Trainer Bios
Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP #55997)
Animal Centred Education (ACE) Practitioner / Trainer
Family Paws Parent Educator
Puppy Start Right Preschool Instructor
Animal Reiki
Cathy Rybarczyk is a member of The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and a supporting member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). She is the owner of Connected K9s, LLC located in Michigan in the United States.
Methods Used:
Positive reinforcement (force-free & intimidation-free) training methods
ACE Free Work
Control Unleashed (Leslie McDevitt)
Bodywork & TTouch
Continuing Education:
Aggression in Dogs Master Course (Michael Shikashio)
Living and Learning with Animals (Dr. Susan Friedman, Ph.D.)
Enrichment Framework for Behavior Modification Masterclass (Pet Harmony)
Slow Thinking is Lifesaving (Dr. Laura Donaldson, Ph.D.)
Clicker Expo Conferences
Control Unleashed Conference
Aggression in Dogs Conferences
L.E.G.S. in Motion Conference
Product Affiliations:
Happy Howies All Natural Dog Treats Dealer
Blue-9 Pet Products Dealer
FitPAWS Canine Fitness Equipment Dealer
Karen Pryor Clicker Training Store Authorized Reseller and Affiliate Partner