Welcome to primate training for canines!
Correction free, science based, and fun training methods you and your dog will enjoy.
Instead of telling dogs what to do, let
them show you what they are capable of!
"The fidelity of a dog is a precious gift demanding no
less binding moral responsibilities than the friendship of a human being. The bond with a true dog is as lasting as
the ties of this earth can ever be."
Konrad Lorenz
A video message from Karen Pryor:
Notices: (updated Oct
7th)
1) Book
Recommendation: "Dog Sense: How the New Science of Dog Behavior Can Make You A Better Friend to Your Pet" by
John Bradshaw. A fantastic read that will help you understand how your dog got to be, well...a DOG! It also covers
appropriate training methodolgy, how dogs "think," and how their senses work to perceive the world. Not only
will you have a far better understanding of why your dog does what it does, but you will love your dog even more. A
definite "must read" for any dog lover.
2) Fun
sports to enjoy with your dog:
Lure Coursing: First developed as a way for
sighthounds to exercise their natural hunting abilities, it is now a great way to exercise any dog who finds
it fun to chase a plastic bag "bunny" around a field. Donna DeVoist, KPACTP (Gentle
Dog Training and Lure Coursing), is offering Lure Coursing sessions at several locations in the area on a regular
basis. Contact Donna at ddevoist@stny.rr.com (607-648-2696) and visit Donna's website: www.wyldepups.com
Treibball: Very recently imported from Germany where
it was invented, Treibball teaches dogs to herd large exercise balls into pens. This is excellent for herding
breeds but any dog can do it and have a blast pushing the balls around at your direction. Casey
Lomonaco, KPACTP (Rewarding Behaviors Dog Training), is offering Treibball classes for begginers
and advanced students at the Clicking With Canines classroom in Endicott. Contact Casey at casey@rewardingbehaviors.com (607-725-1927) and visit Casey's website: www.rewardingbehaviors.com
3) THUNDERSHIRT:
Is your dog afraid of thunderstorms or fireworks, nervous
about riding in the car, or anxious on a walk or at the vet's office? If so, we now stock the THUNDERSHIRT
for dogs. This is an anti-anxiety wrap which fits snugly around the dog to reduce their stress. My
thunder-phobic black lab settles comfortably and even goes to sleep during a thunderstorm with his THUNDERSHIRT
on. Click here for additional details. Call or email to set up an appointment to fit your dog and purchase.
4) Vets discuss the importance of early puppy
socialization and attendance at appropriately run puppy classes. Click here to read.
5) "Critics Challenge 'Dog
Whisperer' Methods"
A very informative article. Click here to read.
6) Book recommendations:
1) "Reaching the Animal Mind," by Karen Pryor;
2) "Inside of a
Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, Hear, and Know," by Alexandra Horowitz
7) Dickin Memorial Animal Hospital: Dr. Alison Beaulieu, DVM has opened
her own veterinary practice located at 716 Harry L Drive, Johnson City, NY (607-217-5202). Your pets will LOVE
this place! Who knew a trip to the vet could be so enjoyable?!! Click here to visit the Dickin Memorial Animal Hospital website.
8) Cassie and Jim,
owners of the Houndstooth Bakery and Boutique in Afton,
NY, have an incredible selection of high quality foods (including raw diets) and treats, books, toys, and unique
pet products at their store in
Afton, NY:
The Houndstooth Bakery and Boutique is located at 1473 State Highway 7, Afton, NY (607-967-2275).
Click here to visit their website. Better yet, take a ride to Afton and visit their wonderful store, boarding
facility, and the area's only off-leash dog park. Be sure to bring your dog as they are VERY welcome and will
have a GREAT time!
9) Canine Massage Therapy at Clicking With Canines! Sandy Kemp, a Certified
Canine Massage Therapist (CCMT), is providing massage therapy services at the Clicking With Canines classroom by appointment.
Visit Sandy's website at www.K9comforttouch.com to learn about the benefits of massage therapy for your canine buddy. It is especially
helpful to older dogs or dogs with joint health issues and/or injuries. Contact Sandy directly at 570-553-0123
or email: k9comfort@epix.net to set up an appointment.
10) AVSAB position
statement on dominance: Has someone told you to roll your dog on its back for bad behavior?...Or,
you should eat first before your dog to be the "pack leader?"...Or, if your dog gets on the furniture or bed he/she
is being "dominant?" This all stems from the "dominance theory" of behavior modification which,
despite being discredited years ago through scientific studies of canines, is still being promoted and practiced by some trainers,
owners, and even TV shows!
The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) has recently released a
position statement on the topic. Click here to read the statement and find out why this out-dated and erroneous methodolgy is ineffective
and even dangerous.
Clicking With Canines is proud to be a Karen Pryor Academy training and teaching facility
The Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training and Behavior is accepting new students.
The deadline for enrollment in the Karen Pryor Academy's next Dog Trainer Course with KPA Faculty Member Steve Benjamin
in Endicott, New York is March 1, 2012. Workshop dates for this class are scheduled
as follows:
Workshop 1: 4/14/12 - 4/15/12
Workshop
2: 6/2/12 - 6/3/12
Workshop 3: 7/14/12 - 7/15/12
Workshop 4: 8/25/12 -
8/26/12
Click on the Academy logo above to visit the website
and learn more about this unique learning opportunity to become a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPACTP).
