All American Grooming Show
August 8th-11th, 2019
Schaumburg, IL
The world’s longest running grooming show. There are programs for anyone interested in improving their knowledge, handling and care of pets. Also, great competitions to challenge you and help hone your skills. So, if you are serious about the pet care industry, you will want to be here.
SuperZoo
August 20th-22nd, 2019
Las Vegas, NV
SuperZoo is the largest gathering of pet professionals in North America not only for the products and education, but for the experience itself. With so many passionate pet pros from around the world on-site—from retailers to groomers to daycare operators—it’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity to form new partnerships that direct foot traffic to your door. Talk about a feather in your cap.
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Pet Fair Asia
21 Aug 2019 to 25 Aug 2019
Shanghai, China
Pet Fair Asia is an International Pet show for trade supplies taking place every year in Shanghai. Unlike other shows in China, Pet Fair Asia gives a significative importance to China and Asia-Pacific markets, while proposing a upper-standard product’s profile when it comes to sourcing.
ExpoZoo
25 Aug 2019 to 26 Aug 2019
Drummondville, Quebec
If you wish to know and profit from the Quebec market, Expozoo is the show for you! Since its debut, 20 years ago, the popularity of this show keeps growing and exhibitors that participate recognize the unique opportunity to showcase their products. Take advantage of this event to meet with your existing clients and benefit from new business opportunities!
Groom Expo
September 12th-15th, 2019
Hershey, PA
Groom Expo is the world’s largest grooming show, welcoming thousands of pet professionals to the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania, every September. Groom Expo hosts dozens of educational seminars, exciting grooming competitions, and a weekend packed with extra events to meet and mingle with fellow pet professionals.
Bay Area Pet Fair
September 14th-15th, 2019
Pleasonton, CA
100+ Vendor Booths – Try the newest and most innovative products in the pet world. Classes and Workshops – Learn about everything from Dog Training 101 to CBD Oil for pets.
National Pet Industry Trade Show (Canada)
September 15th-16th, 2019
Mississauga, Ontario
The National Pet Industry Trade Show is the largest of our trade shows. Year after year, the event proves that it is the place to be to make important industry contacts from across North America. In addition to discovering the newest products and the latest technology, clients and suppliers can connect, network and participate in our special events and seminars.
NAPPS 2019 Forum Webinar
September 16-19, 2019
via Zoom Conferencing Software
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Pet Connections Expo
September 24th-25th, 2019
Philadelphia, PA
The pet industry gathers at Pet Connections Expo to buy and sell products, pitch and exchange ideas, meet with partners, and so much more. This is a trade-only event for pet professionals.
The show offers free educational sessions that help independent retailers compete with the larger brick and mortars as well as the online giants. Gain business insights that you can put into practice tomorrow. Network and learn from other retailers in a relaxed environment.
Pet Care Services Educational Conference
October 1st-3rd, 2019
Palm Springs, California
Join us for a business and education-focused event, presented by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA), where a world-class line-up of speakers and exhibitors educate and inspire pet care services providers including the owners and managers of pet boarding and daycare facilities, veterinarians, pet sitters, groomers, dog walkers, trainers, and more.
Pet Connections Expo
October 15th-16th, 2019
Edison, New Jersey
The pet industry gathers at Pet Connections Expo to buy and sell products, pitch and exchange ideas, meet with partners, and so much more. This is a trade-only event for pet professionals.
The show offers free educational sessions that help independent retailers compete with the larger brick and mortars as well as the online giants. Gain business insights that you can put into practice tomorrow. Network and learn from other retailers in a relaxed environment.
Willamette Valley Canine Convention, LLC
October 19th, 2019
Eugene, OR
APDT Conference 2019
October 30th- November 2nd, 2019
Portland, OR
Join us for a business and education-focused event, presented by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA), where a world-class line-up of speakers and exhibitors educate and inspire pet care services providers including the owners and managers of pet boarding and daycare facilities, veterinarians, pet sitters, groomers, dog walkers, trainers, and more.
2019 Pet Sitter World Educational Conference
November 2nd-4th, 2019
Winston-Salem, NC
2019 marks PSI’s 25th anniversary, and we’ll be celebrating two and a half decades of pet-sitting excellence at the 2019 Pet Sitter World Educational Conference. You will not want to miss this event!
PSI’s 2019 Pet Sitter World Educational Conference takes place Nov. 2-4 in Winston-Salem, N.C. We understand that as busy small-business owners, it can be difficult to take time away. So, we’ve shortened the conference—but packed it full of sessions, optional workshops and networking opportunities to ensure that attendees will leave refreshed, re-energized and armed with tools and resources to take their businesses to the next level.
Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo
November 11th-14th, 2019
Hershey, PA
An exciting national conference for professionals in the pet boarding and daycare industry. Featuring a two-day trade show showcasing the best products and companies in the industry, top industry speakers sharing their expertise, and an awesome line up of educational seminars.
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GroomWest
February 14th-17th, 2019
Pasadena, Texas
The West Coast’s most illustrious grooming show boasts a big trade show and programs for anyone interested in improving their knowledge, handling and care of pets. So if you are serious about the pet care industry, you will want to be here.
Texas Pet Sitters Conference
February 22nd-24th, 2019
Schertz, Texas
An energy-packed, multi-day event for pet professionals to discuss relevant topics enhancing day to day standards, practices and procedures. Seminars, hands-on learning and discussions led by industry experts will equip attendees with business and operational tools to better care for the pets in their community.
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Pet Sitter World Online
March 7th, 2019
Online
PSI’s 2019 Pet Sitter World ONLINE will take place on Thursday, March 7—but we will also host a special kickoff session in a private Facebook group just for conference attendees the evening before. Whether your busy schedule or finances prevent you from attending our annual in-person Pet Sitter World Educational Conference or you do attend the in-person conference and want to simply take advantage of another educational opportunity, PSI’s Pet Sitter World ONLINE is a great option for you!
Global Pet Expo
March 20th-22nd, 2019
Orlando, Florida
Global Pet Expo, presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), is the pet industry’s largest annual trade show featuring the newest, most innovative pet products on the market today.
In 2019, Global Pet Expo will take place March 20-22 in Orlando, Florida. Global Pet Expo is open to independent retailers, distributors, mass-market buyers, and other qualified professionals. This show is not open to the general public.
Western Canadian Pet Industry Trade Show
April 14th-15th, 2019
Calgary, Alberta
This new conference amalgamates the Calgary and Western Pet Expos into one large two-day professional event. In a bold move inspired by loyal participants, PIJAC Canada has morphed this show into a work/play destination event.
Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo West
April 29th- May 2nd, 2019
Burbank, California
An exciting national conference for professionals in the pet boarding and daycare industry. Featuring a two-day trade show showcasing the best products and companies in the industry, top industry speakers sharing their expertise, and an awesome line up of educational seminars.
World Dog Expo
June 1st-2nd, 2019
Secaucus, New Jersey
This weekend spectacular event will celebrate dogs everywhere in a large–scale, cutting edge multimedia format. With multiple stages, attendees will enjoy caliber events, such as dock diving, disc dog, lure coursing, weight pulling and schutzhund, just to name a few.
The World Dog Experience will provide opportunities for the dog and owner to participate together in sports, education, training and other bonding experiences. Also, the show will work to promote dog rescue, fostering and adoption.
Erika Godwin is the President of Barketing Solutions and the Co-Founder and CMO of ProPet Software, an industry-leading kennel management software. Erika has over 8 years of experience with WordPress and graduated from Elmira College in 2009 with a BS, Business Administration- Marketing and Management.