How to Set Up Dog Boarding Kennels
Many dog lovers dream of quitting their job and setting up a dog boarding kennels but few ever do.
Mostly they just don't know where to begin.
The first step is to go and visit someone who has a dog kennel to get a feel for what might be required and to ask questions to find out whether it really is for you.
The next step is to do some online research.
There is no point starting one up if there are another 10 already in the local vicinity.
Once you have ascertained that there is a need in an area you will need to look for a plot of land.
It needs to be large enough to hold at least 10 individual dog kennels and preferably have a field which you could pen in for exercising the animals.
You will then need to check the licensing requirements of your local area to see the minimum requirements for dog boarding.
Licenses generally have statements about type of construction, size and layout, cleanliness, food and water and fire safety, etc.
Once you have decided that you definitely want to go ahead and have bought the land, you can begin to have the kennels constructed to your specifications.
Each do will need a dog kennel for sleeping in and a pen attached to this so that it can get some exercise.
Remember that people want what is best for their beloved pet and so will not choose your establishment if you have scrimped on space and quality of provision.
Each kennel needs to be comfortable, light, completely weather proof and easy to clean.
Most owners will bring some toys with them but a supply of toys will keep the dogs entertained and happy.
As well as a large outdoor space for dogs to socialise and get some exercise it is a good idea to employ some people to do daily dog walking with your residents.
Once you are set up and ready to go you need to advertise your boarding kennels, both locally and on the internet.
Some cut price offers might tempt some people to give you a try instead of their usual kennels and, if you make a good impression, they will hopefully stay with you when your prices go back to usual.
You may find that you can get some extra business by approaching local dog rescue centres who may, from time to time, need extra boarding space.
Mostly they just don't know where to begin.
The first step is to go and visit someone who has a dog kennel to get a feel for what might be required and to ask questions to find out whether it really is for you.
The next step is to do some online research.
There is no point starting one up if there are another 10 already in the local vicinity.
Once you have ascertained that there is a need in an area you will need to look for a plot of land.
It needs to be large enough to hold at least 10 individual dog kennels and preferably have a field which you could pen in for exercising the animals.
You will then need to check the licensing requirements of your local area to see the minimum requirements for dog boarding.
Licenses generally have statements about type of construction, size and layout, cleanliness, food and water and fire safety, etc.
Once you have decided that you definitely want to go ahead and have bought the land, you can begin to have the kennels constructed to your specifications.
Each do will need a dog kennel for sleeping in and a pen attached to this so that it can get some exercise.
Remember that people want what is best for their beloved pet and so will not choose your establishment if you have scrimped on space and quality of provision.
Each kennel needs to be comfortable, light, completely weather proof and easy to clean.
Most owners will bring some toys with them but a supply of toys will keep the dogs entertained and happy.
As well as a large outdoor space for dogs to socialise and get some exercise it is a good idea to employ some people to do daily dog walking with your residents.
Once you are set up and ready to go you need to advertise your boarding kennels, both locally and on the internet.
Some cut price offers might tempt some people to give you a try instead of their usual kennels and, if you make a good impression, they will hopefully stay with you when your prices go back to usual.
You may find that you can get some extra business by approaching local dog rescue centres who may, from time to time, need extra boarding space.
