April 23, 2017
Independent survey of more than 650 pet owners asks the why versus the how much they invest in certain pet boarding, pet sitting services and apps, and veterinary services by Charlotte Biggs Why do pet owners make certain pet care decisions? The recently released National Pet Owner Preferences Study reveals why “pet parents” spend their money on pet boarding, pet sitting services and apps, and veterinary services. IBPSA teamed with Merck Animal Health to commission the study of 652 pet […]
April 14, 2017
Good Friday morning! We’re heading to Chicago on Monday, so here are your Monday fast bites for your TGIF. Quick news and reminders for you… Our Annual Pet Services Survey will be officially announced shortly, but we want to start spreading the news now because we need everyone’s help with one the most valuable surveys for our industry! The survey results will reveal key benchmarks and financial insights to help you wisely spend and budget for your business. PLUS you […]
April 12, 2017
Independent survey of more than 650 pet owners about their experience with pet boarding, pet sitting services and apps, and veterinary services gets “inside the head” of pet parents April 12, 2017 – Why do pet owners make certain pet care decisions? The National Pet Owner Preferences Study, just released by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA), reveals why “pet parents” spend their money on pet boarding, pet sitting services and apps, and veterinary services. The professional trade association […]
April 10, 2017
Conference dedicated to the business and personal success of members of the pet care services industry set for October 3-5, 2017, in Jacksonville, Florida April 10, 2017 – The International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA) today announced that “earliest bird” registration for the trade association’s Fifth Annual IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show is now open. The educational event, happening October 3-5, 2017, in Jacksonville, Florida, features a line-up of new faces and seasoned pros all […]
April 10, 2017
Good Monday morning! Quick news and reminders for you… Has your business received any community recognition lately? Are you part of a special charitable event? So many of you are doing so many good things, please let us know about it! We want to celebrate you and you’ll make our social media manager very happy. We love to tag and share! Speaking of… Reminder that our next FREE webinar exclusively for IBPSA Members is this Wednesday (April 12th) with Susan […]
April 5, 2017
Good Wednesday morning! Quick news and reminders for you… We were still recovering from the AAHA show in “Nashvegas” so it’s a special Wednesday edition of our usual Monday fast bites! Attendee registration will open very soon for our Fifth Annual IBPSA Pet Care Services Educational Conference & Trade Show happening October 3-5, 2017, in Jacksonville, Florida. When registration goes live you’ll also be able to see the amazing line-up of speakers and sessions we’ll have for you this year. […]
March 27, 2017
Good Monday morning! Quick news and reminders for you… Our awesome IBPSA Members do it again! Three more earn Certified Professional Animal Care Provider (CPACP) status! Congratulations to Joy Jones, CPACP, and Dave Jones, CPACP, Owners, Your Pet Space in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and Kasey Litt, CPACP, President, Kritter Keepers Pet Services, Acworth, Georgia. The next opportunity to take the CPACP exam is in June, but the deadline to register is May 1st! Get the details on the PACCC […]
March 14, 2017
We are proud to support the Professional Animal Care Certification Council – PACCC which is why we have donated a PAWSOME package to the online charity auction they kicked off today. Money raised will go toward keeping PACCC up and running so more pet care pros can get independently certified. The impressive auction features a Westminster Dog Show 2018 tickets and hotel package, New Orleans Jazz & Dining Experience, Lady GaGa tickets, and that’s just the beginning. There’ so much more! […]
March 8, 2017
We’re a Top Pet Care Business…But Why Doesn’t Google Think So? Tuesday, April 4, 2017 @ 1PM Central Presented by Market Hardware We’re a top pet care business… but why doesn’t Google think so? That’s a big – and increasingly important question. And it’s one that presenters Market Hardware hear daily from pet care businesses. Especially with all of Google’s recent changes to their search formula (did you know if your site is not “secure,” you will be penalized for […]
March 1, 2017
BIG NEWS! We had such a big response – and sold out workshop – that IBPSA is returning to Chicago for an encore Pricing For Profit (P4P) Workshop, April 18-19, 2017. If you were not able to take advantage of this opportunity in February, you’ve got one more chance still early in the year! This will be the final P4P before fall, so don’t delay. Don’t wait until the year’s final quarter – ensure a growing, secure financial future for […]