The Dog Gurus Podcast

Crafting an Effective Enrichment Schedule for Your Doggie Daycare

Discover the art of crafting an enriching doggie daycare schedule that caters to the physical, mental, and social needs of your furry clients. Learn the importance of understanding canine behavior, incorporating playtime, providing quiet rest periods, and customizing activities for different energy levels. Elevate your daycare with the Daycare 2.0 Toolkit, a comprehensive digital resource for implementing an Enrichment-Based Model. Transform your facility into a haven for happy and engaged dogs with ready-to-use templates, floor plans, and a guide to teaching various enrichment activities. Explore the key to canine well-being today!
The Dog Gurus helps pet care businesses launch, grow, and profit!For more information visit https://www.thedoggurus.com/

Selecting the Best Staff Training Leader in Your Pet Care Business

As a business owner we recommend delegating as much as possible...and that includes selecting the best staff training leader in your Pet Care Business. You need someone to oversee the onboarding and training of your staff. We talk about the role of a staff training leader, skills they need to have to be a good people trainer, and ways to compensate them for taking on this role. It’s worth the time and money to get this right, especially given the staffing challenges of today.
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The Dog Gurus helps pet care businesses launch, grow, and profit! For more information visit https://www.thedoggurus.com/

Let's Talk About De-Escalation Techniques for Arousal or Aggression

Is your team equipped to calmly and confidently handle dogs showing signs of arousal or aggression?
We’ll dive into real-world de-escalation techniques that keep everyone—dogs and humans—safe. Whether it’s managing overstimulation in group play or navigating moments of reactive behavior, we’ll show you how to respond with confidence, clarity, and compassion. 
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Expert Insights on How to Hire the Best Employees

As one of your most significant investments, it’s absolutely crucial that you hire the best employees. You team should consist of talented employees that perform at a high level, fit into your company culture, and STAY. But, let’s be real. Finding the perfect candidate, let alone the employee selection process, is exhausting!
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Avoiding Dog Injuries and Fights

How to reduce dog fights and injuries in your off-leash playgroups.
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Let's Talk About Budgeting Tools

Let's Talk About Simplifying Vaccine Records

Managing up-to-date vaccine records can be a major headache for pet care facilities, often leading to denied services and frustrated clients. VetVerifi offers a concierge solution that takes the burden off facility owners by directly handling record collection and verification. With VetVerifi, you can ensure your vaccine records are always current — reducing stress, saving time, and keeping your business running smoothly.
Learn how VetVerifi can work for you!

Advanced Enrichment Skills to Play with the Dogs

Want some new ideas you can use in your enrichment program? Get our Daycare 2.0 Toolkit to help with your enrichment program https://thedoggurus.com/daycaretoolkit/
The Dog Gurus helps pet care businesses launch, grow, and profit! For more information visit https://www.thedoggurus.com/ 

Let's Talk About Gracefully Declining Dogs

Not every dog is the right fit for daycare—and that’s okay! Communicating this to clients can be tough, but it’s essential for the safety and well-being of all dogs in your care.
We share expert tips on:
how to say “no” professionally
handle client pushback with confidence
protect your business without burning bridges. 
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Let's Talk About Evaluations for Playgroups

Are your playgroups as safe and structured as they should be? The right mix of dogs can make all the difference in preventing conflicts and ensuring a fun, enriching experience for everyone.
We’ll share expert tips on using evaluations in creating safer, more balanced playgroups that keep dogs happy and your business running smoothly! Don’t miss out—tune in and learn how to do playgroups right!
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