Talk:International Association of Canine Professionals
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[edit] Section removed
I have removed the following section from the article, for several reasons. First, it is in a tone inappropriate for an encyclopedia, being written more like a letter or advertisement. Second, it would appear to be a complete word-for-word copy/paste from the organization's director, violating Wikipedia's copyright policy. This entire article is written in an inappropriate tone, and needs some serious work for anyone who may know about this organization. Ariel♥Gold 20:59, 17 December 2007 (UTC)
[edit] IACP - How It All Began
Are you like me and ever puzzled over whether it was dog that discovered man or man who discovered dog? Whichever it was, there is no doubt that our lives have become en-twined so much so that dogs, for many of us, are a necessity. To be without a dog is to feel like a part of yourself is missing. Likewise, for a dog without work to do and a caring human partner to enjoy, life is merely an existence.
Dogs form working partnerships with us while providing the companionship we seek from an animal/-human relationship. A dog’s devotion to humans and the role they play, whether herding, hunting, protecting, guiding, serving or entertaining is unquestionable. In return we owe them our devotion to help guide them toward good citizenship as they become effective working partners doing the jobs they find enjoyable and fulfilling.
In the dog world, dedicated people continually seek to improve the welfare of the dog through knowledgeable breeding, training, nutrition, health and caring programs. In doing so they strengthen the dog/human bond. Their efforts often go unrecognized but these professionals provide the much needed expertize to support and maintain the special relationship that exists between humans and dogs. Through their services to dogs and owners they provide an essential service to all society.
But many dog professionals today are isolated--rarely communicating, learning, understanding and sharing knowledge with each other. Often this deficiency in the professions leads to misunderstandings that create even larger communication barriers. How-ever, by adopting a mature, professional outlook and a belief that true professionals are concerned with the best interests of the dog and their owners, disagreements disappear and compassion emerges. Ways of understanding and learning from each other begin to grow.
With these concepts in mind, members of a professional dog trainers networking list I administrated encouraged the establishment of an association representing and uniting all canine professionals. This would foster open discussion, debate, education, learning and understanding about the wide range of interests and vocations relating to dogs. List members from all over the world emphasised that if we wanted to learn, gain support, develop effective and successful businesses and--most important--provide services which would enhance the lives of dogs and their owners, we had to work and act professionally with respect for each other and each others' opinions.
Recognizing how all involved would benefit from closer associations, fifteen leading professionals from all over America formed The International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) in 1999. Its mission is to maintain the highest standards of professional and business practices while providing support and representation for all occupations involved with any aspect of canine management, health, training and husbandry. The IACP encourages diversity of thought and exchange of ideas about care, training and management while helping members be successful in their chosen vocation.
For trainers, veterinarians, groomers, kennel owners, breeders, pet shop owners --or any business associated with dogs--only the IACP brings all dog professionals together under one roof.
The Association is dedicated to assisting members improve their business, their livelihood, and their knowledge. By uniting and working together, IACP members can improve the lives and welfare of our canine friends while assisting owners to establish loving and caring two-way relationships.
IACP Membership is for anyone who is involved in dog-related activities, whether as a vocation or through business and who not only expects but demands the highest standards from the profession.
As executive director, I welcome all dog professionals to the IACP where you can be proud, respected and valued for the services you provide for dogs, their owners and society.
The IACP and the canine profession is what we all make it, and I hope that you will invite your fellow professionals to join us. Together we can all benefit and succeed.
(copyright 1999)
[edit] Blatant Copyright violations
I have removed multiple sections, and restored the article to its original stub, as all the sections have been copied word-for-word from http://www.dogpro.org/ subpages, and therefore violate Wikipedia's copyright policy. I would appreciate someone taking the time to find third-party sources to verify the information and citing them to allow for information to be added. Thanks, Ariel♥Gold 20:59, 17 December 2007 (UTC)
