VSPDT has reached an agreement with Operation Socialization to provide several free memberships each year for select VSPDT members as well as standing discounts for all members. Operation Socialization is a professional membership organization dedicated to providing positive reinforcement dog trainers another tool to set themselves apart from other trainers offering puppy socialization services. Among the member benefits:

• +R puppy training curriculum protocols
• OS marketing tips and guides
• more client referrals from OS listing and dog-friendly businesses

VSPDT has arranged for 3 VSPDT members to receive full, complimentary membership in Operation Socialization for one year each (a $325 value). To be included in a random drawing for one of these 3 full scholarships, please email [email protected] with the subject line ‘OS Scholarship’ before August 30, 2012.

In addition, all VSPDT members are eligible to receive a 10% discount off membership and a waived application fee ($15 value). To take advantage of these discounts, use the code   VSPDTSocializer  on your OS application.