Cheyenne Williams, owner of Shiney Day Specialized Pet Care joins us this week to talk about emergency preparedness and specialized pet care. From planning to practicing, to tools and resources, this is a packed episode!
061- Kitchen Confessions
On this episode, we continue the conversation about lessons from the pandemic, new marketing ideas, and an intro to using a podcast for your business, which we think is a great idea!
060- Sunfire Canines with MacKenzie Hafen
This episode features dog walker Mackenzie Hafen, owner of Sunfire Canines. She discusses how she got started as a dog walker, how Covid-19 has impacted her business, and some of her favorite apps for her business.
059- Scaling Your Business with Natasha O'Banion
Natasha O'Banion, owner of Walk with Renzo and Ruby and Start, Scale, Sail, shares what she's learned about growing her business, including having a strong foundation, goal setting, and the proper protocols to have in place.
058- Lessons from Covid-19
What are some lessons we can take away from how Covid-19 has impacted our business and us personally? We sit down to discuss some of the lessons we're seeing and experiencing. They'll look different for everyone, so let us know what lessons you're taking away from all of this!
057- Community in the face of Covid-19 with Natalie Durack
What can supporting your community and bringing others together look like in a pandemic? Natalie Durack, owner of Happy Hounds Dog Walking and Pet Sitting, joins us on the show to discuss how businesses on the Gold Coast have joined together to support each other in the midst of the chaos.
056- All things cats, with Stacy LeBaron
Cats can sometimes get a bad wrap, especially with those who don't care for them regularly. Stacy LeBaron, host of the Community Cats podcast, joins us to cover why that is, how to care for different temperments of cats, and so much more.
055- Kitchen Confessions
On today’s podcast, we go through some of the changes happening to the pet care industry and how we can stay ahead of them. How can we use this time to make changes to both client and our own behaviors? What are some opportunities in marketing and what about the industry outlook?
054- Covid-19 and Kennels with Zach Shearer
How have kennels been impacted during the Covid-19 pandemic? Zach Shearer joins us this week to discuss his business, how he’s adapted to changes, and his outlook for the rest of 2020.
053- Business Structure with Doug
What does business structure mean for your business and how do you know what will work best for you? Doug Keeling, owner of Bad to the Bone Pet Care, joins us to discuss the importance of “finding your why” and what it looks like to hire amazing staff.
052- Kitchen Confessions
On today’s Kitchen Confession, we discuss a recent meet and greet with a new client, how recent CDC guidelines are throwing a wrench in reopening plans, and how no matter what you have chosen to do with your time and your business, there is no judgement.
051- Rebranding with Amber
What is rebranding and when should you consider doing it? On this episode, Amber from Atta Boy! Animal Care joins us to share her experience and reasoning for rebranding. She clues us into what we need to consider, and some simple steps we can follow to make the processes a lot smoother.
050- Murphy & Me Pet Sitting
Korye Miller, from Murphy & Me Pet Sitting, tells us what it’s like running a pet sitting business for almost 16 years, how she keeps clients coming back, and how her views on policies have changed over time.
049- Kitchen Confessions
On this Kitchen Confession, Collin and Meghan discuss some of their thoughts on what it’s going to look like reopening, questions they’ll be asking clients, and what procedures will stick around even once everything is fully opened again.
048- Dog Training Skills with Khara Schuetzner
What are some dog training skills pet sitters can be working on right now? Khara Schuetzner, Chair of APDT, joins us to discuss some basic skills we can all be working on. She also encourages us on the importance of these skills, even if we don't plan on offering training as a service.
047- Getting and Staying Organized with Savanna
Now is an excellent time to work on getting and staying organized. Professional organizer and pet sitter Savanna Westwood, the Savvy Sitter, joins us for a breakdown of simple actions we can be working on right now. She also addresses some listener questions on time management and many other topics.
046 - Kitchen Confessions
On this weeks Kitchen Confessions, we share some tips on working from home if you’ve never had to do it before and what it’s like running a business with your significant other.
045- Hoopla Adventures
How is house sitting being impacted? What does the future look like for that industry? On this episode we are grateful to have the wonderful Jennifer Flett and Henry Lecky, from Hoopla Adventures on. Because they are working and traveling abroad as full-time pet sitters, teachers and writers, we wanted them to come on and share their experience with the Covid-19 pandemic.
044- Coronavirus Relief Options with Mike Jesowshek
Have questions about the recent government assistance programs for Covid-19 relief? You’re not alone. Mike Jesowshek of JETRO and Associates joins us to break it all down, including what exactly the programs are and who should be applying for them.
043- Kroopin's Poopin Scoopin
Erica Krupin, owner of Kroopin’s Poopin Scoopin, discusses what it’s like running and operating a poop scooping business. What started off as a conversation ostensibly about scooping poop, turned into a wonderful discussion about customer service and managing employees. From keeping it all organized, to finally being able to lead the life she’s always wanted, Erica shares what she loves about the life of a pet waste removal technician!