Karen Pryor was a pioneer in the fields of animal behavior and positive reinforcement training. Her groundbreaking work revolutionized how we communicate with animals—and each other—leaving an indelible mark on science, education, and the lives of countless species around the world. Founder of Karen Pryor Clicker Training and Karen Pryor Academy, she authored influential books such as Don’t Shoot the Dog and Reaching the Animal Mind, which have transformed animal training practices worldwide. Nowhere is Karen’s legacy more evident than in the faculty and graduates of the KPA Dog Trainer Professional program, who carry forward her commitment to compassionate, science-based training.
101 Things to Do with a Box
This training game is derived from a dolphin research project in which I and others participated, “The creative porpoise: training for novel behavior,” published in the Journal of
Got Puppy Nipping? Take the Clicker Approach
Use the clicker to help eliminate puppy nipping. All puppies engage in “puppy biting,” which serves a purpose or function. Puppies may bite due to hunger, needing to go to
Fifteen Tips for Getting Started with the Clicker
Clicker training is a terrific, science-based way to communicate with your pet. You can clicker train any kind of animal, of any age. Puppies love it. Old dogs
