February 17th, 2005:

 

Mary Mazzeri of Carpentersville, IL was awarded the prestigious title of PDTI  from the  (International Association of Canine Professionals). The Professional Dog Training Instructor Certification is a rare honor. The rigorous testing program tests an individuals teaching experience, canine behavior knowledge base, human relational skills, business practices and ethics. The multi-faceted test includes documentation of experience, a written exam, and a practical jury exam by peer review.

Mazzeri has been teaching dog obedience classes in group and private formats for 35 years. When asked, "Why did you wait so long to do this testing?" she replied, "When I began as a dog trainer, there were no governing bodies that offered accreditation. Along the way several organizations sprang up that offered 'certification' but I felt that their requirements were inadequate. When I realized that the IACP set a very high standard,  I wanted to endorse the testing process and to encourage others in my profession to come on board to validate their skills. The profession of dog training has come a long way in the last three decades. Lots of beginners hang out a shingle and don't really have the skills or experience they need. With the certification, a dog owning consumer can now select an experienced dog trainer with greater confidence and assurance.

~With an IACP professional, you and your dog are in Safe Hands.~