Ideas for Dog-Boarding Facilities

If you are a dog lover or owner looking for a potential business venture, then a dog-boarding facility is a way to cultivate your love of animals and make a living at a same time. There are several ideas that you can use to make your dog-boarding facility a success.

  1. Location

    • It is important to choose a prime location that will not only attract business but will also be large enough to accommodate this type of business. Choose a spot for your dog-boarding facility that is centrally located so that it is easy for the pet's owner to drop the dog off for a day at the office or a weekend away. The facility also needs to be large enough to accommodate a separate play area, eating area and sleeping area for the dogs if you plan to watch the animals overnight. You also need to have an outdoor area for the dog to use the bathroom during its time at the facility.

    Staff

    • Hiring the right staff is just as important as finding a prime location for your dog-boarding facility. Your workers should not only have a deep love of animals; they should also have some rudimentary knowledge of animal behavior and habits. Before your facility opens its doors, hire your staff and ask them all to learn more about caring for large amounts of dogs at once. They can learn these lessons through books, or you can pay for your staff to take a few classes dealing with animal obedience and even doggie CPR.

    Supplies

    • Stock your dog-boarding facility with all the supplies needed to care for the dogs. Items you will need will include leashes, collars, dog toys, food, food and water bowls and kennels to house the pets while they are spending the night. You will also need to keep a large supply of cleaning products and towels on hand to keep your facility tidy when the inevitable accidents occur.

    Clients

    • Finding clients for your dog-boarding business is another step in starting your business. You need to find responsible pet owners who will not only pay you in a timely fashion but will also pick up their pets on time or at all. Ask about your client's pet history, and make sure that they have kept their dogs up to date on shots. You can locate these potential partners by advertising online, in a local newspaper or in a television commercial.