Why join the PACT community?

By joining the PACT community, you become part of a network of passionate dog trainers dedicated to improving the lives of dogs, their humans and caring for the wider environment. It's a friendly, welcoming valuable resource for learning, growth, and connection within the dog training world.

Being a member of the PACT community offers a variety of perks designed to support your professional development and connect you with like-minded dog lovers. Here are some of the key benefits:

Learning & Development

Access to exclusive webinars and workshops: Expand your knowledge and skills with advanced training on a variety of dog-related topics.

Discounts on PACT courses and events: Further your education and stay up-to-date with the latest in dog training and behavior.

Free resources and downloads: Access valuable tools and information to enhance your practice, such as training guides, client handouts, and educational materials.

Community & Support

Active online community: Connect with fellow dog trainers, share experiences, and ask questions in a supportive online forum.

In-person fieldwork and events: Participate in hands-on learning experiences and network with other professionals at PACT's fieldwork days workshops, online meet-ups and our annual DOGx conference.

Mentorship opportunities: Connect with experienced mentors who can provide guidance and support as you grow your dog training career.

Business & Career

Enhanced credibility: PACT membership demonstrates your commitment to professional development, welfare and wellbeing for dogs and humans and a social and environmentally conscious approach, boosting your credibility with clients.

Marketing support: Access resources and guidance on marketing your dog training business and attracting new clients.

Networking opportunities: Connect with other dog professionals, potential clients, and industry leaders at PACT events.

News & Entertainment

Subscription to the PACT Lunch blog & PACT newsletter: Stay informed about the latest ideas, thoughts, news, events, and resources in the dog training world.

Access to the "Barks from the Bookshelf" podcast: Enjoy insightful discussions and interviews with dog training experts from across the globe.

Hear from our students & members about why they joined PACT

“A great organisation with support, lovely knowledgeable people, a great community & an achievable course that fit around my busy schedule of working full time at a vets, as well as being a part time pet sitter. Thank you PACT for allowing my dreams to come true & my confidence to grow. If you are thinking about joining, you won’t regret it.”

Evie Reader, PACT CTIC Student (2024)

“Working in rescue I often see the dark side of dog ownership and many cases of dogs ending up in rescue have been the result of aversive or 'nothing in life is free' style approach to dog training. PACT showed me a beacon of hope for the dog industry and I want to be a part of supporting the nations pets and their guardians to try and prevent the need for relinquishment.”

Roz Buckley, PACT Accredited ATI & CBTC Student (2024)

“It's the gold-standard of dog training!" - my manager squealed as we both excitedly jumped around the office at our rehoming centre after I received a phone call to say I had been offered a scholarship with the Professional Association of Canine Trainers (PACT).”

Pavan Matharu: PACT Student Member (scholarship)