When you join APDT you can enjoy the following benefits of membership:

Discounted fees to our annual conference

Our annual conferences feature international and local speakers who are at the forefront of expertise and technology. Speakers have included world-renowned experts and authors such as Ian Dunbar, Jean Donaldson, Patricia McConnell, Suzanne Hetts, Nicole Wilde, Sue Sternberg, Ken Ramirez & Steve White.

Subscription to our newsletter

Our quarterly newsletter is a valuable resource for members. It contains up-to-date information, with articles by trainers and specialists the world over, book reviews, regular columns and news of upcoming events. Past issues have featured articles by our conference speakers and many others including Suzanne Clothier, James O'Heare, Karen Overall, Karen Pryor and local experts such as Kersti Seksel and Joanne Righetti.

Discounted fees to workshops

In addition to the annual conference we hold regular workshops. Topics have ranged from Exotic Animal Training to Physiotherapy for Canines.

Borrowing from the APDT library

Our library of books, videos, CDs and DVDs includes hundreds of titles. We extend the collection regularly through purchases and donations. Members are encouraged to borrow. There are no borrowing fees.

Participation in our email discussion list

A members-only Internet discussion list offers participants the opportunity to ask advice and share thoughts and experiences with other members in a supportive environment.

Listing in the Trainers Directory

Full members of the Association who wish to advertise training services can choose to be listed in the directory on our web site. They can also apply to use the Association logo in their publicity material.

Who Can Join?

Membership of APDT Australia is open to anyone with an interest in dog training and behaviour. From family pet dog owner to professional dog trainer, veterinarian, vet technician, groomer, breeder, shelter worker, dog club volunteer, dog sport enthusiast - all who work and live with pet dogs are invited to join the association.

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