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Nadiyah Dowery

Founder · RBT · Animal Science Student

St. Louis, MO

Registered Behavior Technician credentialed and active

Pursuing MS in Animal Science to expand clinical expertise across species

Rooted in pre-colonial African animal stewardship philosophy

Currently building PPP's Phase 1 regional model in St. Louis and greater Missouri

Who Nadiyah is

Not just an expert.
An observer first.

Nadiyah did not start with a business plan. She started with a question: why do so many people who love their animals end up losing them? Not through neglect, but through exhaustion, through a system that hands people an animal and walks away.

As a Registered Behavior Technician she brings the clinical precision of Applied Behavior Analysis to every animal interaction. But what drives her work is older than any credential. She grew up understanding that animals are not problems to be solved. They are kin. They communicate constantly. Most people have simply never been taught to listen.

She is currently continuing her education in Animal Science so that PPP can responsibly serve a wider range of species and settings. Horses, livestock, aquatic populations, exotic animals. The goal is to never have to say "we do not cover that" when a family or institution needs help.

She runs PPP as a military spouse, which means she understands what it is to build something resilient under constantly changing conditions. That same adaptability is built into every system she creates.

The foundation

Animals are not broken. Their systems are.

Every behavioral issue PPP encounters is traced back to an environmental, relational, or operational failure. We fix the system, not the animal.

The credential

ABA is the method. Stewardship is the soul.

Applied Behavior Analysis gives us data and precision. Pre-colonial African animal husbandry gives us the humility to remember that animals were family long before they were clients.

The commitment

Always learning. Never assuming.

Nadiyah is actively expanding her training in animal science so that when a horse owner, an aquarium director, or a livestock rancher reaches out, PPP is genuinely prepared.

The model

A small business with the discipline of a clinic.

PPP is a growing team, not a franchise. Every protocol, every hire, and every expansion is deliberate. We would rather grow right than grow fast.

Why PPP is different

Not a trainer.
An applied animal behaviorist in the making.

A lot of people see "behavioral support" and assume it means dog training. It does not. Here is the actual difference between the two approaches, and where Nadiyah's path fits.

General practice

Dog / Animal Trainer

PPP's path

Applied Animal Behaviorist

Question asked

What do I want this animal to do?

Question asked

Why is this animal doing what it is doing, and what does that tell us about what it needs?

Approach

Teach commands and desired behaviors through repetition and reward.

Approach

Conduct a functional behavior assessment to identify what is driving the behavior before choosing any intervention.

Framework

Experience-based and intuition-driven. Methods vary by trainer.

Framework

Applied Behavior Analysis, the same clinical science used in human behavioral health, applied to animals.

Data

Minimal to none. Progress is observed informally.

Data

Systematic behavioral data collection, measurable baselines, documented progress, and adjustable intervention plans.

Typical client

An owner who wants a well-mannered pet. Obedience, recall, leash manners, basic commands.

Typical client

An owner who has already tried training and it did not work. Reactivity, fear-based behavior, trauma, and complex welfare concerns.

The trainer's lens "What behavior do I want to see instead?"

PPP's lens "What is the function of this behavior, and what does this animal need that it is not getting?"

Where Nadiyah stands right now

What is active today, and what is being built.

Active RBT credential Founder, Postpartum Pup LLC Shelter volunteer hours Aquarium volunteer hours

M.S. Animal Science (in progress) Pathway toward BCBA Pathway toward CAAB / ACAAB

PPP operates today on the foundation of an active RBT credential combined with hands-on shelter and aquarium experience and a clinical, data-driven framework. The graduate-level credentials that define a board-certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (BCBA, CAAB, ACAAB) are not yet held. They represent the direction PPP is deliberately building toward through ongoing graduate study. Every case is approached with the functional, assessment-first mindset of that future practice, applied honestly within the scope of what an RBT is trained and qualified to do today.

A practical question

So when would you actually need this instead of a trainer?

If your dog just needs to learn "sit" or stop pulling on a walk, a good trainer is genuinely the right call, and a great one. But there are signs that the issue underneath is bigger than a command problem. Here is what those signs tend to look like.

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You have already tried training and it did not stick

The behavior improves in a class or with a trainer present, then returns at home. That usually means the behavior is being driven by something the training did not address.

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The behavior looks like fear, panic, or aggression

Lunging, growling, freezing, snapping, or shutting down are not disobedience. They are communication. Figuring out what is being communicated comes before any intervention.

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No one can tell you why it is happening

If every explanation you have gotten is a guess, "he's just stubborn" or "she's dominant," that is a sign no functional assessment has actually been done yet.

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The environment itself seems to be part of the problem

Some behaviors cannot be trained away because the home setup, routine, or sensory environment is actively working against the animal. That requires redesigning the environment, not just the animal's responses.

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A vet has ruled out medical causes, but the behavior remains

When the body checks out but the behavior persists, the next step is a behavioral assessment, not another round of obedience drills.

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You want to actually track whether things are improving

If you are tired of "trust me, it's working" and want to see real data on frequency, triggers, and progress over time, that is the behaviorist approach.

A trainer may be the right first call if

You are working on skills, not safety.

You have a new puppy and want basic manners
You want better leash walking or recall
Your dog is generally well-adjusted, just untrained
You want group classes for socialization

PPP may be the right call if

Something deeper is going on, and you want to understand it.

The behavior feels unpredictable or unsafe
Training alone has not changed anything lasting
You want a documented plan, not just a quick fix
You need a team that can adjust as your animal changes

Where we are going

A five-phase blueprint
for changing how the world
cares for its animals.

PPP is not a dog walking company with ambitions. It is a behavioral infrastructure firm with a long-term roadmap. Each phase builds on the last. Here is an honest look at the direction without giving the full map away.

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We are sharing the direction of our vision, not the full operational detail. We built this from scratch and we are building it carefully. If you want to be part of it, see the Careers section below.

1 Phase 1

Environmental Consulting and Regional Roots

St. Louis and beyond

Deep environmental and staff audits for facilities
Behavioral deconstruction of Western-only welfare protocols
Balanced medical and non-medical animal staffing
Expansion to Kansas City, Springfield, and Columbia, MO

2 Phase 2

Multi-State Scaling and Nutrition Boarding

going national

The Phase 1 Balance Model introduced to other states
Our own premium boarding facility for cats and dogs
Chef-grade, species-appropriate nutrition for boarding guests

3 Phase 3

The Real Estate Anchor

solving the housing bottleneck

Acquiring and rehabbing properties to create foster housing for rescue organizations
Directly addressing the number one reason rescues cannot take more animals

4 Phase 4

The Ecosystem Shelter and Transitional Housing

animals and people, together

Multi-generational resource hub using animals for therapy and workforce development
Transitional housing program pairing shelter residents with long-term responsibility and support

5 Phase 5

Staff Housing and Global Mission

building for the long haul

Dedicated housing development for LVTs and Behavioralists to ensure team stability
International rescue transport pipelines and humane habitat programs

We are in Phase 1 right now. Every client, every booking, every referral moves us forward.

Work with us

Join the team

We hire people who care deeply
and work precisely.

PPP runs on a W-2 labor model with 41 or more paid days off per year. Every role has an educational path and a human being behind it. If you believe animals deserve more than what the current system gives them, and you want to be part of building the alternative, keep reading.

We are currently based in St. Louis with regional expansion underway. Roles range from field-based enrichment work to habitat design to overnight livestock monitoring. All require reliability, precision, and genuine respect for every animal in your care.

What working at PPP looks like

W-2 employment with benefits from day one

41 or more fully paid days off per year, no guilt attached

Maximum one 4-hour active block per day per staff member

Care Pod structure so you are never isolated with a difficult case

Paid Village Council debriefs every two weeks with the full team

Tuition coordination and certification pathway support

A founder who reads applications personally and means it

Our global work architecture

The Cross-Border Humanist Work Model

We built our staff experience by borrowing the most human parts of work cultures around the world. Not as marketing. As actual policy.

Sweden

The Lagom Model

Our 4-hour Nanny Blocks are paired with 1 hour of paid pre-shift planning and 1 hour of paid post-shift decompression. No field staff member performs more than one active physical block per day. Every shift ends in a Green Zone, not a burned-out one.

France

Right to Disconnect

Once you log off, your PPP-issued device silences all operational channels automatically. Clients cannot contact staff directly on personal devices. Your evenings and weekends belong entirely to you and your family.

Denmark

Hygge and Trust

We do not use micromanaging tracking software. Once you are trained on our Systems of Stewardship, you have full creative autonomy over how you execute the enrichment portion of your block. You are trusted to do your job.

South Africa

Ubuntu Collective

No handler carries a difficult case alone. Bi-weekly Village Council debriefs are fully paid, catered meetings where the full team shares case data, troubleshoots environments together, and decompresses as a community.

Japan

Shinrin-Yoku Protocol

After high-stress shifts with reactive animals or intensive agricultural relief, staff are scheduled for paid Nature Decompression Blocks. You are paid to spend time outdoors resetting your nervous system before returning to your personal life.

Finland

Study-Leave Model

Every role has an educational trajectory. Through our Stewardship Academy, entry-level staff learn RBT science and low-stress handling. PPP actively funds and schedules around school calendars so you can elevate your career without financial distress.

interested in working for us?

See our open positions below

Scroll through each role and use the Apply button at the bottom to submit your application. We are a growing team and every hire is intentional.

7 Open roles

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Habitat Specialist

Design and Environment · W-2 · Full Time

You research a species' wild ecology and translate it into a physical layout that supports natural behavior. You select non-toxic substrates, design climbing structures, manage microclimates, and place hiding spots that reduce animal stress and promote biological fulfillment.

Background in zoology, environmental science, or animal ecology
Knowledge of species-specific behavioral needs across multiple taxa
Ability to evaluate temperature, humidity, and spatial design requirements
Comfort sourcing and vetting non-toxic, endocrine-disruptor-free materials

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Behavioral Technician / RBT

Clinical Field Staff · W-2 · Credentialed and Non-Credentialed Tiers

You apply ABA principles to animal behavior in real environments. Non-credentialed technicians receive training and certification pathway support through PPP. RBT-credentialed staff receive a higher pay tier and may supervise behavioral data collection across a Care Pod.

RBT credential preferred (pay differential applies to credentialed staff)
Non-credentialed applicants must be open to pursuing certification through PPP
Comfort with ABC data collection and session documentation
Experience working with high-arousal or reactive animals a strong plus

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Shelter Relief Staff

Institutional Field Staff · W-2 · Full and Part Time

This category covers the full range of shelter support roles: kennel cleaners, dog walkers, vet techs, vet assistants, and groomers. You relieve municipal shelters and rescue organizations from the invisible labor that drives burnout, so their core teams can focus on the animals that need the most attention.

Kennel cleaner or dog walker: physical stamina and animal comfort required
Vet tech or vet assistant: active credential or enrollment preferred
Groomer: experience with high-drive or anxious breeds strongly preferred
All roles follow PPP's SOS biosecurity protocol between every site

Transportation roles are not currently open for hiring.

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Behavioral Nanny

1-on-1 Client Field Staff · W-2 · Full Time

You work directly with individual client animals on a 1-on-1 basis, building deep relationships and behavioral consistency over time. You are also part of a rotating Care Pod that ensures your clients' animals experience generalization across multiple handlers. Nannies are responsible for updating and handing off all client information to maintain continuity during maternity leave, vacations, emergencies, or other transitions. We highly recommend this role for volunteers who foster for animal shelters.

Genuine comfort building long-term relationships with client animals and families
Strong documentation skills for handoff notes and behavioral continuity logs
Ability to work within a rotating pod model and maintain consistent protocols
Especially encouraged: active animal shelter volunteers and foster caregivers

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Environmental and Sanitation Steward

Field Staff · W-2 · Full Time

You maintain the safety, cleanliness, and non-toxic integrity of every client environment and vehicle. You follow our SOS biosecurity protocol between every site and work closely with the Nanny and Vet Tech teams throughout the day.

Detail-oriented with strong sanitation awareness
Comfortable following strict decontamination and scrub-change protocols
Interest in environmental science and toxin-free product standards
Physical stamina for active multi-site shifts

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Concierge Case Manager

Client Services · W-2 · Full Time

You are the primary point of contact for our premium clients. You handle all scheduling, logistics, veterinary liaison communication, and weekly Executive Data Summaries so clients never have to reach a Nanny directly. You sit between the field team and the client, protecting both.

Strong written and verbal communication with high-touch client experience
Experience in coordination, case management, or client-facing operations
Organized and calm under shifting schedules and client needs
Background in animal welfare or healthcare administration a strong plus

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Lead RBT and Behavioral Supervisor

Leadership · W-2 · Full Time

You oversee a Care Pod, review session data, mentor Behavioral Nannies and Technicians, and serve as the clinical point of contact for your client cluster. This is a leadership role that still puts you in the field.

Active RBT credential required
Experience supervising or mentoring staff in a behavioral or clinical setting
Strong data review, handoff management, and communication skills
Alignment with PPP's non-Western, equity-centered animal welfare philosophy

Interested in working for us?

We are a small team building something big. Every hire is intentional. If you believe in what we are doing, we want to hear from you. Use the button below to open the full application form or email our HR team directly.

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Built by someone who hasalways listened to theanimal first.

Not just an expert.An observer first.