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- Huntingdon
- 4 Days
...reducing returns and finding the perfect match for dog and owner. The fee includes all day refreshments, lunch, and course support...
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- Hope Valley
...thus gaining valuable practical experience in an everyday, true life setting. They also have the added advantage of being able to come back and discuss...
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- Powys And Ludlow
- 1 Day
...with the help and advice of a veterinarian and other significant members of the canine world. The course will cover everything from safe scene assessment to Primary assessment...
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- Kempsford
- 1 Day
...To gain knowledge and skills on canine first aid. Suitable for people who work with dogs and pet dog owners alike. For people who work with dogs and pet dog owners alike...
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- Lymington
- 1 Day
...A great opportunity to enjoy an entertaining and interesting talk and learn even more about canine communication! Registration: From 9.15am – Start 10.00am...
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- Devon
- 1 Day
...counselling services on veterinary referral and an expert witness consultancy concerning both civil and criminal litigation involving dogs. David has appeared...
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History
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers was founded in 1995 by John Fisher to offer pet dog owners a guarantee of quality when looking for a puppy and dog training class in their area.The APDT, UK are proud of the fact that they assess all members according to a strict criteria which ensures they have appropriate skills to teach dog training. They are required to keep their education up to date, and adhere to a Code of Practice. If any member is found to be in contravention of this Code then their membership is withdrawn. There are 'APDT's' in other countries eg USA, Australia and Japan - members of these Associations do not undergo the APDT, UK's assessment and they have a different Code of Practice. If you are not sure which APDT the instructor belongs to please check our website where all UK members are listed.
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What is the APDT?So often in the past choosing a class has been pot luck. Damage has been done to an unsuspecting pet and owner before they can spot the danger or realise the discomfort it causes their pet. The Association of Pet Dog Trainers was set up in 1995 in order to offer pet owners a guarantee of quality when looking for a training class or a puppy class in their area. All members of the APDT have been assessed according to a Code of Practice.Training dogs has changed a great deal in the last few years. It is no longer necessary, or acceptable, to use harsh methods in training, and the use of gentle, motivational methods are as successful as they are enjoyable to use.Of course, all trainers use slightly different techniques when teaching pet owners to train their own dogs, but all APDT members use methods that are kind, fair and effective....
