Tracy Haskell, MSW, LCSW, CPDT-KA !

Tracy Haskell, MSW, owner and lead trainer of Peaceful Pack Dog Training, has successfully passed the examination to become a Certified Professional Dog Trainer- Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). The CCPDT is an international testing and certification resource for professional dog trainers.

The CCPDT's certification program is based upon humane training practices and current scientific knowledge in the field of dog training. Candidates for certification must demonstrate that they have completed a minimum of 300 hours of training and working with dogs in group and private sessions prior to receiving permission to sitting for a psychometrically sound written examination. Candidates must also provide references from a client, a colleague and a veterinarian as part of their certification application.

The written examination tests a candidates knowledge of all aspects of the dog training profession. Areas of competency include: classroom management, instructional skills, canine ethology, the science of learning theory, humane training equipment and animal husbandry. CPDT-KAs are required to to stay informed of current scientific advances in the field and be familiar with the newest, humane, most effective training techniques. Attaining continuing education is a required to maintain certification; which is reviewed every three years. Additionally, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer- Knowledge Assessed follows a strict Code of Ethics.

Peaceful Pack Dog Training provides group and private lessons to people and their dogs. It is our business to help people and their dogs create lasting friendships with training solutions that REALLY work!