As a dog professional—whether you’re a trainer, walker, groomer, or agility coach, your primary goal is to provide excellent services to your clients. However, without clear boundaries in place, it’s easy to end up overworked, underpaid, and emotionally drained. Setting boundaries is not just about protecting your time and energy; it’s also about maintaining aContinue reading “How to Set Boundaries with Clients as a Dog Professional”
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The Parallels Between Dog Agility and Running a Small Business: Lessons from the Agility Course
Today, I’m at an agility show with my young dog, and it got me thinking about the striking similarities between running a dog agility course and running a small business. If you have trained agility you will be all familiar with the highs and the lows that come with both training and competing! Watching handlersContinue reading “The Parallels Between Dog Agility and Running a Small Business: Lessons from the Agility Course”
The Mindset Shift: Charging Your Worth in the Professional Dog Business Word!
As a dog professional, your passion lies in providing top-notch care for our furry friends. Whether you’re a dog trainer, groomer, walker, or sitter, your commitment to your craft is unquestionable. However, one of the most common hurdles many in this industry face is pricing their services appropriately. This challenge not only affects your bottomContinue reading “The Mindset Shift: Charging Your Worth in the Professional Dog Business Word!”