Independence Day Wishes to all Pet Professsionals!

I hope most of you are having a great day off! - I know for pet sitters like me holidays like this are our busiest time during the year. We can be thankful for all the great customers our service allows to enjoy their vacation time without the burden of worrying about their pets.

One of the things we should all celebrate today is the freedom that our professional allows us. Working with pets gives us the freedom to be with animals every day and share in their unconditional love.

Pet care business owners can also celebrate the freedoms that we have because we own our own businesses. As entrepreneurs we all have :

1) The freedom to work with whom we want - with our chosen staff and our ideal clients.

2) The freedom to work where we want- be it a clients home, storefront, or office location.

3) Time freedom - we are able to decide how many hours we work and when we work.

Enjoy the time you have today with your family both human and furry!

Owning a pet business does not guarantee you success, but it is generally not difficult to set up your own pet business adn many who own pet businesses love the hard working lifestyle and the closeness to pets. You will have to compete with those who may be better trained, may have lower cost structures and those who “pretend” to have your skills and experience when they do not. (eg not all those who advertise themselves as groomers are actually Groomers).

There are also key skills that all dog industry professionals should possess. Here are some of the most critical skills and abilities for those hoping to work with dogs professionally: Basic Dog Handling and Training Skills, ability to recognize behavioral signals.

Animals can be somewhat unpredictable when they are under stress or in an unfamiliar environment, like when they visit the veterinary office or the grooming salon, so it is important to be attentive and stay aware of the animal you are handling at all times.