Local Dog Trainer Earns Certification as Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed ®

Croton on Hudson, NY, May 4th, 2011 – Local dog trainer, Holly H Santana, CPDT-KA of Croton on Hudson, NY has earned certification through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers ® (CCPDT®).

Until the creation of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers in 2001, there was no true certification process for canine professionals. Many schools teach dog trainers and offer certifications for their specific programs. These certificates, therefore, reflect the teachings and quality of a specific school. Other organizations offer take-home tests for “certification”. These canine professionals are not monitored to ensure they are completing the test without any assistance or collaboration nor is the testing process standardized.

THE CCPDT® process was originally implemented by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), the largest association of dog trainers in the world, founded by noted veterinarian, behaviorist and author Dr. Ian Dunbar. A task force of approximately 20 internationally known dog training professionals and behaviorists worked for three years to research and develop the first comprehensive examination. Professional Testing Corporation (PTC) was hired to ensure the process met professional testing standards. APDT then created a separate, independent council – The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers – to manage the accreditation and pursue future development

Candidates who pass the exam earn the title Certificate Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed and may use the designation “CPDT-KA” after their names. All certified trainers must earn continuing education credits to maintain their designations or take the examination again in three years.
About the trainer:
Holly Santana is a respected trainer in the Westchester area. Hundreds of dog owners have been satisfied with Holly’s training for nearly a decade. She teaches a variety of group classes at a local dog daycare, addresses behavioral issues in private homes and councils new puppy owners. Her knowledgeable approach and positive philosophy make dog training easy for both novice and experienced dog owners. Holly Santana can be reached at (917) 379-2993 or at the website www.hollysantana.com

If you would like to schedule an interview with a Board member, please contact the CCPDT Administrative Office by email at administrator@ccpdt.org or by phone at 212-356-0682.

Contact: Joan Campbell
Phone: (212) 356-0682
Email: administrator@ccpdt.org
Website: www.ccpdt.org
Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers
1350 Broadway, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10018
www.ccpdt.org

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