CAPDT Blog & Updates
Origin of the Prong Collar
By Nanette Lai, MA, CPDT-KA This is a revised excerpt of the author’s blog post “It’s 2025. Do Not Do As The [Ancient] Romans Do” published January 20, 2025. The prong/pinch collar has been described as a medieval torture device. That’s inaccurate. Because the design occurred far earlier. A wall
Saving Bats and Birds At Risk, One Sniff at a Time
By Dr. Carla Simon Hunter’s Heart Scent Detection Training Wouldn’t it be monumental if we could harness cleaner energy sources, curtail environmental damage and support conservation efforts? Wind energy is one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy sources and can help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. However, research estimates
A Dog’s Senior Years
by Donna Hill, B.Sc. (Zool) B.Ed. ServiceDogTrainingInstitute.online Living with a senior dog is a journey filled with love, challenges, and profound moments, much like caring for an elderly parent or relative. As our canine companions age, they require special attention and care, which can significantly impact our daily lives and
Member Feature: Sylvia Koczerzuk
As a Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant, Trainer, Fear Free Professional, Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, Certified Dynamic Dog Practitioner, Victoria Stillwell Academy Advisor and the founder of Walkabout Canine Consulting in Kingsville, Ontario, I help dog guardians navigate either 1-2-1 , virtually or though online course/membership everything from reactivity to resource
Beyond the Cookie: Establishing Boundaries Through Positive Reinforcement Training
Positive reinforcement training, often humorously termed “cookie pushing”, is frequently misunderstood within the pet dog training community. Some may view it as overly permissive, lacking the discipline required to effectively train dogs. This perspective, however, is far from the truth. In reality, positive reinforcement is a method that establishes clear
Make Your Membership Count: The Power of Displaying the CAPDT Insignia
As a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Dog Trainers (CAPDT), you are part of a respected community that champions ethical, science-based, and humane dog training. Your membership is not just a professional credential—it’s a public declaration of your values, credibility, and commitment to excellence in the field of
