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How to write a dog walking contract

A detailed dog walking contract protects both the dog walker and the client. It can prevent disagreements, helping to ensure ...

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Recognising and preventing animal cruelty

With cases of animal cruelty and abandonment on the rise in Australia, it’s important to know the signs and speak up....

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Dog breeding — the pros and cons

Becoming a dog breeder can be rewarding. However, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of dog breeding....

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How to market your pet business online

Wondering how to market your pet business to get the most from your efforts? We’ve got 5 ways to promote your offering and ...

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Self-care practices for vets

When you spend the majority of your day caring for others, it’s important to take good care of yourself by employing regula...

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Pet humanisation and its impact on the pet industry

A growing trend is seeing pet owners treating their cats and dogs like members of the family...

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Compassion fatigue (and how to address it)

Compassion fatigue and burnout is common amongst pet professionals. Understanding the causes and what you can do about it is ...

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Helping a client cope with the loss of a pet

Helping clients cope with the loss of a pet goes hand in hand with the pet industry. Certainly, understanding the stages of g...

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6 tips for running a successful pet grooming business

Keen to make your pet grooming business profitable? Read up on our tips for running a successful business....