Loose-Leash Walking with Cats

Have you ever wondered what it takes to walk your cat on a leash? The secret is working at the cat’s pace. Leash training a cat isn't something you rush; it's built slowly, step by step, over weeks of positive, rewarding experiences. Watch the virtual training session with Matt Chan, KPA CTP.

Celebrating Karen Pryor's Birthday Month

Tomorrow would have been Karen Pryor's birthday. She was not only a visionary thinker but also an incredibly talented writer, breaking complex ideas into easy-to-understand pieces, all with her trademark humor, clarity, and joy. Read Karen's take on chasing squirrels or revisit more of her letters here.

We’re celebrating the legacy of clicker training all month with a special offer to help you grow your skills and bookshelf. Mix and match your own 6-book bundle and enjoy 35% off plus free shipping with code BUILD6R.

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:

Apply by May 18: Chicago, IL with Laura Monaco Torelli
Apply by May 19: Virtual with Linda Ryan
Apply by May 28: Virtual with Emma Parsons
Or view all upcoming series here.

🎉 Now Enrolling: Behavior Consulting Program

Interested in our new Behavior Consulting Program? You can enroll in the full program or take it in smaller steps. We offer three enrollment options: All Access, Modules, and Á La Carte. Choose the one that best fits your life and budget.

New & Barkworthy

🐾 Join Laura Monaco Torelli in this real-time virtual class and learn how to bring cooperative care practices into your home and eliminate the stress from routine care, such as nail trims, ear drops, and more!

🤔 We often hear trainers say, “Reinforce desired behavior, ignore unwanted behavior.” But what does that actually mean? Can we really ignore unwanted behavior? Continue reading to find out.

🌟 May CTP of the Month - Shayna Taylor

"Becoming a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner has absolutely changed both my life and the lives of the animals in it for the better."

⛰️Competition ring. Medical procedure. Empty treat pouch. Whatever the reason, when food isn't an option, your training shouldn't have to stop. Discover Ken Ramirez’s step-by-step process for teaching novel reinforcers and reducing reliance on food in Effective, Non-Food Reinforcement, July 18 - 19, at The Ranch.

🤩 Save the dates for ClickerExpo 2027. Our virtual conference, ClickerExpo LIVE, will be held Jan. 22 - 24, 2027, and our in-person conference, ClickerExpo Seattle, will be held Apr. 2 - 4, 2027. Join us for one or both!