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Marin Humane Society Behavior and Training Academy
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Our MissionTo provide our communities with alternative training methods to that of harsh, forceful, compulsive, painful and coercive techniques. To support like-minded professionals in their continuing educational development in mechanical skills, clinical interviewing, clicker training, behavioral analysis, behavioral genetics and more. To offer a safe-haven for positive and humane trainers and to form a supportive network.
Group ProfileSBT is a network of animal professionals committed to humane and positive methods. The group was founded in 2003 by Daphne Robert-Hamilton. We continually pursue ongoing educational opportunities to improve our skills and expand our knowledge. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the most current, scientific, animal-friendly and people-friendly techniques possible. Some of our members are certified through the Certification Council of Pet Dog Trainers, some are members of the International Association of Animal Behavior Counselors, some are members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, some are AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluators. There are currently 60+ members of this group coming from all over northern California :Carmel, Santa Cruz, South County, San Jose, Saratoga, Hayward just to name a few and Reno, NV.
How To JoinYou must be a graduate of either SF/SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers, Marin Humane Canine Behavior & Training Academy, Animal Behavior College and show proof of your certificate. You can be "grandfathered" into the group by a current -"in good standing" SBT member. If you your are either a shelter employee or other animal professional, you must provide proof of employment and schooling along with a reference. All new potential members must attend at least 3 meetings in a given year. After the third meeting you have the option of membership status: 1) Professional 2) Associate 3) Affiliate Being a member of the following organizations will also be beneficial: The Association of Pet Dog Trainers, The International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, The Association of Animal Behavior Professionals, The Animal Behavior Management Alliance and being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Below are a few outlines for each level of membership: Professional Membership comes with a fee to support our yearly activities such as attending public dog events and compensating guest speakers. This membership comes with: subscription of our Yahoo Group and list; listing on our Trainers Directory; must attend at least 3 meetings a year; be involved in meeting topics and be involved in dog events supplying your business materials. Associate Membership are for members involved in non-profits. All the benefits of a "professional membership" sans advertising at dog events. Affiliate Membership are for members that only want access to our Yahoo Group list.
Contact InformationFor more information contact Daphne at: southbaytrainers@yahoo.com
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