Thinking about a Pet-Based Career?

Would you like to own your own business? If you like to meet new dogs and form relationships with their people, you may be a good candidate for owning (or co-owning or managing or working in) a business related to dogs. There are a variety of dog-related businesses - dog park, daycare, day camp, training, training facility, grooming, boarding, creating dog food or dog treats.

Once you decide on a business and do your research to find the right location, you will want to start putting together a business plan that includes ways to build your business. Here are some starter ideas:

1. Join some local business associations or clubs - the Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, Rotary Club. If you join, they will usually list all their members on their web site. It will give your business extra exposure. Offer a discount to other members (either for certain months or for recommending your business to someone).

2. Utilize a simple form of viral marketing. Write or have someone else write some small reports with your name, company, and website included. Post them on various article posting sites. Take 2-4 minute videos of things going on in your business and post them on YouTube - end them with an invitation to visit or purchase and give information about how to do it!

3. Improve your business by promoting customer feedback. Tell them you want their honest opinions about your business, good or bad. List those responses on your website. Have a quick and easy form for them to fill out while you finish their order.

4. Build alliances with other dog-related businesses. You can trade links or ads, create joint venture deals by cross promoting your services, etc. Put your brochures or cards in their businesses and let them put theirs in your business. Sponsor a dog-related event together. Display at any and every dog-related event within 50 miles of your business. Work with the local Humane Societies. Have a give-away (sample dog biscuit or certificate for 10% off their first order) to put into every packet or for every customer.

5. Design your web site to be a valuable resource for people. Include original content and links to other interesting dog-related web sites. Add to it every month. Include pictures, short videos, links, and fresh seasonal content.

6. Practice great customer service. Think of ways in which you can do things better than your competition. Consider bulk orders, delivery, free shipping, buy-one-get-one-half-off, or other ways to bring your customers back. Ask what customers want and cannot find and then find a way to offer their needs.

People who own dogs want their dogs to be healthy and happy. They are often willing to spend the money to pamper their pooches if you can give them some value for their money. Remember when you talk about your business, don't just list the features, but tell people why there is a value or a benefit to each feature!

Thinking about a Pet-Based Career?

Now is the Perfect Time to Change Careers!

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Many people dream about changing careers and doing something they love. That often involves envisioning a jump into the pet world, but how do you do it? It is possible for this dream to become a reality!

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There are a lot of opportunities to become involved in the pet industry. Some options include dog training, pet sitting, running a dog daycare or boarding kennel, or owning a pet store. But, one of the more fun options (and a fast growing segment of the industry) is operating a dog bakery!

Why a Dog Bakery?

The advantages of a dog bakery over some of the other choices include things like:

Making dog treats can be done from any location including your home

There are higher than average profit margins

There is normally a fairly low start-up cost

It gives you the chance to be very creative in terms of baking treats and marketing them

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How You Can Start Your Own Dog Bakery

It can be tricky starting a new business, especially in an industry you might not fully be experienced in. The Bake-A-Dog-A-Bone Start-Up Resource Guide is a valuable guide that was written by two leading pet experts, Chris Trombley and Doug Bertram. Both Chris and Doug have extensive pet industry experience including Chris leading the food and treat division at PetSmart and Doug being the former CEO of Farnam Pet Products, President of Happy Dog Toys, and the current President of EBizWize, llc.

Luckily for you, you can use their expertise to help you start your own business and get it up and running successfully! Their guide lets you in on secrets that only an insider can provide you. You will learn valuable tips like:

How to create a tracking system for customers

The best way to market your new business

Making sure you avoid those early common mistakes

How to excite people about your new treats

What kinds of treats to make for the best success

Click here to see how The Bake-A-Dog-A-Bone Start-Up Resource Guide could change your career Nancy Richards President Dog Training Institute