The Pet Professional Guild

05/31/2026

🌠FREE Networking Huddle at Business Growth Awareness Week!
https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/business-growth-awareness-week-small-steps-big-vision-sustainable-growth/
From Me to We: The Power of Collaborative Behavior Teams— Learn About the Value of Joining Behavior Teams as a Networking and Referral Strategy
Hosted by: Erika Liljefelt and Tasha Attwood
⏰Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 12 Noon ET
🌠Let's focus on moving away from the "competition" mindset and toward the "community" model that defines the PPG philosophy.
Something to consider before your session: Overcoming Competition Mindsets
From Scarcity to Abundance - In many local areas, there’s a fear of 'losing clients' to competitors. 🤔How can we reframe a 'competitor' as a 'collaborator' who actually helps grow the local market for force-free services?

05/31/2026

'Herding Dogs Beyond the Paddock: Understanding Behaviour in Pet Homes' - with Jessica Strain of The Mindful Canine
Details and registration: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/herding-dogs-beyond-the-paddock-understanding-behaviour-in-pet-homes-with-jessica-strain/
⏰June 8, 2026/6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (ET)
CEUs: PPAB 1, PMCT 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1, IAABC 1
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the functional purpose of herding dogs and the traits selected for in working lines
- Identify key differences in herding styles across Border Collies, Australian Kelpies, and Australian Cattle Dogs
- Explain how breeding, selection, and bloodlines can influence behavioural expression
- Recognise common behaviour patterns in herding dogs that are closely linked to genetic and functional traits
- Apply a breed-informed lens when interpreting behaviour in herding dogs living in pet homes

05/30/2026

Assistance Animal Division Huddle- Hosted by Christina de Juan, Ph.D. of CreScent Service Dogs Inc.
⏰Saturday, June 20, 2026, 12 Noon ET
Topic- Serving Those Who Serve: The Gold Standard: Designing Services That Speak to Assistance Animal Handlers. Where to Start?
🤔Something to consider before your session - The Collaborative Ecosystem: How can we better collaborate with medical professionals or disability advocates to ensure our services are truly meeting the 'daily independence' goals of the handlers we serve?
✨How to participate: When you register for Business Growth Awareness Week *FOR FREE* your all-access pass includes direct links to all of the event’s core programming, including Divisional Networking Huddles.
https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/business-growth-awareness-week-small-steps-big-vision-sustainable-growth/

05/30/2026

Join us for a PPG Live Webinar!
'Successful Feline Integration: Practical Strategies for Multi-Cat Households' -with Brianna Shaw of Priority Pet Boarding Services Inc.
⏰June 10, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am (ET)
More info: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/successful-feline-integration-practical-strategies-for-multi-cat-households-with-brianna-shaw/
Key Topics Covered:
- Brief introduction to Priority Pet Boarding Services Inc. and our care philosophy
- Understanding feline social structure and territory
- Scent-based integration strategies (scent soaking, swapping, and familiarization)
- Expanding territory through vertical space and environmental enrichment
- Managing shared resources (litter boxes, feeding stations, resting areas)
- Practical tips for long-term success in multi-cat households

05/29/2026

"Within days of Muppy’s diagnosis, I developed a list to assess her comfort daily and help determine if she was suffering." - Don Hanson of Green Acres Kennel Shop in the newest Pets and Their People:

By Don Hanson

05/29/2026

Business Growth Awareness Week - Are you ready to scale your passion into a thriving, sustainable business?
https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/business-growth-awareness-week/
Revenue Roundtable: Get BusinessSMART with DogNostics Education
⏰Tuesday, June 16 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET
Whether you are seeking to refine your mechanics or scale your pet care business, DogNostics Education delivers the gold standard in professional development, helping you turn your professional vision into a reality of prosperity and prestige.

05/28/2026

FREE Live Webinar: From Manners to Membership - Leveraging the Pet Dog Ambassador Program to Drive Recurring Revenue and Business Growth
⏰Thursday, June 18, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET
Presented by: Debra Millikan, Niki Tudge, & Rebekah King
✨How to participate: When you register for Business Growth Awareness Week – FOR FREE - your all-access pass includes direct links to all of the event’s core programming, including expert-led webinars. Register here: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/business-growth-awareness-week-small-steps-big-vision-sustainable-growth/
Session Description: In a competitive pet industry, the key to sustainable profitability isn't just finding new clients—it’s keeping the ones you have. Join us for an insightful session on how to transform the Pet Dog Ambassador (PDA) program from a simple training curriculum into a powerful engine for business growth.

05/27/2026

Canine Division Huddle - Hosted by Sam Wike
⏰Friday, June 19, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET
Topic- Moving from Obedience Models to a Well-Being Focus: A Deep Dive into Enrichment Services That Drive Loyalty and Revenue
🤔Something to consider before your session:
When a client asks for a 'quick fix' for a behavior that we know stems from anxiety or boredom, how do you pivot that conversation toward enrichment without losing their buy-in?
✨How to participate:
When you register for Business Growth Awareness Week *FOR FREE* your all-access pass includes direct links to all of the event’s core programming, including Divisional Networking Huddles.
https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/business-growth-awareness-week-small-steps-big-vision-sustainable-growth/

05/27/2026

'When Behaviour Isn’t What It Says on the Tin: How HRV Gives Dogs a Voice in Grooming, Stress and Welfare' - with Dean Hart
Details & Registration:
https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/when-behaviour-isnt-what-it-says-on-the-tin-how-hrv-gives-dogs-a-voice-in-grooming-stress-and-welfare-with-dean-hart/
⏰June 8, 2026/2:30 pm - 3:30 pm (ET)
A welfare‑centred look at how physiological data can reveal the emotional truth behind grooming‑related behaviour.
CEUs: PPAB 1, PMCT 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1, IAABC 1

05/27/2026

Join us for a PPG Live Webinar! 'She Speaks Cat: Understanding Consent from a Cat’s Perspective' -with Michelle Danahy
⏰June 4, 12:00 ET
CEUs: PPAB 1, PMCT 1, IAABC 1
Register today: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/she-speaks-cat-understanding-consent-from-a-cats-perspective-with-michelle-danahy/
🐱This webinar focuses on consent from the cat’s perspective and how cats communicate their boundaries, comfort levels, and willingness to engage. Rather than focusing on behavior problems or solutions, the session invites participants to rethink everyday interactions through a lens of observation, respect, and choice.
🤓Can’t make it to the live webinar? No worries! Registration includes the webinar recording link.
🎀PPG Members get $10 off all webinars! To get your discount code, log in to the member area of the PPG website. If you are not yet a member, consider joining today!