Ethos Software / Peterson’s Acquires Animal Behavior College
We’re excited to announce that Ethos Software portfolio company Peterson’s LLC has acquired Animal Behavior College (“ABC”). ABC is the leading vocational school dedicated to training aspiring pet care professionals. With a mission to help people help animals, ABC has graduated over 32,000 students across the U.S. and Canada, making it the most recognized certification […]
From Passion to Purpose: How One Trainer Found Success with Rover
By: The Rover Staff Every dog trainer has a unique story, often sparked by a deep love for dogs and a desire to understand their behaviors. For Marcus, his journey into the world of dog training began at the age of 12, with his childhood dog, a terrier mix, who had some habits that needed […]
To Clip or Not to Clip…. That is the Question!
By: The Jodi Murphy Grooming Staff As groomers we tend to think that when a dog enters our salon for a haircut we immediately pull out our clipper. However, there are many breeds and mixed breeds that have a flat natural back coat that needs nothing other than a little carding and thinning shear work […]
Gut Health: The Benefits of Probiotics for Dogs
By: The Whitebridge Staff There’s a reason why “gut health” is all over the Internet. Every day, scientists are learning more about this fascinating system in dogs (and humans!), and the important role the gut plays in both their physical and mental health. What is gut health, and why is it so important? Gut health […]
Helping Pets Thrive with Targeted Nutrition
By: The PawTree Staff As pet professionals, you see it daily: the shedding that doesn’t stop, the paw licking that won’t go away, the pets that appear healthy at first glance, but aren’t operating at their best. You’re often the first line of insight for pet parents—and increasingly, you’re also the one guiding them toward […]
Step by Step Guide to Dog Socialization
By: The Charlee Bear Staff It’s never too late to encourage clients to socialize their pet for a happier and stress-free life! No matter how young or old, big or small, every dog can benefit from being socialized. Socialization is the process of allowing a dog to become familiar with new people, places and other […]
What’s Waggin’ – Summer 2025
By: Steven AppelbaumABC President & CEO Hello and welcome to another edition of Paw Prints. It’s hard to believe 2025 is heading into fall. I know it’s cliché, but it does seem like every year goes faster than the one before. Maybe that’s just me getting older, or perhaps it seems that way because every […]

