Meadowlake’s CPDT-KA Trainer
Meadowlake Pet Resort's Trainer, Tori Hankey CPDT-KA, has earned certification through
the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT). Tori now joins nearly 2000
Certificants worldwide, and she's now among 17 in Houston. A CCPDT-certified trainer is
one who has met eligibility requirements and has successfully demonstrated his or her
knowledge by passing the certification exam. To meet eligibility requirements, candidate
trainers must have: At least 300 hours experience in dog training within the last five
years, high school diploma or equivalent, one reference each from a veterinarian, a client,
and a professional colleague. Knowledge of dog behavior and application of training
techniques are assessed in the following content areas: Learning theory, instruction skills,
husbandry, ethology, and equipment.
Certified Pet Dog Trainers maintain their credential through continuing education by
attending workshops, conferences, and hands-on seminars for professional dog trainers.
This continuing education requirement ensures that Certified Pet Dog Trainers are
knowledgeable about the most current thinking, research, and techniques in the field.