Pet Business

Read the best advice on dog businesses from our petpreneurs and business experts. We can articles on how to launch all types of pet businesses, how to write business plans for you petpreneurial ventures and how to effectively market your new dog businesses. As the pet market continues to grow in America, this is a great time to start your own pet related business.

The Best Dog Trainers in San Diego

13 Best Dog Trainers in San Diego, California

Professional dog training isn’t just for dogs with problem behaviors. Many dogs can benefit from getting professional instruction. Having a trained professional who understands...
How to Start a Dog Rescue - The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

How to Start a Dog Rescue: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

If you are a dedicated dog lover with a desire to make a difference, then you have probably considered starting your own dog rescue...
Dogs in the Workplace - Podcast

TOP #61: Dogs in the Workplace feat. Paul LeBlanc

Who doesn't like the "take your dog to work" day? In this podcast, Paul LeBlanc of Zogics Pet explains the benefits of having a pet-friendly office.
15 Reasons You Should Start A Dog Blog Right Now

15 Reasons You Should Start A Dog Blog Right Now

Dog blogs have become very popular in recent years, and more pet owners are looking into starting their own pet blogs. Knowing that there...
Top 8 US Pet Industry Stocks to Invest Into

8 U.S. Pet Industry Stocks to Invest Into

The U.S. pet industry is constantly showing a healthy growth trajectory. Sales of pet related products have risen almost 5% in 2017, reaching $69.51...
Top Embrace Pet Insurance Reviews

Embrace Pet Insurance Review: Benefits, Coverage, Costs, and Overall Value

Having a sick pet can be a heartbreaking experience, and the mounting vet bills only add to a pet owner’s anxiety. Considering that 50%...

TOP #51: How to Break Into the Pet Industry feat. Barton O’Brien

Many pet owners wish they could combine their passion for dogs with their entrepreneurial spirit. If you've been thinking about developing, marketing and selling a product for pet owners, this podcast episode is for you.
How Much to Tip for Dog Services - Infographic

How Much to Tip for Dog Services [Infographic]

In the pet service industry, particularly when it comes to dog groomers, sitters, and trainers, tipping is still unclear to most dog owners. It's a...
What Are Dog DNA Tests and Are They Reliable

TOP #50: What Are Dog DNA Tests and Are They Reliable?

In this podcast episode I'm interviewing a representative from Embark, the current leader of dog DNA test kits. We speak about what DNA test kits for dogs are, how they work, their benefits and reliability.
Best Pet Business and Career Ideas

60 Pet Business and Career Ideas [Infographic]

If you're a pet lover with an entrepreneurial spirit and have been looking into finally launching your own business venture, what could be better than...
How to Become a Dog Walker

Ask an Expert: How to Become a Dog Walker?

Dog walking can be a surprisingly tricky business to break into. I'm sure you've often heard the phrase, “The only way to do it...
Guide on How Much Do Dog Walkers Get Paid

Ask a Dog Walker: How Much Do Dog Walkers Get Paid?

It's a question that I hear all the time: “How much does a dog walker make?” I never quite know how to respond, since...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...