• The membership organisation for professionals who subscribe to the view that aversive methods should never be used - or even deemed necessary - in the training or behavior modification of any animal.
  
• An organisation that stands up for what you believe in with ongoing advocacy initiatives, and backs it all up with the latest scientific research and peer-reviewed studies. All members agree to abide by PPGA's Guiding Principles.
• PPG World Service monthly member live radio and podcasts.
• Access to discounted professional accreditation to the highest standard through The Pet Professional Accreditation Board.
• A prestigious recognised membership affiliation with international reach throughout North America, Europe, Australia and Asia.
• Access to our Trade Mark ‘The Pet Professional Guild, The Association of Force- Free Pet Professionals.’
• An electronic copy of our Proud to Be a Member Badge.
• The PPGA membership logos.
• Access to FREE educational webinar or webcast.
• Continued Educational Units via our discounted webinars and access to PPG’s online archive of educational material.
• Discounted educational programs via third party providers.
• A bi-monthly FREE online copy of our "BARKS from the Guild" publication for training and behavior professionals.
• Networking opportunities with fellow members.
• PPGA branded client handouts.
• Multiple vendor discounts across pet industry partners.
• Networking in the PPGA members’ Facebook group, a positive and engaging area for industry discussion, support and advice.
• Special member rates at PPG’s and PPGA Educational Summits.
• Full business listing on our PPGA website with search feature.
  
• Access to Project Trade
• Access to The Pet Dog Ambassador Program
• Ongoing support and mentoring for Provisional Members

Additional Benefits

• Your business registered on the PPGA website makes it easy for customers to find you and they will be fully confident that you are ‘force-free’ forever and your professional colleagues and vendors can recommend you without hesitation knowing what your business philosophy and ethics are…
• You will have the support and camaraderie of your professional ‘force-free’ colleagues. You will be part of a team so even though you are running your business on your own, you’ll never be alone. Help is just an email, phone call or text message away…
• You will gain access to some of the industry’s leading experts. PPGA members and advisers come from a wide variety of skills and specialties and some the industry’s most accomplished individuals are represented in PPGA.
• You will be given educational opportunities to ensure you stay current with the latest business processes, learning theory research and best industry practices keeping you on the cutting edge of your career…
• You will be affiliated with and participate in an organization whose business ethics and pet care philosophy, mission, vision and values are clearly stated, unchanging and reflect your principles…
• You will be able to access a growing list of benefits, perks, discounts, incentives and services that will support your personal and professional goals making your life more fulfilling, more fun and more profitable…
• You will belong to an organization where membership stands for something so you can proudly tell the world, ‘I’m a member of the Guild.

So, what are you waiting for? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work with leading industry experts. Don’t lose clients who demand ‘force-free’ training and pet care for their beloved furry family members. Don’t leave any of the great PPG benefits unclaimed. Don’t be left behind in our growing, dynamic industry. It all begins with your membership in the Pet Professional Guild. Join the PPGA Today!