CAPDT Blog & Updates
Member Feature: Nina Munckhof
Nina Munckhof is an eclectic mix of Veterinary pro, behaviour, training, and holistic health! I have been a Registered Veterinary Technologist since 2002, passionate about nutrition and behavior while working in-clinic! Once I had my own litter of twins in 2015, I shifted to at home nail trims, training, and
Member Feature: Shannon Noonan
This month, we’re excited to highlight the work of of member, Shannon Noonan, a trainer whose compassion-first approach is making a meaningful impact in the lives of dogs and their humans. Shannon’s insights below offer a thoughtful look into her philosophy, her work with complex behaviour cases, and what professional
Member Feature: Jessica Eden O’Neill
I have dedicated my career to canine behaviour and the emotional well-being of dogs and their guardians. As the founder of Pet Intel & Emotional Well-Being, I specialize in behaviour consulting, rehabilitation, and training programs tailored for dogs with complex needs, from reactivity and aggression to service and therapy dog preparation.
India Dog Field Study Tour 2025: One pet dog trainer’s experience
By Sheelah Gullion, CPDT-KA, CFDM, CSAT, BCSPCA AnimalKind As a professional dog trainer, combining business and pleasure is not unfamiliar, so when the opportunity to join a group of dog pros on a visit to India to learn about the street dogs—or “Indies”—there, I won’t deny I jumped at the
Member Feature: Sylvia Currie
Over the years as a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Dog Trainers (CAPDT), I have witnessed firsthand the remarkable growth of this organization and its potential to drive the change so greatly needed in dog training across Canada. Like many members, I initially joined for practical benefits, such as discounts
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
