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  • 1.  IAABC Shelter Behavior Affiliate

    Posted 04-23-2025 10:13 AM

    I'm just wondering if anyone has gotten this certification, what your experience was, and if you felt it was worth the time and money. I'm considering pursuing it, but I want to be sure it's something that'll add value before I commit.


    #Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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    Sam Maurice
    Humane Society of Jefferson County
    Jefferson WI
    https://hsjc-wis.com
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  • 2.  RE: IAABC Shelter Behavior Affiliate

    Posted 04-24-2025 09:10 AM

    I'm also curious to hear from someone who has the Shelter certification! I'd love to hear about the application process and what knowledge you need to pass the exam. 

    I have a supporting membership with the IAABC and I intend to get a behaviour consulting certification with them, so I can share my experience with the organization as a whole. I'm very impressed with the knowledge, skills, and compassion demonstrated by IAABC members, and the educational courses and conferences I've completed through the IAABC have been incredibly helpful and insightful. I would imagine that the Shelter Behavior Affiliate certification would be held to similar standards as their other memberships, which would make it an excellent title to earn.



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    Alicia Naundorf
    RVT - Behaviour Interest
    Edmonton Humane Society
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  • 3.  RE: IAABC Shelter Behavior Affiliate

    Posted 04-29-2025 03:06 PM

    Bumping this because I'd like some thoughts too. I don't know anyone who has this so it's difficult to get an idea of what it's like and if it's worth it. 



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    Ami Manivong
    Feline Population Coordinator
    Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region
    www.hsppr.org
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