Why join NADOI?

NADOI has been the premier organization for dog trainers for more than 60 years. There is no better place to learn than from the folks that have been training and instructing for decades.

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What is NADOI?

The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors was founded in 1965 with a goal of promoting humane and effective dog training. That goal remains the same today, and we are reaching out to the dog training community to ask them to join us in promoting the idea that skills and experience are the hallmarks of a dog trainer who can be both humane and effective. NADOI does not discriminate against or endorse any particular training tool, method or philosophy.

Who is eligible to join NADOI?

Associate Membership

NADOI has opened the Associate Membership to a broad group of interested people. Requirements are simple:

Be at least 13 years old
Have an interest in dog training and behavior
Agree to abide by our Code of Ethics
Pay the $35 annual fee

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Certified Membership

Certification is offered to those deemed highly qualified, effective dog trainers by their peers:

Have at least five years experience in dog training
Worked with a minimum of 100 dog/handler teams
Private instructors must have taught at least 288 hours
Agree to abide by our Code of Ethics
Pay the $150 examination fee
Pass the certification exam

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Why should I join NADOI?

NADOI Associate Membership brings many benefits to people interested in dogs, dog training, and dog behavior. NADOI is a long-established community of top-notch dog trainers, and Associate Membership offers a chance to join in our discussions, ask questions, and get reduced prices on NADOI sponsored events. You will benefit from industry discounts that range from books to e-training to business insurance.

Learn from the best! If you want to be a dog trainer, joining NADOI is a great way to start. There is no better place to learn than from the folks that have been training and instructing for decades.

NADOI has been the premier organization for dog trainers for almost sixty years, and our Certified Members are all highly skilled and knowledgeable. We are eager to share our excitement with the profession with others.

Become a better dog trainer! If you are already an up-and-coming dog trainer, Associate Membership gets you started on the path to becoming a Certified Dog Trainer. Earning NADOI Certified Membership is challenging, but your Associate Membership will help you to enhance your existing skills and expand your knowledge base, both critical aspects to Certification.