The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland is currently seeking public feedback on proposed animal welfare policy reforms that may include restrictions or bans on…
New Jersey Assembly Bill 1212 / Senate Bill 3814 Subject: Dog Trainer Licensure and Regulation New Jersey lawmakers introduced companion bills seeking to establish a state licensing framework for professional…
Enter to compete in the 8th Annual Dick Russell Paper Plate Recall Race! The races will occur at the 2026 IACP Annual Conference in Newport Beach, California August 18-20!
In this talk, trainers will learn how the e-collar can be used to support dog-to-dog communication and build true social fluency, rather than functioning as a tool for human-to-dog control.…
A recent decision from the Austrian Constitutional Court has significant implications for protection-dog sport and working dog training in Austria. The Court struck down the key federal provision that had…
The International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) supports the humane treatment, ethical training, and responsible stewardship of all dogs. As an organization representing experienced professionals across training, behavior, sport, and…
Join us for E-Collar Q&A with Tyler Muto, an open and informative session designed to deepen your understanding of e-collar training. Tyler will answer your questions and share practical insights…
Lola Carter is a Bentonville, Arkansas–based dog trainer with 25 years of experience, including 18 years specializing in service dogs. She founded Zen Dog Training in 2008 and Mission: Service…
Written and submitted by Emma Caraballo, Legislative Committee Member Ohio’s Avery’s Law is legislation slated to take effect on March 18, 2026. It reshapes how the state treats nuisance, dangerous,…
Join Antonio Diaz for an in-depth discussion on the strategic and responsible use of e-collars in modern dog training. This session focuses on advanced application, professional judgment, and ethical accountability.…