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03/02/2026

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03/02/2026

This is why we do what we do! We are so blessed to be able to do what we love on a daily basis. We have the amazing fortune to work with wonderful dogs like Harper and her amazing family.

Thank you, Crystal for the amazing review and for the pleasure of working with Miss Harper Joy!

02/01/2026

YES!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
19th January 2026

PPGA welcomes NSW ban on prong collars, reinforcing humane dog training standards

The Pet Professional Guild Australia (PPGA) strongly welcomes the NSW Government’s announcement delivering long-awaited animal welfare reforms, with the prohibition of prong collars representing a decisive step forward for dog welfare across the state.

The reforms announced by the NSW Government respond to sustained community concern and reflect contemporary animal welfare science, which recognises prong collars as unnecessary, painful, and harmful. PPGA has long advocated for their removal from lawful use nationwide.

“Prong collars work through pain, fear, and discomfort. They compromise both physical welfare and emotional safety, and they have no place in modern dog training,” said Sarah Campbell, President of the Pet Professional Guild Australia. “This ban clearly acknowledges what the evidence has shown for years and what many in the community already understand.”

PPGA’s formal Position Statement on Choke and Prong Collars sets out the organisation’s evidence-based position that aversive training equipment increases fear, anxiety, and aggression in dogs, creating not only serious welfare concerns but also a broader public safety risk. By suppressing behaviour through pain rather than addressing its underlying causes, these tools can increase the likelihood of reactive or aggressive responses. The statement reinforces PPGA’s commitment to force-free, humane training methods that prioritise learning, safety, and the human–animal relationship.

“As Australia’s only professional association dedicated to force-free training and behaviour, this reform aligns directly with our Code of Conduct and position statements,” Campbell said. “Effective training is built on skill, education, and trust, not pain and intimidation.”

PPGA also supports the introduction of tougher penalties for leaving animals in hot cars. Vehicles can reach lethal temperatures within minutes, and measures such as shade or cracked windows are not sufficient. “These incidents are entirely preventable, and stronger laws help reinforce that responsibility always lies with the human,” said Sarah Campbell.

PPGA acknowledges the leadership shown by the Minns Government in responding to community expectations and advancing animal welfare laws that reflect best practice and current science. The Guild looks forward to continued engagement to support humane, ethical standards for companion animals across New South Wales.

Media Enquiries:
Sarah Campbell
President, Pet Professional Guild Australia
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0417 574 407
Website: https://www.ppgaustralia.net.au

01/31/2026

01/23/2026

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01/14/2026

47.7% of dogs surrendered to shelter by their owners are 6-24 months old.
This is a period when adolescent dogs have a lot of energy and may develop behavioral issues. What was your perfect Puppy can become stubborn and defiant, testing boundaries and seeking independence.
At Dogz, we specialize in adolescence behavior and offer custom adolescent classes to help you and your dog succeed.

Just ask Dez, Torvi, George, Loki, Obi and Lucia!

Book with us today! 775-219-4121

01/11/2026

Did the holidays show you that your fur friend could use some additional manners?
Did Santa gift you a new puppy or rescue dog?

The time is now! It is national train your dog month. Give us a call, we would love to help!
www.dogz-inc.com
775-219-4121

01/05/2026

We were honored to host Bromley for his very first birthday! Happy birthday Bromley and thank you for allowing us to be part of your special day!
If you would like to hold a birthday party for your dog, including a professional dog behavior expert to supervise play between Puppy friends, reach out. We would love to help!

12/25/2025

Twas the night before Christmas
And all through the house
The doggies were snoring
And couldn't be roused.

The stockings that hung
By the chimney with care
Were chewed up in pieces
Some here and some there.

The puppers were nestled
All snug in their beds
While visions of walkies
Danced in their head

I kicked off my shoes
And pulled off my cap
Finally settled down
After cleaning up crap

When out on the lawn
There arose such a clatter
I threw open the door
To see what was the matter

The dogs heard it too
And jumped up with a holler
They bolted past me outside
- I had just missed their collar

But what to my wondering eyes would appear?
Santa, his sleigh
And my dogs chasing reindeer!

Although I called them
They never came
Santa whistled and shouted
and cursed me by name!

The sleigh rose in the air
The dogs had to give up
The reindeer out raced them
Even the pup!

I heard him exclaim
As he rode out of sight
"Merry Christmas only happens
When your dogs are trained right!"

Call us! We can help!!
Dogz Behavior and Training
(775) 219-4121

12/14/2025

Great out and about class today at the Carson River!!!

11/28/2025

All the trainers and assistants at Dogz hope you had a fabulous and wonderful Thanksgiving Day.
We give thanks for all of you and the blessing to work with your amazing fur-babies!

With thanks,

Sarah, Evey, Amanda and Jasper