Join the International Working Dog Association
Become a member of the IWDA to gain access to tools, educational materials, and training opportunities that promote the ethical breeding and raising of healthy, behaviourally appropriate dogs ideally suited for performing their work: whether in the fields of Military, Guide, Assistance, Detection, competitive sports or breed conservation, we have resources for you.
We understand the day to day costs of running a successful working dog breeding program or school, so we provide membership options that are affordable for individuals, small or large organizations, and clubs of any size.
Thank you to all of our existing members and our generous sponsors! As we are a non-profit organization, your support directly contributes to the production of more educational resources for our members.
What does IWDA membership offer you?
A knowledgebase of health, training, breeding, and socialization resources at your fingertips.
Articles range in complexity – we have content suitable for new breeders, geneticists, veterinarians, kennel staff and volunteers, management and more.
Three digital academic journal subscriptions,
Don’t have the time to browse through academic papers? No worries – we post articles on our social media and in our newsletters that may be relevant to you.
Complimentary webinar access & 100+ recorded conference sessions.
Enjoy the latest in canine science: watch our recorded conference sessions in your own time. Join us for our live webinars presented by industry experts, or watch recordings whenever suits you.
Experience industry and networking opportunities.
Communicate with likeminded members through our member directory; get involved in our conferences, webinars, workshops and newsletters; and enjoy our members-only partner offers.
...and much more!
(Remember, we also offer a free newsletter and industry-recognized puppy socialization program with no membership necessary!)
Choose your Membership type:
IWDA Individual Membership
Perfect for individuals, independent breeders, small organizations, breeding managers, etc.
$150
Yearly subscription -
Student discount available!
Includes:
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Access to over 100 conference presentation recordings, covering health, training, behavior, medical advancements, colony management and more |
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Digital access to 3 scientific journals (the Journal of veterinary behaviour, Advances in Small Animal Care, and Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice) - over $900/yr value! |
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Complimentary access to our IWDA Webinar Series presented by industry experts - join us live or watch recorded sessions afterwards. |
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Priority & discounted tickets to International Working Dog Conferences and Breeder's Workshops |
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Various member deals and offers thanks to our industry sponsors and partners |
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All memberships are governed under our privacy policy and terms of service.
IWDA Corporate Membership
Customise your membership to meet the needs of your small, medium, or large sized organization.
Starting at
$500
for 4 memberships - yearly subscription
Includes:
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Includes membership for 4 to 50+ staff - choose a subscription that meets your needs. Each individual will receive: |
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Access to over 100 conference presentation recordings, covering health, training, behavior, medical advancements, colony management and more |
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Digital access to 3 scientific journals (the Journal of veterinary behaviour, Advances in Small Animal Care, and Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice) - over $900/yr value! |
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Complimentary access to our IWDA Webinar Series presented by industry experts - join us live or watch recorded sessions afterwards. |
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Priority & discounted tickets to International Working Dog Conferences and Breeder's Workshops |
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Various member deals and offers thanks to our industry sponsors and partners |
| ... and more! |
All memberships are governed under our privacy policy and terms of service.
IWDA Club Membership
Club memberships give your members all the same advantages as our individual subscriptions.
A discount is applied depending on the number of club members registering with the IWDA.
| 5 members: | 20% discount ($120 ea) |
| 10 members: | 25% discount ($112.50 ea) |
| 20 members: | 30% discount ($105 ea) |
| 35 members: | 35% discount ($97.50 ea) |
| 50+ members: | 40% discount ($90 ea) |
Further student discounts available to approved student clubs!
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Upon enrolment, club member details are to be submitted to the IWDA by their parent club. |
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Members are prompted to pay for their membership individually through a unique registration code aligned to your club. |
All memberships are governed under our privacy policy and terms of service.
Please note that the International Working Dog Assocication is a non-profit organization. Member fees directly contribute to member events such as the IWDC, development of educational resources and tools, and promotion of the IWDA and its mission.
We warmly thank all our current members and generous sponsors. It is with your support that we can contribute to the betterment of working dogs.