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October 30 - November 2, 2019Portland, Oregon
Be a Better Trainer. Build a Better Business.
Start Planning for the 2019 APDT Conference
Come, sit, stay, and learn. The 2019 APDT Conference will offer a variety of opportunities to improve ourselves as trainers, as business people, and as an industry. From amazing keynote speakers to CE classes to ample opportunities to network and participate in peer-to-peer sharing, the 2019 APDT Conference in Portland, Oregon is a dynamic event for serious dog-trainers who want to stay at the top of their game. The conference will take place at the Oregon Convention Center, a short walk from the DoubleTree Hotel.
Keynote Speaker to Share Thoughts on “Understanding Animal Behavior.”
Temple Grandin, Ph.D.
Photo credit: Rosalie Winard
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Online Library
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Conference Merchandise
Check out this years t-shirts, sweatshirts, and Muddy Paw Pins!
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Continuing Education Units (CEU)
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Showcase your brand at the APDT Conference.
Become an ExhibitorAPDT is pleased to offer a multi-employee discount on registration fees for groups of 5 or more employees.
To apply for this discount, please contact Member Services at 800-738-3647 or apdt@apdt.com.
Conference Pricing
Registration Rate After August 1
Premium
Professional
$580 4 days
$500 3 days
$420 2 days
$340 1 day
Professional
Member
$610 4 days
$530 3 days
$450 2 days
$370 1 day
Supporting
Member
$625 4 days
$545 3 days
$465 2 days
$385 1 day
Non-Member
$705 4 days
$605 3 days
$505 2 days
$405 1 day
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