Guest Post: Pet Care for Busy Owners: Balance Work & Furry Friends
As a pet owner, you understand the gravity of a decision like adoption. You commit to the time and expense of caring for your pet for life, providing them with nutritious food, effective training, regular vet visits, and plenty of playtime and attention. Juggling all of these tasks can be difficult, especially for busy professionals […]
5 FREE Ways to Generate New Dog Training Clients
Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for a while, sometimes your budget doesn’t always allow for those big marketing bucks. But with the Internet and social media, you don’t need a massive marketing budget to generate new dog training clients. Even if you’re not a marketing guru, you can still create […]
Are Online Reviews Really That Important?
The short answer is yes! But you probably already knew that. But do you know why they’re so important? Online reviews help potential clients determine if you’d be a good fit. Additionally, they allow customers to air grievances they might otherwise not feel comfortable doing in-person. Finally, online reviews, even the negative ones, allow you to […]
The “How To” Series Pt. 1: How to Attract, Retain, and Develop Great Staff
As a small business, we love being able to interact and connect with other passionate small business owners. However, as a small business, we know the struggles of finding and retaining great talent. In fact, according to the 2018 Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit Report, 70% of small businesses struggle to find and retain […]
The “How To” Series Pt. 2: How to Attract and Retain Loyal Customers
In today’s market, consumers have nearly endless options, which makes it a pretty incredible feat when they choose your product. However, it’s not just about getting new customers, it’s about keeping them. Did you know that most businesses say it costs them about 70% more to acquire a new customer than it is to keep […]
The “How To” Series Pt. 3: How to Convert Customers Into Fans
In our last post “How To Attract and Retain Loyal Customers,” we looked at the different ways to create and build a brand that would entice and incentivize customer loyalty. But once you have a loyal customer how can you turn them into a vocal fan? Fan vs Loyal Customer Even though you may have […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Traveling With Pets
As a pet-parent, traveling with your pet is one of the best parts about travel! Pets always seem to make everything better. But as you pack your bags up, don’t forget to properly pack your pet’s bags as well. From food to paperwork, we’re covering all the do’s and don’t’s of traveling with a pet. […]
3 Tips to Making Check-In Time Quick and Easy
Summer is just around the corner and that means you’ll be seeing your regulars a lot more often and some new faces. As the busy season starts to pick up, you’ll want to make sure that your staff is checking each pet into your facility correctly. Check-in procedure typically includes: Collecting contact info Noting any […]
How to Prepare First Time Paw-Rents for Boarding
For many people, summertime means vacations and lots of travel. While you’re probably used to your regulars, each summer brings in new pets who may be totally new to the idea of a pet boarding facility. With these first-time paw-rents you want to make sure that they feel confident and safe leaving their trusted family […]
GO GREEN AT WORK: 3 Easy Ways to Make Your Pet Boarding Facility Eco-Friendly
According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), Americans spent nearly $69.5 billion on their pets in 2017. With almost 80 million homes housing a four-legged, furry or feathered family member, it’s no surprise that the pet service industry (grooming & boarding) raked in an estimated $5.73 billion dollars in 2016. As pets become more […]
Pet Care Business Sustainably
Can you imagine? Can you imagine how much better your pet care services business is going to be in the future? Did you know that by adding just one new company value to your business’ guiding principles, you may end up surpassing even your wildest dreams? By focusing your business on sustainability, and living this […]