In this episode, the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses how to help families who are experiencing "pet regret" find solutions and move forward. Your moderator is Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson, and the panelists are Kristi Benson, Dayle Pierce, Kim Silver, and Sam Wike. Enjoy the discussion!
Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Dayle Pierce and Grace Peck about an important topic: canine separation anxiety.
In this special episode, Niki Tudge hosts Equid Division Chair Michelle Martiya in a discussion about providing hoof care to fearful equids. Enjoy!
Listen as PPG's Advocacy Panel discusses how to help families find their ideal pet ... and avoid pet regret! Your host and moderator is PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson, and the panelists are Tasha Attwood, Allison Hunter-Frederick, Pat Miller, and Dayle Pierce.
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Frania Shelley-Grielen about introducing cats, inter-cat aggression, and other topics related to multi-cat households. Frania Shelley-Grielen is a professional animal behaviorist, dog trainer, and educator who holds a Masters Degrees in Animal Behavior from Hunter College and a Masters Degree in Urban Planning from New York University, complimenting her insight into behavior with an in-depth understanding of the bui...
In this episode of the PPG Podcast, Niki Tudge and Rebekah King walk you through the process of getting a credential through the Pet Professional Accreditation Board (PPAB). Whether you are transferring your current credential to a PPAB credential or earning a PPAB credential outright, Niki and Rebekah answer the most commonly asked questions about the process. Tune in now and get started on your journey to a PPAB credential!
Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Frania Shelley-Grielen about her book, Behavior Matters for Cats and Dogs , winner of the Dog Writers of America's "Best Behavior Book 2024" and the Dogwise "Best Book of 2024.” Niki and Frania discussed both the cat and dog sections of the book and snippets from the chapters on aggression, dog bite prevention, and some of the individual cat and dog skills. Frania Shelley-Grielen is a professional animal behaviorist, dog trainer, and educator who ho...
Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Veronica Sanchez and Jenn Friedline about the damaging effect of dog trainers dispensing poor advice on social media.
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Emily Hall about adventure cats!
Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Frania Shelley-Grielen about the pet services industry. Frania Shelley-Grielen is a professional animal behaviorist, dog trainer, and educator who holds a Masters Degrees in Animal Behavior from Hunter College and a Masters Degree in Urban Planning from New York University, complimenting her insight into behavior with an in-depth understanding of the built environment. She is a licensed Pet Care Technician Instructor, a registered the...
Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses how to stay motivated and afloat during challenging times. Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson is your host and moderator, and the panelists are Laura Donaldson, Dayle Pierce, and Sam Wike. Enjoy learning some helpful tips from your colleagues!
Kim Silver fills in for Don Hanson as your host in this episode of the PPG Advocacy Panel about why we use positive reinforcement in pet training. Your panelists for this discussion are Beth Adelman, Pat Miller, Debbie Sheridan, Dr. Kristina Spaulding, Niki Tudge, and Dr. Karolina Westlund. Sit back, relax, and enjoy listening!
Join Niki Tudge as she hosts Jenn Friedline, Zuzanna (Zuzia) Kubica, and Veronica Sanchez in a lively discussion about how to teach loose-leash walking!
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with the one and only Dr. Susan Friedman about behavior analysis.
In this episode, Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison chat and chuckle with Dr. Denise Johnson about house soiling issues in cats. Dr. Denise Johnson is a general practitioner of veterinary medicine and an International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) Certified Cat Behavior Consultant. Her special interests include behavioral health and low-stress handling. Her qualifications include Elite Fear Free Practitioner, Certified in Low Stress Handling–Silver, and Cat Friend...
In this episode, the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses ethics—what they are and why they are so important in the pet care professions. Your moderator is Don Hanson and panelists are Allison Hunter-Frederick, Dayle Pierce, Kim Silver, Holden Svirsky, and Niki Tudge. Relax and enjoy listening to the discussion!
Join PPG Founder and President Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education , a PPG Corporate Partner, about her Service Dog Certificate (SDC) program. Rolling enrollment for the SDC program is back! You can now take the course any time that's convenient for you. Listen to the episode for full details and more information about the program. Apply to the program by February 11 and get a free extra month to complete the course. Click here to ...
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachovia- Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Mary Gardner about all things senior cats! There is nothing better to Dr. Gardner than a dog with a grey muzzle or a skinny old cat! Her professional goal is to increase awareness and medical care for the geriatric veterinary patient and to help make the final life stage as peaceful as possible, surrounded with dignity and support for all involved. A University of Florida graduate, Dr. Gardner discovered her nic...
Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses the people skills animal trainers and behavior consultants need to teach, counsel, and advocate. Your moderator is Don Hanson, chair of PPG's Advocacy Task Force. The panelists are Kristi Benson, Dayle Pierce, Debbie Sheridan, and Sam Wike. Make yourself comfortable and enjoy the discussion!
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle about performing cats and how to get them ready to do their thing! Melissa Millett is the founder and head trainer of In Dogs We Trust and The Ultimutts , and Ultimutt Animal Actors . She has trained thousands of family pets and is recognized globally as an animal expert. Melissa has been featured on major Canadian TV networks, including Breakfast Television (Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary), CP24, Global News, CTV (Toronto,...
In this episode, the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses pet obesity. Your host is PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson, and the panelists are Beth Adelman, Daniel Antolec, Judy Luther, Debbie Sheridan, and Kim Silver. Grab a healthy snack and enjoy the discussion!
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachovia-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Sarah Brown about her book, The Hidden Language of Cats—How They Have Us at Meow ! Sarah Brown gained her PhD on the social behavior of neutered domestic cats while working at the Anthrozoology Institute at the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom. She has since worked as an independent cat behavior counselor and a consultant for the cat-toy industry, and has conducted research for and worked with seve...
Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Boutelle of dogbiz about the five steps to a thriving R+ training business!
Join Joanna Wachowiak-Finalison and Krista Schulte as they chat and chuckle with Alice Chau-Ginguene about comparing attitudes of cat ownership in Ireland and the U.S. Alice Chau-Ginguene is a clinical animal behaviorist with 15 years of experience specializing in cat behavior. Passionate about making animal science accessible and engaging, she is dedicated to enhancing the enjoyment between cats and humans, and improving feline mental health. Through her private practice Alice supports cat love...
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Zazie Todd, author of Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy , about the five pillars of feline welfare. Zazie Todd PhD is an animal behaviour expert and award-winning author. She got the world talking about happiness for pets with her first two books Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy . Her third book, Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, ...
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Sassafras Patterdale (Lowrey) about tricks, games, and enrichment for cats! Sassafras Patterdale (Lowrey) CPDT-KA is an award-winning author whose books have been honored by organizations ranging from the American Library Association to the Dog Writers Association of America. Sassafras’ books include Tricks In The City , Healing/Heeling , and Chew This Journal: An Activity Book For You And Your Dog . Sassafras is al...
Don't miss this special episode from PPG's Advocacy Task Force in its series, Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection! These special Advocacy Panels feature a special guest and two co-hosts. The special guest for this Advocacy Panel is Dr. Karolina Westlund ! Your Co-hosts: Judy Luther and Debbie Sheridan Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson Enjoy listening to the Advocacy Panel’s informal, free-flowing discussion!...
Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Laura Monaco Torelli about cooperative care with cats! Laura Monaco Torelli is the founder of Animal Behavior Training Concepts in Chicago, Illinois. Her career began in 1991 with Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, where she was part of the animal care team for beluga whales, dolphins, sea otters, seals, river otters, and penguins. After nearly a decade at the Shedd, she moved on to the San Diego Zoo and then Brookfield Zoo ...
Join PPG Advocacy Task Force chair Don Hanson as he hosts a clowder of feline training and behavior experts for a discussion about the most misunderstood facts about cats and their behavior. Your panelists for this discussion are Dr. Zazie Todd, Beth Adelman, Allison Hunter-Frederick, Holden Svirsky, and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison. Enjoy listening to the Advocacy Panel’s informal, free-flowing discussion!
Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education about her service dog coaching program!
