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About BARKS

BARKS from the Guild is a bimonthly publication for pet trainers, pet behavior consultants, pet care professionals, animal shelter and rescue workers, and all those working in the broader pet services industry.

BARKS covers all things animal behavior and training, specifically in the fields of canine, feline, equine, and avian, with an occasional foray into pocket pets and exotics, as well as advocacy, business, sales, marketing, and consulting.

Educational Platform

In a world where there is often information overload, BARKS provides a platform for current, accurate, and scientifically-sound education pet professionals can trust, helping them stay up-to-date with current research and thinking, so they can help more pets and their people.

BARKS contributors are based all over the world and generously share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to help create this comprehensive educational resource pet professionals can use – both in their businesses and for their own professional development.

BARKS from the Guild is the official trade publication of the Pet Professional Guild.

Our Philosophy

At BARKS, we believe pets have an intrinsic right to be treated humanely, have each of their individual needs met, and live in safe, enriched environments free from force, pain, and fear.

We believe this forms the foundation for a pet’s healthy socialization and a stable environment. This way, we can all help prevent behavior problems, while protecting the overall well-being of each individual animal.

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About BARKS

BARKS from the Guild is a bimonthly publication for pet trainers, pet behavior consultants, pet care professionals, animal shelter and rescue workers, and all those working in the broader pet services industry.

BARKS covers all things animal behavior and training, specifically in the fields of canine, feline, equine, and avian, with an occasional foray into pocket pets and exotics, as well as advocacy, business, sales, marketing, and consulting.

Educational Platform

In a world where there is often information overload, BARKS provides a platform for current, accurate, and scientifically-sound education pet professionals can trust, helping them stay up-to-date with current research and thinking, so they can help more pets and their people.

BARKS contributors are based all over the world and generously share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to help create this comprehensive educational resource pet professionals can use – both in their businesses and for their own professional development.

BARKS from the Guild is the official trade publication of the Pet Professional Guild.

Our Philosophy

At BARKS, we believe pets have an intrinsic right to be treated humanely, have each of their individual needs met, and live in safe, enriched environments free from force, pain, and fear.

We believe this forms the foundation for a pet’s healthy socialization and a stable environment. This way, we can all help prevent behavior problems, while protecting the overall well-being of each individual animal.

Current Issue

About BARKS

BARKS from the Guild is a bimonthly publication for pet trainers, pet behavior consultants, pet care professionals, animal shelter and rescue workers, and all those working in the broader pet services industry.

BARKS covers all things animal behavior and training, specifically in the fields of canine, feline, equine, and avian, with an occasional foray into pocket pets and exotics, as well as advocacy, business, sales, marketing, and consulting.

Educational Platform

In a world where there is often information overload, BARKS provides a platform for current, accurate, and scientifically-sound education pet professionals can trust, helping them stay up-to-date with current research and thinking, so they can help more pets and their people.

BARKS contributors are based all over the world and generously share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to help create this comprehensive educational resource pet professionals can use – both in their businesses and for their own professional development.

BARKS from the Guild is the official trade publication of the Pet Professional Guild.

Our Philosophy

At BARKS, we believe pets have an intrinsic right to be treated humanely, have each of their individual needs met, and live in safe, enriched environments free from force, pain, and fear.

We believe this forms the foundation for a pet’s healthy socialization and a stable environment. This way, we can all help prevent behavior problems, while protecting the overall well-being of each individual animal.

Current Issue

About BARKS

BARKS from the Guild is a bimonthly publication for pet trainers, pet behavior consultants, pet care professionals, animal shelter and rescue workers, and all those working in the broader pet services industry.

BARKS covers all things animal behavior and training, specifically in the fields of canine, feline, equine, and avian, with an occasional foray into pocket pets and exotics, as well as advocacy, business, sales, marketing, and consulting.

Educational Platform

In a world where there is often information overload, BARKS provides a platform for current, accurate, and scientifically-sound education pet professionals can trust, helping them stay up-to-date with current research and thinking, so they can help more pets and their people.

BARKS contributors are based all over the world and generously share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to help create this comprehensive educational resource pet professionals can use – both in their businesses and for their own professional development.

BARKS from the Guild is the official trade publication of the Pet Professional Guild.

Our Philosophy

At BARKS, we believe pets have an intrinsic right to be treated humanely, have each of their individual needs met, and live in safe, enriched environments free from force, pain, and fear.

We believe this forms the foundation for a pet’s healthy socialization and a stable environment. This way, we can all help prevent behavior problems, while protecting the overall well-being of each individual animal.

Current Issue

About BARKS

BARKS from the Guild is a bimonthly publication for pet trainers, pet behavior consultants, pet care professionals, animal shelter and rescue workers, and all those working in the broader pet services industry.

BARKS covers all things animal behavior and training, specifically in the fields of canine, feline, equine, and avian, with an occasional foray into pocket pets and exotics, as well as advocacy, business, sales, marketing, and consulting.

Educational Platform

In a world where there is often information overload, BARKS provides a platform for current, accurate, and scientifically-sound education pet professionals can trust, helping them stay up-to-date with current research and thinking, so they can help more pets and their people.

BARKS contributors are based all over the world and generously share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to help create this comprehensive educational resource pet professionals can use – both in their businesses and for their own professional development.

BARKS from the Guild is the official trade publication of the Pet Professional Guild.

Our Philosophy

At BARKS, we believe pets have an intrinsic right to be treated humanely, have each of their individual needs met, and live in safe, enriched environments free from force, pain, and fear.

We believe this forms the foundation for a pet’s healthy socialization and a stable environment. This way, we can all help prevent behavior problems, while protecting the overall well-being of each individual animal.

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Don Hanson, Judy Luther, Debra Millikan, Kelly Fahey,  Dr. Dorothy Heffernan, Dr. Pam Shultz, Louise Stapleton-Frappell, Dayle Pierce, Nathan Watson, Laura Cassiday.

 

BARKS from the Guild
BARKS from the Guild presents a collection of valuable business and technical articles as well as reviews and news stories pertinent to our industry. BARKS is the official publication of the Pet Professional Guild.

 

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BARKS encourages the submission of original written materials. Please see the submission Policy procedures for detailed guidelines prior to submitting materials.  Please submit all contributions to the Editor.

 

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