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PPG Podcast

The Pet Professional Guildwww.petprofessionalguild.com
Bringing you news, interviews and discussions from some of the best in force-free and behavioral science-based animal training. We aim to create a fun, educational and informative podcast that is member focused, so come along and join us! Bring your questions, expertise and a dash of humor!

Episodes

Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding and Irith Bloom

Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Dr. Kristina Spaulding of Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior and Irith Bloom of The Sophisticated Dog about agency and choice, as well as slow thinking, stress, learned helplessness and much more! Pet guardians and pet professionals, enjoy listening as Dr. Spaulding, Irith and Niki share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format!

Mar 06, 20231 hr

Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Jennifer Nesbitt-Hawes of Pet Perspective

Join PPG Founder and President Niki Tudge and Canine Division Chair Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Jennifer Nesbitt-Hawes of Pet Perspective in Australia about puppies! Pet guardians and pet professionals, enjoy listening as Dr. Nesbitt, Niki and Judy share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format!

Mar 02, 20231 hr 5 min

Chat & Chuckle with Carrie Anne Selwyn of Canine Hoopers World

Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Carrie Anne Selwyn of Canine Hoopers World based in Surrey, United Kingdom, about hoopers! Learn why Carrie calls hoopers "the laziest dog sport for the handler," but also one of the most inclusive sports for dogs. Pet guardians and pet professionals, enjoy listening as Carrie, Niki and Judy share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format!

Mar 01, 20231 hr

Chat & Chuckle with Parrish Warren of Space City Cats

Join PPG Feline Division Chair Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Parrish Warren of Space City Cats, based in Houston, Texas, about educating the public and handling misconceptions about Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for community cats. Topics covered include: Working with feeders to gain their cooperation with TNR (people skills required!) Proper feeding of the cats for trapping success Networking with others to maximize the use of TNR resources Trapping 101—...

Feb 21, 202357 min

PPG Advocacy Panel: Anthropomorphism—Is It Relevant?

Join the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel for a discussion on Anthropomorphism—Is It Relevant? Pet guardians and pet professionals, listen as panel members share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Division Chair Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: PPG Founder and President Niki Tudge, Sue Kocher, Linda Michaels, Debbie Sheridan, Dr. Zazie Todd and Sam Wike....

Feb 17, 20231 hr 1 min

Chat & Chuckle with Joey Lusvardi of Class Act Cats

Join PPG Feline Division Chair Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison, also with PPG's Feline Division, as they chat and chuckle with Joey Lusvardi of Class Act Cats. Topics covered include: How they each got started as cat behavior consultants What sparked their career changes Getting experience volunteering with rescues and shelters Different courses available to help gain knowledge The importance of networking and being a member of professional organizations like PPG How to get your bu...

Jan 31, 20231 hr 1 min

Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education

Join PPG Founder and President Niki Tudge and Canine Division Chair Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education , a PPG Corporate Partner. Veronica shares information about her Service Dog Coach certificate program that is opening for enrollment on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Enrollment for this program opens only twice per year, so don't miss your opportunity to apply now at cooperativepaws.com! Other topics covered in this episode include...

Jan 26, 20231 hr 1 min

PPG Advocacy Panel: What Do You Do When You're the Only Force-Free Professional in Town?

Join the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel for a discussion on What Do You Do When You're the Only Force-Free Professional in Town? Pet guardians and pet professionals, listen as panel members share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Division Chair Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: PPG Founder and President Niki Tudge, Debbie Sheridan, Kim Silver, Sue Kocher, Judy Luther and Beth Adelman....

Jan 20, 20231 hr 2 min

Chat & Chuckle with Sandra Grossmann of The Feline Consultant

Join PPG Feline Division Chair Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison, also with the PPG Feline Division, as they chat and chuckle with Sandra Grossmann of The Feline Consultant about feline nutrition and feeding cats.

Nov 22, 20221 hr 1 min

PPG Podcast with the PPG Advocacy Panel: Discussion #15 - Top Tips on How to Network and Spread the Mission

Join the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel for a discussion on Top Tips on How to Network and Spread the Mission Pet guardians and pet professionals, listen as panel members share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Division Chair Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion includes: Aaron Jones of the PPG Inclusivity Division and PPG Shelter and Rescue Division , Linda Michaels, Kim Silver, Dr. Karolina Westlund and Monique Williams of th...

Nov 04, 20221 hr 6 min

Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Boutelle and Gina Phairas of dogbiz

Join Kelly Fahey and PPG Canine Committee Chair Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Veronica Boutelle and Gina Phairas of dogbiz about the THRIVE! program. THRIVE! is an online program of dogbiz’s that provides group coaching and a supportive community to help R+ dog trainers and their businesses thrive....

Oct 26, 20221 hr 13 min

The PPG Member Newsletter - Oct./Nov 2022

Listen to Judy Luther and Niki Tudge chat through this month's PPG Member News. We talk about PPG Events, Webinars, Meetups, News & More! You can read the full newsletter here Other PPG Publications BARKS from the Guild presents a collection of valuable business and technical articles as well as reviews and news stories pertinent to our industry. BARKS is the official publication of the Pet Professional Guild and is designed for animal training and pet professionals. Read BARKS Pets and Their ...

Oct 17, 202240 min

PPG Advocacy Panel - Dog Safety: Should It Be Taught in Schools? Is There a Public Safety Concern?

Join the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel for a discussion on Dog Safety: Should It Be Taught in Schools? Is There a Public Safety Concern? Pet guardians and pet professionals, listen as panel members share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format. Your Moderators: PPG Advocacy Committee Chair Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel includes: Aaron Jones, Sam Wike, and Monique Williams...

Oct 12, 202258 min

Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Lisa Radosta of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service

Join Niki Tudge, PPG Canine Committee chair Judy Luther and BARKS Magazine editor-in-chief Paula Garber as they Chat and Chuckle with Dr. Lisa Radosta, owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service and co-owner of The Real Dog Nerds , about pets with behavior problems requiring a veterinary behaviorist, and what pet guardians can look for and do in preparation for and support of a veterinary behavior program for their pet....

Oct 10, 20221 hr 13 min

Chat and Chuckle with Annie Phenix

Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Annie Phenix of Phenix Dogs about using emotion and connection in training. Annie’s new book, Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs: Proven Techniques to Help Your Dog Recover from Fear and Anxiety and Enjoy Walks Calmly , will be available in November 2022. Annie is also the author of The Midnight Dog Walkers published in 2016, and is a Certified Behaviourist and Family Dog Mediator....

Sep 23, 20221 hr 24 min

Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Robert and Karen Hewings about Scent Fest

Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther talking Scent with Dr. Robert Hewings, BSc. MA. D/Prof. ( Head of School ) and Karen Caton-Hewings. Learn all about the upcoming PPG Scent Fest events: Your Scent & Scentability 3-Day Workshop Event - Scent Work for practical training and behavior solutions, Nov. 2-4, 2022 Beyond The Basics of Canine Scent - Introducing Advanced Detection & Handling Skills, Nov. 5-6, 2022 Discover what will be covered and how much fun it will be!...

Aug 10, 20221 hr 8 min

Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Lisa Radosta

Join Niki Tudge and PPG Canine Committee Chair Judy Luther to Chat & Chuckle with Lisa Radosta, DVM DACVB. Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service , a specialty practice in southeast Florida and co-owns Dog Nerds , an online educational resource for guardians whose pets have behavior disorders. For more information visit: https://flvetbehavior.com/about/veterinarians/...

Aug 01, 20221 hr 2 min

PPG Advocacy Panel - Animal Emotions & Their Importance In Understanding Behavior

Join the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel for a discussion on Animal Emotions & Their Importance In Understanding Behavior. Pet guardians and pet professionals, we invite you to listen as panel members share their expertise in a fun, free-flowing format. Your Moderators: PPG president Niki Tudge and PPG Canine Committee chair Judy Luther Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion includes: PPG Shelter & Rescue Committee chair K. Holden Svirsky, PPG Assistance Animal Committee rep...

Jul 26, 20221 hr 5 min

Chat and Chuckle with Debby Lucken from Kids Around Dogs

Join Judy Luther and Niki Tudge as they chat with Debby Lucken from Kids Around Dogs. KAD - Kids Around Dogs is an award-winning association of Dog Professionals and Child Care Professionals who specialize in helping families with children to train their dogs and live in harmony together. Debby Lucken (ISCP.Dip.Canine.Prac.), the founder of KAD, has also designed a successful protocol to overcome the fear of dogs in kids, which all KAD Approved Members are qualified to use. You can reach Debby h...

Jul 15, 202259 min

Chat and Chuckle with Annie Phenix Talking Reactive Dogs and Much More

Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they Chat and Chuckle with Annie Phenix about her work, her books, and all things dog! Annie is the author of The Midnight Dog Walkers published in 2016. Annie is a Certified Behaviourist and Family Dog Mediator. In our chat we also discuss Annies new project and book, available in November 2022, Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs: Proven Techniques to Help Your Dog Recover from Fear and Anxiety and Enjoy Walks Calmly (CompanionHouse Books) Reha...

Jul 14, 20221 hr 23 min

Chat and Chuckle with Barbara Hodel Author of How to Love and Survive Your Teenage Dog

Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they Chat and Chuckle with Barbara Hotel about all things Teen Dog! All dogs (and humans) have to go through the teenage phase to reach the stability of adulthood. Some dogs breeze through this stage with barely a glitch, but most of us will have a challenging time. It is normal to sometimes feel despondent or disappointed because we thought we did everything right when they were puppies and now nothing seems to be working. The challenges of the teenage phase a...

Jul 11, 20221 hr 3 min

Chat and Chuckle with Rosie Robinson from Wuf Design

Today we had a fabulous chat with Rosie Robinson from the UK about websites, lead Generation, Google and so much more. Rosie offers support from simple sites to full on e-commerce and has the digital solutions to ensure your business reaches the right customers. You can reach Rosie at https://www.wufdesign.co.uk/

Jul 11, 20221 hr 10 min

PPG Advocacy Panel - Top Ten Things We Can Do to Help Veterinarians Help Us Help Our Pets

Join the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) Advocacy Panel for a thoughtful and lively discussion about the Top Ten Things We Can Do to Help Veterinarians Help Us Help Our Pets. The Advocacy Committee is a selection of notable practitioners, scientists and representatives from PPG committees. Your Moderators: PPG Advocacy Committee chair Don Hanson & PPG president Niki Tudge Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: Chair of the PPG Shelter & Rescue Division - Holden Svirsky, Kristi Benson , Sa...

Jun 27, 20221 hr 7 min
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