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How Artificial Turf Increased My Dog Daycare Business 250%
I operate a large boarding facility and doggie daycare in Southern Florida. The upkeep of the grass and annual replacement costs led me to consider utilizing artificial turf as a permanent solution. I spent about 7 months researching various companies and products and learned more than I thought I’d care to know about the stuff. If you’re considering artificial turf for your doggie daycare or boarding facility, I know you’ll find this information beneficial.
The Value of Pet Playroom Structures
The benefits of including cat and dog play structures in your boarding facility can set your business apart from the rest while enriching the lives of the companion animals in your care. The cost of installing a complicated play structure causes some small business owners to forgo the idea altogether, but don’t let it deter you. It doesn’t have to be complicated and any money you spend on it is an investment that can help grow your business. Creating multiple levels, viewing platforms and varied surfaces will help engage your guests and make them more comfortable. Dogs love to climb up on something high and look down over their domains while cats need larger platforms in order to fully stretch and get comfy. Play structures are a great way to provide exercise, stimulation and socialization and keep your guests coming back time and time again.
Low Bidder: “It’s Unwise To Pay Too Much, But It’s Worse To Pay Too Little”-John Ruskin
“It’s Unwise To Pay Too Much, But It’s Worse To Pay Too Little”-John Ruskin (1819-1900)
I’m “sharing” this from the latest Pet Boarding & Daycare magazine, Volume 2 Edition 1. They have some of the best content for Groomers and Boarding Facility operators. This issue covers the best flooring for your pet care facility, dealing with increased competition and other various topics including this little nugget of wisdom by John Ruskin. It is such sound advice along with “Truth or Just Good Marketing” our blog from November 2011. Enjoy:
Why 304 Stainless?
Why 304 Stainless?
In today’s economy it’s important to be an educated consumer. With the American dollar taking a beating, manufacturers are looking for ways to maximize profits. At the same time you, the consumer are looking for ways to get the most for your money. It’s tempting for you to opt for a less expensive product, just be sure your manufacturer isn’t doing the same thing.
Equipment Maintenance: Keep It Looking As Good As New, and Get Top Dollar When It’s Time To Replace It
Equipment Maintenance: Keep It Looking As Good As New, and Get Top Dollar When It’s Time To Replace It
November and December are notoriously busy months in the animal care industry. Whether you clip, bathe or board chances are you’ll be chasing your tail this time of year. While you are trying to find time to catch your breath, think how much wear and tear is being placed on your equipment.
December Is The Time To Paws And Reflect
December Is The Time To Paws And Reflect
We have a lot in common with a lot of our Grooming and Boarding customers who run a small business. We are a small business. TriStar Vet and Direct Animal Products have 9 office staff and only 23 master craftsmen that work in our plant, building and designing all of our wonderful products. We love small businesses. They are the picture of efficiency. There are only a few, producing the work of many.
Holiday Pet Boarding- No More Last Minute Reservations
Holiday Pet Boarding- No More Last Minute Reservations
Tis the Season for holiday pet boarding. If your clients are anything like me they will call you the day before they leave to book their spot at the kennel. This year I had my Christmas boarding reservation booked before Thanksgiving.
How to Reduce Stress for Your Four Legged Clients
How to Reduce Stress for Your Four Legged Clients
Whether you groom, board or both, you hope to offer the best experience to your customers. A lot of times that means focusing on the owners of your customers and making sure to put your most professional foot forward from the time they drop off to the time they pick up their beloved baby. Let’s call that our “front of the house” experience, but what goes on in the back of the house?
Why Glass Kennel Doors
Why Glass Kennel Doors
Not only is glass quieter and provides your facility with a more open look and feel, it is also easier to clean compared to other options on the market. If you have an animal that has urinated on the glass you can identify that and it can then be easily cleaned and disinfected, and you’ll know by simply looking at it. On the other hand, if you have a stainless steel rod door you can’t see that as easily and it is a lot more difficult and time consuming to clean.
Truth or Just Good Marketing
Truth or Just Good Marketing
High quality products and craftsmanship, custom design services, have you heard these words before? Perhaps in numerous trade publication ads and websites in the animal care equipment industry? If all these claims are equally true, then how can you as the consumer, make a decision? I guess it all comes down to price. I mean if everyone offers top quality, innovative free design services then it’s safe to go with the cheapest manufacturer, right?
