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The Pet Professional Guild
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Compassionate, ethical and humane pet professionals.

Informed by Science, Guided by Empathy, Governed by Ethics
❄️Deciding when and for how long you should have a dog outdoors for exercise and play should be based on the following guidelines and your best judgment after considering all pertinent factors.
❄️Be particularly conservative with older dogs, and short-haired and smaller breeds.
#coldweather #winter
January 21, 2026 at 3:26 PM
✨Come and Join Us!✨Upcoming Ask Anything Support Huddle Session: ⏰January 16, 2026/11:00 am (ET)
Register for FREE: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
Providing support and answering questions about The Pet Professional Guild and The Pet Professional Accreditation Board.
January 15, 2026 at 3:26 PM
On-Demand Webinar: Watch as soon as you register!
'Understanding the Neuroscience of Learning and Memory' - with Simon Gadbois, PhD
www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
This webinar session was broadcast as part of the Brain Train event – November 2025.
#animalbehavior #behaviornerds
January 14, 2026 at 2:31 PM
'From Guesswork to Science: Why the DMAIC Framework is a Game-Changer for Dog Behavior Consultants'
Presenter- Niki Tudge
⏰Jan. 27/12:00-1:30pm (ET)
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Elevate your consulting practice from an art form to a data-driven science. & Earn CEUs!
#MondayMotivation
January 12, 2026 at 2:22 PM
We want to know...How do YOU help make a kinder world for your #pets? Comment below⬇️
Then join us for a live panel discussion. It’s free!
January PPG Advocacy Panel: 'How Can Guardians Help Make a Kinder World for Pets?'
⏰Jan. 21, 2026/12:00-1:00 pm (ET)
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January 8, 2026 at 2:41 PM
The Science of Pricing: Math, Psychology, and Revenue Strategy for Dog Trainers
⏰January 9, 2026/12:00 pm - 1:30 pm (ET)
HURRY! Register today: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
Claim the Exact Formula for Charging What You’re Worth—and Getting Clients to Say, "Yes."
#dogtrainingbusiness
January 7, 2026 at 3:19 PM
🤔Have you been thinking about starting a #podcast?
Join us for a live PPG webinar: 'How To Create and Grow a Successful Pet Podcast in 2026'- with Dr. @zazietodd.bsky.social
⏰January 8, 2026/12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (ET)
HURRY! Register today: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
January 6, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Join Niki Tudge: The Strategic Roadmap for PPG in 2026
Jan. 6/12:00 pm (ET)
PPG members, use your FREE member webinar code to register (when you are logged in).
www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
A special 40-min. event where PPG's founder & president unveils our 2026 strategic direction.
January 5, 2026 at 2:54 PM
December 31, 2025 at 3:35 PM
January 2026: Ask Anything – Your PPG/PPAB Support Huddle Session
Discover PPG membership benefits & anything else you’d like to discuss.
Hosted by Rebekah King, Dayle Pierce & Debra Millikan
⏰January 16, 2026/ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (ET)
Register for FREE: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
December 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Behavior Teams-Come learn how this program is transforming case management & improving the lives of #pets and guardians across the #community. If you bring the energy, passion, & motivation, we will provide the systems & support! Discover more:
www.petprofessionalguild.com/programs/beh...
December 29, 2025 at 7:06 PM
🎀Season’s Greetings 🎀 As the year comes to a close, we wish you joy this season. May you find time for the people and pets who enrich your life, the conversations that nourish you, and the quiet moments that help you notice what matters most.
December 24, 2025 at 6:41 PM
✨Featured On-Demand Webinar✨: 'Understanding the Neuroscience of Learning and Memory' -with Simon Gadbois, PhD
Watch as soon as you register: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
🤓This webinar session was broadcast as part of the November 2025 Brain Train event.
#animalbehavior
December 19, 2025 at 2:35 PM
'The Science of Pricing: Math, Psychology, and Revenue Strategy for Dog Trainers'- with Niki Tudge
January 9, 2026 ⏰12:00 - 1:30 pm (ET)
Register today:
www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
Claim the Exact Formula for Charging What You’re Worth—And Getting Clients to Say Yes!
December 18, 2025 at 7:17 PM
'How To Create and Grow a Successful Pet Podcast in 2026' - with @zazietodd.bsky.social
When: January 8, 2026⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (ET)
Register today: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
If you’re thinking of starting a pet pod, this is how to get to episode 8 and beyond.
December 17, 2025 at 5:38 PM
New Pets and Their People blog post- Fear-Based Fails: Why Shock Collars Damage Pets and Trust
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"Using aversive tools, like shock collars, carries several serious risks that undermine practical, humane training..." - Niki Tudge, PPG founder & president
December 16, 2025 at 2:55 PM
🎉December PPG Member FREE Webinar!
Understanding Personality in #Dogs: The Joint Roles of Emotion & Arousal-with Dr. Kristina Spaulding
ON-DEMAND webinar/Register in December - watch any time!
www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
CEUs: PPAB 1.5, PMCT 1.5, CCPDT 1.5, KPA 1.5, IAABC 1.5
December 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Your Pet Professional Accreditation Board Support Call – ⏰Thursday December 4, 2025 ⏰1:30 pm - 2:00 pm (ET)
Hurry! Register today (for FREE!):
www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
If you have questions about transferring a #credential into PPAB or earning a new one, pls. join our call.
December 3, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Attention pet groomers, pet sitters, dog walkers and canine enrichment technicians.📣
If you are interested in giving a voice to #petcare providers, please join PPG today! Then log in to your PPG member account and fill out the volunteer form.
www.petprofessionalguild.com/join-ppg/ppg...
December 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Let’s Create a Better World
Imagine a world where pet guardians receive the greatest value and highest quality, state-of-the-art, force-free, science-based pet training and care. PPG is committed to creating this world. Let’s do this together—join us!
www.petprofessionalguild.com/join-ppg/
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
✨FREE LIVE EVENT: November 18, 2025✨
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (ET)
Chat & Chuckle: An Examination of #Research #Ethics and Individual Methodology - with Dr. @zazietodd.bsky.social and Dr. Eduardo Fernandez
HURRY! ⏰Register now to access the Zoom link: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
November 17, 2025 at 7:11 PM
'From Stress to Success: Confidence Building for Fearful #Dogs'- with Louise Stapleton-Frappell
Day: November 19, 2025 ⏰Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM ET
Register today: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
PPG Member cost: $25 with discount code
Non-member cost: $35
#stress #success #confidence
November 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Chat & Chuckle ⏰ November 13⏰2:00 - 3:00 pm (ET)⏰
Topic: The Myths & Lies About +R/Force-Free Training. Let’s Dispel Them!
Hurry...Register for the Zoom link today. It's FREE:
www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
Special guests – The Audience!
Hosts -Dayle Pierce, Jenn Friedline, Niki Tudge
November 12, 2025 at 6:56 PM
⏰November 12 ⏰3:00-3:30 pm (ET)
Learn About Behavior Teams – Your Live Q&A Session on Zoom. Register here for FREE:
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Let’s stop, think, and change how we work with our colleagues and clients. Join Behavior Teams!
November 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Grab Your Brain Train Ticket. Register Now - Pay Later!
✨A Pet Professional Guild Virtual Event - ⏰November 10–14, 2025⏰
Don't miss the train! Register today! www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve...
✔️Pay in 5 low monthly installments
✔️Proceeds benefit the Pet Training Science Alliance
November 6, 2025 at 4:54 PM