Register Here: Business Growth Awareness Week: Small Steps, Big Vision, Sustainable Growth.

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WHAT: A week of virtual activities, huddles, and educational sessions to help build awareness around the fact that, to be successful business operators and enable us to better help pet guardian communities, we need to develop services and products that align with the needs of our target markets. WHEN: June 15–21, 2026.

WHY: To Help Compassionate Professionals Build the Businesses Their Mission Deserves

While most pet professionals enter the industry out of a love for animals, we recognize that a “heart of gold” must be supported by a sustainable business model to truly impact and support pet guardians. Business Growth Awareness Week is a global celebration of those who have moved away from high-pressure, “fearful” practices and sales into a zone of mutual respect and integrity-driven growth. We are celebrating the fact that integrity is not just a buzzword—it is your greatest competitive advantage. By professionalizing our approach, we ensure that the world of force-free pet training and care remains sustainable for the people who provide it.

The Mission: 

To empower and celebrate pet professionals who prioritize force-free, science-based methods by providing the tools, strategies, and community support necessary to help professionals build sustainable, ethical, and thriving businesses.

The What of The Event

The week offers multiple opportunities for professional development, networking, and collaborative knowledge sharing.

Session Types: Over 25 Sessions Tailored for You

Unlock the tools you need to elevate your business with our diverse range of learning and support tracks.

1. Expert-Led Webinars

Master the essentials of business growth. Join industry leaders for deep dives into Service Pricing, Marketing Campaigns, Public Relations, and the Pet Dog Ambassador program. These sessions are designed to help you diversify your revenue streams and solidify your mission.

2. Revenue Round Tables

Collaborate for success. Join interactive discussions with invited guest businesses to explore how you can support pet guardians while generating sustainable, ethical income.

3. Facebook Live: Business Strategy

Don’t miss this exclusive live session! Niki Tudge hosts Veronica Boutelle (dog*biz) for a candid conversation on aligning your marketing message and your current business stage.

4. Divisional Huddles

Step into the “brain trust.” These moderated, collaborative forums are your chance to share your perspective and help craft the innovative solutions shaping the future of the pet industry and your individual business growth.

5. PPG Power Hours

Think you know PPG? Prove it! Join our live, high-energy interactive quiz for a chance to win fabulous prizes while connecting with the community.

6. Thrive Day

Invest in your breakthrough. Join us for Thrive Day to unlock new levels of business growth and take advantage of exclusive, limited-time offers available only to live attendees.

Your Event Schedule – Download a PDF Here

What You Receive When Event Registration Opens

Register to Get Your All-Access Pass

After you register, check your inbox! Your confirmation email includes a link to access your links and program guides, including:

• Expert-Led Learning: Access to all webinars, Facebook Live sessions, and PPG Power Hours.
• Targeted Strategy: Divisional species-specific Huddles and Revenue Roundtable sessions.
• The dog*biz Special Takeover Day: Join us on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, for a full day of specialized business coaching.
• Business-Bites: Upon registration, you will be enrolled in our Business Bites daily Business tips. 14 days of great tips and advice delivered to your inbox

During the Event: Play and Win

We’ve built in plenty of fun opportunities to walk away with more than just knowledge:

• Growth Bingo: Take part in our Growth Bingo challenge throughout the week for a chance to win.
• Instant Wins: We’re giving away prizes on the spot during every PPG Power Hour.
• Elevate Your Expertise with Business Bites: Bite-sized daily emails designed specifically for the busy pet professional. Each morning, you’ll receive one actionable tip, fresh perspective, or proven strategy to help you streamline your operations, master your marketing, and grow your revenue.
• The Grand Prize: PPG members who attend the dog*biz Takeover Day live are eligible to win a massive business prize package subsidized by PPG.

Other Prizes to Be Won During the Event!

• The Ultimate Career Kickstart: Two (2) lifetime memberships to the Pet Professional Guild (PPG)
• Elite Event Access: Three (3) full-access tickets to the PPG’s 2027 in-person summit event
• Premier Savings: Two (2) 50% discount certificates for the PPG’s 2027 in-person summit event
• Webinar Savings: Five (5) $100 gift certificates for PPG webinars
• Beyond Belly Rubs: Ten (10) copies of The Compassionate Pet Guardian: How to Truly Connect with Kindness & Love

Post-Event: Your Growth Toolkit

The value continues even after the sessions end. Within 24 hours of the event wrap-up, attendees will receive this exclusive rewards bundle:

• BusinessSMARTS Mentoring: 30% discount on the 6-month program
• Accreditation Programs: 50% discount on canine, feline, and equid accreditation applications
• Pet Dog Ambassador: FREE application to the Instructor or Instructor/Assessor program
• Exclusive Marketing Guide: A digital copy of the “hot off the press” marketing guide, Paws, People & Prosperity, specifically designed for pet professionals
• Facebook Live Sessions: Chat and Chuckle links for the Facebook Live sessions
• The Compassionate Pet Professional: A digital copy of The Compassionate Pet Professional: Operationalizing Kindness in Training, Handling, and Business

Pet Professional Guild Members will also receive:

• Recordings of the Business Growth webinars
• Recordings of the Divisional Huddles