January 31, 2017
By Carmen Rustenbeck Executive Director & Founder, International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA) IBPSA hit the ground running in 2017! Hard to believe we’re already a month into the new year. But, before we press any further, we wanted to take a breath and reflect on last year and how it will impact the future of the pet care services industry. Many changes took place in 2016 that will affect our industry – some good, some bad. Always with […]
January 30, 2017
What happens to pets when their owners die? How do you make sure your pets will be cared for? And, even before death, what happens if you become ill or move into a care facility where pets are not allowed? Every month, IBPSA offers at least one free webinar exclusively for our Members. But, as we believe this month’s webinar is a crucially important discussion, we’re opening it up to everyone. On February 1st, attorney and author Peggy Hoyt will […]
January 17, 2017
By Carmen Rustenbeck, IBPSA Executive Director & Founder Last year, IBPSA asked our Members about how they care for senior pets. We were incredibly impressed by this answer from Lisa, co-owner of Woofington, Luxury Petite Dog Resort & Spa: “We are a brand-new facility just west of Minneapolis, Minnesota, in an affluent lake community. We designed our facility to not only have the most up-to-date sanitization practices, but also for the extreme comfort of our pet guests. Our facility is […]
January 17, 2017
by Ben Day New Year. New You. New Clients. New Challenges. New Successes. New Government Administration. As with each new year, when a new administration takes the reins we don’t know what may be coming in the form of new regulations. So, please consider these suggestions with regard to the safety of both animals and humans. Fire Extinguishers First, let’s not forget to check those fire extinguishers, then, make sure your team members know how to operate them. Safety Programs […]
January 16, 2017
Two big opportunities to enhance your pet care business at the end of February and all in Chicago! Pricing For Profit Workshop – February 26-27, 2017 Location: CHICAGO Certified Professional Animal Care Provider (CPACP) Exam – February 11-25, 2017 Location: Testing centers across the country INCLUDING at least 4 different locations in CHICAGO The Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC), is offering their next pet care provider exam in the days leading up to our Pricing For Profit (P4P) Workshop […]
January 16, 2017
IBPSA was very fortunate to have the Winn Feline Foundation as a “neighbor” when we exhibited at the AAHA conference. Established in 1968, Winn Feline Foundation is an internationally recognized public charity that supports studies to improve cat health. We were impressed by their dedication to improving cat health through research and invited them to share their knowledge with our members. Here is the latest from Winn… One of the most difficult conversations a veterinarian can have with a client and […]
January 6, 2017
This is massive news for the pet care services industry and pet parents! The first Certified Professional Animal Care Providers (CPACP) have been announced by Professional Animal Care Certification Council – PACCC and we’re THRILLED to see that a WHOPPING 65% are IBPSA Members! We are proud to offer the resources pet care pros need to succeed. Congratulations to this pioneering group in our amazing family of caring pet care providers! Here is what one newly credentialed IBPSA Member told […]
January 4, 2017
Please join us next Wednesday, January 11th, for a free “live chat” Q&A webinar with a Pricing For Profit pet care facility success story. NOT SURE ABOUT ATTENDING THE PRICING FOR PROFIT WORKSHOP? ASK QUESTIONS AND GET ANSWERS IN THIS LIVE CHAT! Wednesday, January 11th, @ 12PM Central IBPSA’S next Pricing For Profit (P4P) Workshop takes place in Chicago, February 26-27, 2017. If your business has not taken advantage of this unique opportunity dedicated to helping pet care facilities maximize […]
December 6, 2016
IBPSA’S next Pricing For Profit (P4P) Workshop takes place in Chicago, February 26-27, 2017. If your business has not taken advantage of this unique opportunity dedicated to helping pet care facilities maximize profits, put it in your budget now (just $575 for IBPSA Members, $675 for Non-Members), make a plan to attend, and learn. A lot. Don’t wait another year to ensure a growing, secure financial future for you and your business. Pricing For Profit really works. This is what […]
December 1, 2016
Dear Industry Friends and IBPSA Members, I wanted to take just a moment to say how excited I am about this time in our industry as we’re rapidly approaching the announcement of the first exam results from the Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC). Pet care services has taken a giant leap in professionalism and safety with the advent of PACCC’s independent certification and we can’t wait to celebrate those pioneering Certified Professional Animal Care Providers (CPACP) who took the […]