Welcome to the APDT Conference Blog!

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Our 2008 APDT Conference Blog will help you get ready to canter into historic Louisville, Kentucky, October 15-19 for a fun and memorable experience.  We have a terrific line up of speakers, workshops, social and networking events and of course, the Trade Show.

Check the blog regularly for the latest information on speakers and exhibitors.  Whether you are a conference puppy or an old hand, you will find tips that will help make your conference experience go smoothly.

We'll post information on local attractions and restaurants.  If you have been to Louisville or live near by and have suggestions, please send them on to the Conference office APDT@details2.com.

We look forward to seeing you in Louisville for five days of learning, laughing, networking and shopping.

Ellen Sam
Conference Committee Chair
P.J. Lacette
Conference Committee Vice Chair




Thursday, October 16, 2008

Conference Off to a Great Start!

Greetings from Louisville!

The2008 APDT Conference got off to a great start yesterday with a wonderful talk by Dr. Robert Miller on natural horsemanship.  It was followed by a ceremony to honor our award winners.

The afternoon was taken up with interesting sessions by Sarah Kalnajs and Teoti Anderson.  President Kellyann Conway and Executive Director Richard Spencer talked about the state of the association at the General Membership Meeting and outlined some of the successes of the past year.  They also told us about exciting plans for the future of our organization.

Conference puppies got together at the Conference Puppy Orientation which was followed by a Welcome Reception for all the attendees.

We are looking forward to today's Play Symposium