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KENNEL CLUB CODE OF PRACTICE
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As a member of the Kennel Club Accreditation Scheme for Instructors (KCAI) in dog training and canine behaviour, I agree to be bound by the codes of practice which are as follows:- A. Business Practice - members shall: * act with integrity, in a professional courteous manner befitting membership of their club, business, the Kennel Club and the Scheme. * exercise professional judgement, skill and care to the best of their ability. * respect confidentialilty, personal rights and expectations of all as individuals. * charge a fair price for the services provided and shall not unfairly exploit/mislead/offer levels or services not trained/qualified to deliver. * not unfairly elicit trade or clientele to the detriment of others, be diplomatic in discussions to avoid criticising or condemning advice given/methods used by other clubs/instructors, expecially where those in question will not have the opportunity to justify their actions.* ensure adequate awareness of legal, health and safety issues including having appropriate insurance. * only use designated letters of the Kennel Club when appropriately qualified to do so. B. Training Practice - members should: * be conversant with/promote the Kennel Club Canine Code and aspects of responsible dog ownership. * be able to work in the best interests of the individual dog and handler/owner(s). * acknowledge and promote suitable and motivational methods. * take every reasonable care to control activities which may cause injury or aggression to or by the dog. * have an understanding of dog behaviour and mechanisms of learning. * have an understanding of the human skills of learning, communication and counselling. * be able to advise on the choice, maintenance and safe use of training equipment. * be able to teach to the level of their experience and recognise their limitations and consequences of advice given. * be willing to keep up to date with relevant developments, to improve their own skills and to expand their knowledge. C. Complaints and grievances. * complaints and grievances arising from non-adherence to this code should be referred to the Kennel Club * Kennel Club rule A42 will apply - this rule covers complaints made in respect of conduct that is discreditable or prejudicial to th interests of the canine world. * The Kennel Club will offer help and advice to members. | |
