   As a dog trainer, I hear statements like these from frustrated and embarrassed pet guardians frequently. Believe me when I say I feel your pain. It is no wonder pet guardians are baffled when the very same dog that returns when called at home (without fail) will just as quickly disappear into the sunset when let off leash. It appears to be a case of 'My dog behaves only when he wants to.'   Indoor training with low distractions is very different from training out in the big, busy world. Outdoors, you are competing with a myriad of scents, sounds, and other environmental distractions." 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 11/13 Virtual (British Time) Apply by 12/16 Kansas City, MO Apply by 11/18 Virtual (Central Time) Apply by 12/17 Virtual (Eastern Time) Apply by 11/25 Virtual (Eastern Time) Apply by 12/23 View All Upcoming Series Learn About the Program New & Barkworthy   Virtual Classes Enrolling Now  🐍 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.  Enrollment closes on 11/23. 💻 Explore our other courses available on demand Friendsgiving 🎁 It's Friendsgiving in the Karen Pryor Clicker Training Store! Gift 35% off to your friends—our biggest discount of the year—and earn your own 35% off coupon!. Learn more and start gifting! Read More About... 📗 10 Amazing Cat Tricks Jacob Hollingsworth, KPA CTP, and his rescue cat, Kitty, not only refute the myth that cats can't be trained but also demonstrate just how many fun and useful behaviors a cat can learn.  📘 November CTP of the Month - Sophy Pashley "My horse, Gem, taught me to really listen—to trust my instincts, to recognize when a training method simply isn't right for you or the animal in your care, and that advocating for your animal's welfare is always the right thing to do."   🎓 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