Best Pet Professional Guild Podcasts (2025)

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Chat & Chuckle About Separation Anxiety 1:02:00

8d ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Dayle Pierce and Grace Peck about an important topic: canine separation anxiety.

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Hoof Care for Fearful Equids with Michelle Martiya 1:05:19

8d ago1:05:19

1:05:19

In this special episode, Niki Tudge hosts Equid Division Chair Michelle Martiya in a discussion about providing hoof care to fearful equids. Enjoy!

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Avoid Pet Regret—Helping Families Find Their Ideal Pet 1:01:30

9d ago1:01:30

1:01:30

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.

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Chat & Chuckle with Frania Shelley-Grielen About Introducing Cats and Inter-Cat Aggression 1:00:03

12d ago1:00:03

1:00:03

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 Coll…

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Learn How to Get a PPAB Credential! 46:33

19d ago46:33

46:33

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…

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Chat & Chuckle with Frania Shelley-Grielen About "Behavior Matters for Cats and Dogs" 1:06:10

25d ago1:06:10

1:06:10

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 pre…

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Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Sanchez and Jenn Friedline About the Damaging Effect of Dog Trainers Dispensing Poor Advice on Social Media 1:06:03

1M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

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.

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Chat & Chuckle with Emily Hall About Adventure Cats 56:46

1M ago56:46

56:46

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Emily Hall about adventure cats!

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Chat & Chuckle with Frania Shelley-Grielen About the Pet Services Industry 1:08:41

1M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

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…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Staying Motivated and Afloat During Challenging Times 59:24

1M ago59:24

59:24

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!

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Why Positive Reinforcement? 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

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!…

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Chat & Chuckle About How to Teach Loose-Leash Walking 1:07:20

2M ago1:07:20

1:07:20

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!

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Susan Friedman About Behavior Analysis 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with the one and only Dr. Susan Friedman about behavior analysis.

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Chat and Chuckle with Dr. Denise Johnson About Feline House Soiling Issues 1:06:31

3M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

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 behav…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Importance of Ethics in the Pet Care Professions—It's Not Just Tools 1:01:06

3M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

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!…

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Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Sanchez About the Cooperative Paws Service Dog Program 1:01:47

4M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

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…

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Mary Gardner About Senior Cats 1:01:33

4M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

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…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: What People Skills Do Professionals Need in Order to Teach, Counsel, and Advocate? 59:33

4M ago59:33

59:33

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!…

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Chat & Chuckle with Melissa Millett About Getting Cats Ready to Perform 1:00:28

5M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

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. Mel…

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Why are Cockapoos the Most Misunderstood and Neglected Dogs! 26:25

6M ago26:25

26:25

I see cockapoos the most out of all the dog breeds and at first I didn't like them much. But as I got to know them better I realised it wasn't the dogs at all- it was the owners! (surprise surprise) So why are these dogs acting out all the time, why are they a high maintenance breed and how do we make them happy? Support the show Home Visits for Be…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Pet Obesity 1:00:10

6M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

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!

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Sarah Brown About The Hidden Language of Cats 58:30

6M ago58:30

58:30

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…

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Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Boutelle About How to Make Your R+ Training Business Thrive 1:04:47

7M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Boutelle of dogbiz about the five steps to a thriving R+ training business!

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How to Manage Dog Aggression 24:19

7M ago24:19

24:19

Some dogs will always be dog reactive to some extent, the walks are stressful and you're mourning your dream walks with the carefree attitude everyone else seems to have. But there is a way forward! Management and my top training priorities for dog reactivity. Every walk I have to manage Flicker's extreme reactivity, I live in a built up area that …

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Chat & Chuckle with Alice Chau-Ginguene About Comparing Attitudes of Cat Ownership in Ireland and the U.S. 1:05:59

7M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

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 …

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Zazie Todd About the Five Pillars of Feline Wellness 1:02:18

8M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

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 S…

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Chat & Chuckle with Sassafras Patterdale (Lowrey) About Feline Play and Enrichment 59:42

9M ago59:42

59:42

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 A…

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Advocacy Panel: Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection with Dr. Karolina Westlund 1:01:10

9M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

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 …

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How to Entertain and Tire out a Puppy when I Can't Walk Him? 25:06

9M ago25:06

25:06

Do you have a crazy high energy puppy and the 5min per month isn't tiring him out enough? Are you getting bitten more and more and you just don't know where to even begin? A complete guide to entertaining and enriching your new puppy so that he sleeps, listens and doesn't destroy the house in his teething stage! Support the show Home Visits for Beh…

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Chat & Chuckle with Laura Monaco Torelli About Cooperative Care With Cats 58:44

10M ago58:44

58:44

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, d…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Most Misunderstood Facts About Cats and Their Behavior 1:02:44

11M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

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 …

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Chat & Chuckle with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education 1:03:52

11M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Join Niki Tudge as she chats and chuckles with Veronica Sanchez of Cooperative Paws Service Dog Education about her service dog coaching program!

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Chat & Chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding of Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior 1:04:55

11M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Join Niki Tudge and Judy Luther as they chat and chuckle with Dr. Kristina Spaulding about her new classes and courses! Dr. Spaulding's educational offerings can be found on her website, Science Matters Academy of Animal Behavior.

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When is it the Right Time to Say Goodbye? 15:23

11M ago15:23

15:23

I'm sorry you're having to go through this decision right now, it is a heavy burden. Knowing when it's the right time, whether you can keep your dog comfortable or keep clearing up after them day after day can get very confusing and overwhelming. I hope I can give you some clarity through this terrible time. Support the show Home Visits for Behavio…

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Chat & Chuckle with Grace Taylor About Collaborating with Cat Sitters 49:35

11M ago49:35

49:35

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Grace Taylor about promoting your business by collaborating with cat sitters. Grace Taylor is the owner of Furever Friends Catsitting in Baltimore, Maryland. With a deep passion for animal welfare, she has been actively involved in cat rescue and fostering for many yea…

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Introducing Your Dog to Your Baby 31:08

11M ago31:08

31:08

How to safely introduce your dog to your newborn baby. Should you keep them separate until later or is it best to get close and personal so that he knows what it is? Safety Tips Psychology Explained! Programs Given Support the show Home Visits for Behaviour Problems Facebook- Latest Cases and Reviews Instagram TicTok Videos on Training…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: The Importance of Empathy and Compassion in Animal Training: Why There Is No Need for Violence ... Ever 1:02:47

12M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel addresses these important questions: What do we mean by violence? Why do some professionals and non-professionals choose violence? Why are empathy, compassion, and rewards a better choice? What can PPG members do to bring about change and to end the violence? Your moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson …

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Learn All About Celebrating Life Together—PPG's 2024 Advocacy Event! 58:39

12M ago58:39

58:39

Listen to this fun-filled discussion about PPG's upcoming advocacy event, Celebrating Life Together, taking place in August and September 2024! Learn how you can help raise awareness for humane, ethical, and effective pet training and care, and win amazing prizes!

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Your Anxiety is Ruining Your Dog Training! 19:45

1y ago19:45

19:45

Don't bother training your dog if you have anxiety! Why? This is so harsh Tilly! I know. It’s the sad reality though, unless you can be calm and confident, your dog will always be picking up cues from you- wether you use positive training or an E- collar! Here I go through my best tips to help you, so that you can move forward together. I also suff…

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Advocacy Panel: How Do We Turn Prospects Into Clients? 59:41

1y ago59:41

59:41

Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel talks about ways to turn prospects into clients. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Chair Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: Dr. Eduardo Fernandez, Dr. Kristina Spaulding, Beth Adelman, Daniel Antolec, Allison Hunter-Frederick, Judy Luther, Sandra Machado, Debbie Sheridan, and Sam Wike Enjoy li…

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Chat & Chuckle with Michelle Martiya About Working With Hybrid Cats 55:36

1y ago55:36

55:36

Savannahs and Bengals (and spraying) ... oh my! Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Michelle Martiya about working with hybrid cats! Michelle Martiya is an ABI certified exotic animal trainer who works with canines, equids, and exotic species. Michelle specializes in connecting and building relationships…

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Chat & Chuckle with Katlyn Grayson About Making Modifications for Cats With Mobility Issues 54:45

1y ago54:45

54:45

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Katlyn Grayson about making modifications for cats with mobility issues. Katlyn Grayson is a Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP), Licensed Family Dog Mediator (LFDM), CertifiedProfessional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Cat Behavior Consul…

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Conversations About Compassionate Care and Connection with Dr. Laura Donaldson 1:17:29

1y ago1:17:29

1:17:29

You don't want to miss this special episode! It's the first for a new Advocacy Task Force program called 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. Laura Donaldson! Your Co-hosts: Judy Luther and Debbie Sheridan Your …

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PPG Advocacy Panel: Unrealistic Expectations—Where Do They Come From and How Do We Diffuse Them? 1:03:48

1y ago1:03:48

1:03:48

It's time to get real! Listen as the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses unrealistic expectations for pets, where those expectations come from, and how to diffuse them. Your moderator for this discussion is Don Hanson and the panelists are Dr. Kristina Spaulding, Daniel Antolec, Kristi Benson, Kim Silver, and Sam Wike.…

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Chat & Chuckle with Beth Adelman About Shifting Perspectives About Cat Behavior 53:01

1y ago53:01

53:01

Change can be good, especially when it comes to understanding cats better! Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Beth Adelman about shifting people's perspectives about cat behavior. Beth Adelman, MS, is a Cat Behavior Consultant in Brooklyn, New York. Beth is currrently on the executive committee of the P…

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Reward the Calm- Dog Training 19:42

1y ago19:42

19:42

Everyone is always pushing "reward the calm". But what if Teddy is NEVER calm? How is this similar to "reward the good, ignore the bad"? Real life examples, indoors and out for rewarding the calm. Support the show Home Visits for Behaviour Problems Facebook- Latest Cases and Reviews Instagram TicTok Videos on Training…

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Final Stage of Recall 25:01

1y ago25:01

25:01

Is your dog still running away? But it's hit and miss and you can't figure out why you haven't got recall when you've done SO much training?! You've ALMOST got recall! This will help you figure out your final stage of recall. Support the show Home Visits for Behaviour Problems Facebook- Latest Cases and Reviews Instagram TicTok Videos on Training…

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Advocacy Panel: Changing a Pet's Behavior by Changing Human Behavior 58:56

1y ago58:56

58:56

In this episode, the PPG Advocacy Panel discusses changing a pet's behavior by changing human behavior. Your Moderator: PPG Advocacy Task Force Don Hanson Your Advocacy Panel for this discussion: Dr. Zazie Todd, Dr. Karolina Westlund, Beth Adelman, Daniel Antolec, Judy Luther, Sandra Machado, Pat Miller, Debbie Sheridan and Sam Wike Enjoy listening…

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Chat & Chuckle with Kate Benjamin About Environmental Enrichment for Cats 55:40

1+ y ago55:40

55:40

You'll feel enriched after listening to Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison chat and chuckle with the incredible Kate Benjamin about environmental enrichment for cats! Founder of the cat style brand Hauspanther, Kate has been writing about cats and design since 2007. Her website hauspanther.com is the top online resource for design-consci…

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Chat & Chuckle with Mary Stevens About How Cat Consultants Can Build Relationships with Veterinary Practices 58:04

1+ y ago58:04

58:04

Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Mary Stevens about how cat consultants can build relationships with veterinary practices. Shortly after Mary graduated from Villa Julie College with a degree in biology, she fell upon a job in veterinary medicine. She has now been a veterinary technician for almost two…

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