By Susan Nilson PPG launched its Advocacy Panel in August with the aim of supporting pet guardian education and making it accessible to a wider audience © Pet Professional Guild The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel was launched in August and has already held its first three sessions, where…
Leading pet industry experts to meet on regular basis and discuss topical issues to help inform both pet guardians and professionals LECANTO, Fla. – July 29, 2021 – The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) has established an Advocacy Panel as part of its key mission to support pet guardian education and make it accessible…
By Andrea Carne A study by Cecchetti et al. (2021) found that cats who engaged in play with their guardians using a wand toy for just 5 to 10 minutes a day brought home 25% fewer prey animals © Can Stock Photo / adogslifephoto “Play with your cat more –…
By Don Hanson Dogs that have not learned to cope with being alone can become anxious or fearful when they are suddenly left on their own © Can Stock Photo / adogslifephoto Dogs are social animals, and most will actively seek out our companionship. They can quickly become accustomed to…
By Mary Jean Alsina Fear is an emotion and not a behavior so cannot be rewarded. Fearful dogs must be made to feel safe at all times © Can Stock Photo Inc./hannadarzy “I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.” – Louisa May Alcott Many…
It is Pet Professional Guild’s (PPG) view that electric shock in the guise of training constitutes a form of abuse towards pets, and, given that there are highly effective, positive training alternatives, should no longer be a part of the current pet industry culture of accepted practices, tools or philosophies.…
Dear Veterinarian, There are numerous professional organizations that offer membership and credentials in the field of animal training and behavior. Few, however, hold their members to a strict code of conduct which involves the application of their trade through scientific protocols and the objective to cause no harm. Unfortunately, the…
Dogs are sentient beings with minds and emotions very much like our own: When we bring a dog into our life that is a solemn commitment to make decisions which are in the best welfare of our pet, not our own desires or goals. Photo: Susan Nilson In 2012, my…
You may be wondering what exactly are the benefits of joining a member organization such as PPG so we’ve decided to help you out by listing a mere 30 of them. Whether you’re a seasoned pet professional, a…
Reiki is a Japanese technique, based on the teaching of Mikao Usui in 1922, for stress reduction and relaxation that is also stated to promote healing 1. Practitioners believe that the human body is made up of energy and Reiki balances the human energy fields known as Auras, and energy…