The APDT Chronicle of the Dog Summer 2020 | Page 20

FOUNDATION NEWS | FOUNDATION AUCTION SEEKS DONATIONS APDT Foundation’s Auctions Seek Donations, Items The APDT Foundation was created to help raise money specifically for research and citizen science projects that would be of practical use to dog trainers, dog behavior consultants, shelter trainers, veterinary hospitals and others who work to improve the lives of dogs and their humans. APDT members who desire to contribute to the Foundation can provide an item for the auction or buy an item. More information will be provided later when that auction may take place. The Foundation is a registered 501c3 charity and its tax ID number is 27-1498724. All donations are tax-deductible according to the Internal Revenue Service rules and regulations.. “We are still working out the kinks on switching from an in-person conference and live auction to one being done virtually,” said APDT Foundation board member Sarah Anderson. “But nonetheless, we anticipate this year’s auctions will be AMAZING with auction items being available to view ahead of time online! Every year we are blessed with one-of-a-kind items, trips, experiences and continuing education opportunities.” Some of this year’s items include: • Willie the Perpetual Pig: Dr. Patricia McConnell donated Willie’s Pig Toy for the APDT Foundation’s first Live Auction. For the past 26 years, Willie has traveled around the world with the winner of this iconic character’s very special auction for a year until re-auctioned at the next conference. This will be Willie's 27th auction! Get a chance to be part of APDT history and follow in the footsteps of previous Willie Caretakers like: Dr. Patricia McConnell, Dr. Ian Dunbar, and more! You will get to host Willie for a year, control his social media presence and adventures, and have unlimited access to his knowledge and experiences! For more information, check out Willie’s Facebook page at: https://www. facebook.com/pg/WillieThePerpetualPig/ • CCPDT certification exam registration donated by CCPDT • Our “Mystery Suitcase” stuffed with hundreds of dollars in swag, items signed by speakers, gift certificates and more, you always get more than you bid for! • Chances to sit down and pick the brain of one of our amazing and knowledgeable presenters. • Behavior Works Course with Dr. Susan Friedman • Free access to the full 2020 conference recordings donated by the APDT • And much, much more! If you have an item to donate, dog-related or other, we would love to hear from you! Feel free to send gift cards or certificates that are easier to ship. Just send us a photo and we’ll get it uploaded for the auction! To donate to the Silent or Live Auction, please contact [email protected]. More information will be available in the FALL issue of Chronicle of the Dog. 18 Building Better Trainers Through Education