{"id":1468,"date":"2021-12-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-13T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.daysmart.com\/pet\/blog\/starting-a-doggie-daycare\/"},"modified":"2024-12-25T11:55:15","modified_gmt":"2024-12-25T11:55:15","slug":"starting-a-doggie-daycare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daysmart.com\/pet\/blog\/starting-a-doggie-daycare\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting Off On the Right Paw: What You Need to Know About Starting a Doggie Daycare Business"},"content":{"rendered":"
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According to a recent <\/span>survey<\/b><\/a> by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 1 in 5 American households added a new cat or dog to their families since the beginning of the pan<\/span>demic. Now, doggie daycare centers are in high demand as pet owners return to work or seek ways for their pets to socialize and make new pals.<\/span>If you love dogs, starting a doggie daycare business is a great idea. However, it\u2019s important to take all factors into consideration first to determine if it\u2019s the right choice for you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep reading to learn everything you need to know before starting a <\/span>doggie<\/span> daycare business.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a Business Plan<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a lot of costs associated with starting a <\/span>doggie<\/span> daycare. It\u2019s best to start by creating a <\/span>business plan<\/b><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A business plan will help you understand what steps you need to take and when. You\u2019ll also have a better understanding of the costs involved in starting a doggie daycare.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating a business plan will help you determine if starting a <\/span>doggie<\/span> daycare business is feasible. You\u2019ll also avoid common mistakes by creating a plan of action ahead of time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find a Location<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you plan on starting a <\/span>doggie<\/span> daycare business, you\u2019ll need somewhere for them to come to. It needs to be a place where dogs are safely housed both day and night.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you plan to run your doggie daycare out of your home, be sure to<\/span> check your city\/town\/county ordinances for any limitations on home-based businesses. You may find <\/span>that<\/span> you can\u2019t run one from your home.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t run your doggie daycare from home,<\/span> look for <\/span>a<\/span> warehouse space with outside access that\u2019s either fenced in or can be fenced in. You\u2019ll also need to determine how much it will cost for equipment and any facility modifications you\u2019ll need.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Between monthly rent, equipment, and modifications, your upfront costs can get expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Insurance, Permits, and Licensing Fees<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve found the perfect place for starting a <\/span>doggie<\/span> daycare business, you\u2019ll need to see what types of insurance, permits, and licensing you\u2019ll need to run your business legally.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insurance<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Always invest in business insurance. This insurance protects your business against liability claims. <\/span>However, you\u2019ll need more insurance than just general liability or business insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Property and Premises Insurance<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few ways your property can end up damaged:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n