I want to open a doggy daycare/pet boarding type of business.?

Question

The problem is that I don't know where to start. Besides finding the perfect location, what kind of license or certificates do I need to get and how do I go about doing so?

Answer 1

The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.

I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* Running Your Own Boarding Kennels by David Cavill
* Building, Buying and Operating a Boarding Kennel by James Krack
* Kennel Building and Management (Howell Reference Books) by Mario Migliorini

* How to Start a Business in Texas: With Forms by William R. Brown and Mark Warda

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

Hello i'm actually taking a course right now to become a Doggie Daycare/Boarding Person. but i'm in canada
here are some links that I found that might help

http://www.mypetbusiness.com/

http://www.kennelsource.com/thesource/default.asp?f=2004/10&ID=21

http://www.doggieview.com/

Answer 3

there is a lot of permits, & insurance you need, all that business has standards that must be met. maybe ur local dog pound would know