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APDT Australia Conference and Trade Show 2010

29 – 31 October 2010

Bankstown Sports Club, Sydney

Featuring keynote speaker

Ken Ramirez & Steve White (USA), Peta Clarke (AUS)

                                                                                                                                                 

Join us in Sydney for 3 fantastic days of learning, networking, socializing, shopping and fun!

A long weekend full of information and inspiration from some of the world’s best speakers from across the globe and Australia will provide a great opportunity to extend your skills and ideas with thought provoking and stimulating sessions and discussions.

Check out the latest in training equipment and educational items at our wonderful Trade Show, then kick up your heels at the Halloween Party.

To further enhance your Conference experience, join us pre-conference at either Sydney’s world famous Taronga Zoo for an exclusive behind the scenes tour or at our Pet First Aid Workshop – your pet’s life could depend on it.

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ADPT Awards

APDT has three annual awards which are presented at our Annual Conference:

• The Susan Wilkins Award - The Susan Wilkins Achievement Award recognises members who are making significant, voluntary contribution to pet dog welfare and the betterment of dogs' lives. This Award acknowledges the pivotal role of the late Susan Wilkins in establishing APDT Australia, as its founding member, Newsletter Editor and Publicity Officer. Find out more                                                                               
• The Trainer of the Year Award - This award is for an APDT member who exemplifies the APDT spirit through their commitment to the APDT Vision and Mission, promoting positive reinforcement training and continuing, demonstrated commitment to our Association.                 Find out more                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
• The Shelter Worker of the Year Award - The Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia offers a fantastic educational opportunity for the exceptional shelter employee or shelter volunteer who has an interest in and commitment to using positive training methods to improve the chances of adoption for the dogs in their care. Find out more

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