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Become part of an international community of animal behavior professionals committed to ethical, evidence-based practices. Whether you're a student, an experienced professional, or an organization, find the membership option that's right for you and get started today.

Choose Your Membership

Select the membership option that best fits your needs.

Student Membership

$50 USD per year

For individuals aged 18 and older enrolled in a qualifying academic or trade program related to animal behavior. Includes most Supporting Member benefits, excluding voting rights. Proof of enrollment is required.

Apply for Student Membership

Supporting Membership

$100 USD per year

For individuals aged 18 and older who want to join the IAABC professional community. Enjoy membership benefits, professional connections, and the option to pursue IAABC credentials. Credentialing is optional.

Join as a Supporting Member

Credentialed Membership

$150 USD per year

For members who earn an IAABC professional credential. Includes professional recognition, full membership benefits, and permission to use earned credentials. Begin as a Supporting Member and transition after earning a credential.

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Organizational Membership

$275 USD per year

For legally operating businesses and nonprofit organizations. Includes one Supporting Membership, a 25% discount on additional staff memberships, credentialing discounts, and permission to use IAABC organizational branding.

Apply for Organizational Membership

Membership Requirements

All IAABC members must read, agree to, and follow the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Please review both before applying.

Refund Policy

IAABC offers a 48-hour refund policy under limited circumstances. Please review our Refund & Cancellation Policy before applying.

Need Help Choosing a Membership?

Not sure which membership option is right for you? Our team is happy to answer your questions and help you get started.

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Member Designations

Members may apply for more than one credential, but only one examination may be open at a time. Membership dues are based on the highest credential obtained.
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC)    
Certified Cat Behavior Consultant (CCBC)    
Certified Equine Behavior Consultant (CEBC)    
Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant (CPBC)    
Certified Animal Behavior Consultant (CABC)**    
Certified in Shelter Behavior - Dog (CSB-D)    
Certified in Shelter Behavior - Cat (CSB-C)    
Accredited Dog Trainer (IAABC-ADT)    
Shelter Behavior Affiliate (SBA)    

**this designation can be earned only by passing three different Certified examinations

IAABC

"Here I get support, information and training on current, evidence-based knowledge. IAABC provides free webinars and content to earn member CEUs and also a lot of great stuff for further education like mentorships and online courses that I can highly recommend! A great community of international consultants offers great exchange on each relevant topic to support each others helping animals, their owners or even organisations that take care of animals of different species.”

Sylvia Czarnecki
Horse Behavior Consultant

Ethical Commitment

IAABC members must respect the [enter text]. Prospective members should read the Code of Ethics before submitting an application. Each application requires a signature of commitment to the Code of Ethics.

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