International Association of Canine Professionals
The International Association of Canine Professionals is an organization involved in supporting and representing professionals in all occupations involving canine management. This includes training, grooming, health, husbandry, kennels, pet sitting and retail. The IACP aims to provide high standards of practice within the industry. The IACP was founded a small group of dog trainers.
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[edit] Becoming a member
To become a Certified Dog Trainer (CDT), a person must submit documentation for an exam. There is no practical test of the trainer's ability. Documentation includes: Exam registration form, three letters of reference, sample training handout and interview forms, three case studies, and three client forms. Becoming an advanced CDT requires being first registered as a CDT for 1 year, have 5 years experience and pass a practical exam. The practical exam can be taken in person or submitted by video.
The requirement for the grades of membership is based on examinations carried out by IACP.[1] IACP sets and controls its own certification and provides means by which members can develop their skills through seminars, conferences and journals.
Members of the IACP abide by a code of conduct which is controlled by the governing body of the IACP.[2]
However, none of IACP's examinations or governing processes are externally audited or accredited.
[edit] Positions
The IACP has published several position statements on issues that affect dogs and their welfare, including debarking, breed-specific legislation, service dogs, training tools and mandatory sterilization.[3]
The IACP is opposed to breed-specific legislation.[4]
[edit] Membership
Members include:
- Carol Lea Benjamen
- Bill Campbell
- Martin Deeley
- Bash Dibra
- Ian Dunbar
- Brian Kilcommons
- Cesar Millan
- Monks of New Skete
- Wendy and Jack Volhard
- Sarah Wilson
Cesar Millan has been awarded honorary membership of the organisation. Cesar Milan and the IACP engage in reciprocal promotion.
[edit] References
- ^ Certification IACP
- ^ Code of Conduct IACP
- ^ Position Statements IACP
- ^ Position Statement on Breed Specific Legislation IACP
