06/01/2025
I was so sad to hear the news yesterday of the passing of Karen Pryor. An amazing teacher and trainer whom I was so lucky to learn from at Europes first Clicker Expo.
We are deeply saddened to learn of Karen Pryor's passing. She was a pioneer in animal training and behaviour whose contributions have shaped modern dog training as we know it. Her innovative approach and entrepreneurial spirit transformed the industry, paving the way for countless trainers and animals to benefit from science-based, positive reinforcement methods.
Karenโs work extended far beyond the Karen Pryor Academy, which has educated and inspired trainers worldwide. Her book, Donโt Shoot the Dog, introduced an entire generation of trainers to the principles of clicker training and remains a cornerstone of dog training literature. The annual Clicker Expos she founded became vital opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and community-building within the field. Her legacy also includes Reaching the Animal Mind, a profound exploration of the science and art of animal training.
Karenโs vision, intelligence, and compassion revolutionised how we communicate with and understand our canine companions. Her contributions have had a lasting impact on the lives of trainers and the dogs they work and live with. She will be greatly missed, but her legacy will continue to inspire and guide the animal training community for generations to come.
Our thoughts are with Karenโs family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.
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