Running a pet care business takes passion, patience, and a whole lot of planning — especially when it comes to expanding into daycare or boarding. Whether you're offering in-home services and thinking about opening your first facility, or you already run one and are looking to grow, making that leap can feel overwhelming.
That's why we hosted our recent webinar, Building a Dog Daycare & Boarding Business, a virtual roundtable featuring four incredible Time To Pet customers who've done just that. Each panelist shared real stories, challenges, and lessons learned from building successful pet care facilities from the ground up.
Our panel included:
- Tambre' Recalde, Owner of Ridges & Paws, LLC.
- John Kuendig, Owner of John K9
- Kelsey Ristau, President of Hometown Dog Boarding
- Katie Thomure, Owner of The Canine Academy & Guesthouse
💡 What We Covered
This session was full of valuable advice and firsthand insights from pet care pros who’ve turned their passion into thriving facilities. Some key takeaways included:
Making the jump from in-home care to a facility: Our panelists shared what motivated them to expand, what surprised them most along the way, and how they overcame early challenges.
- Staffing and operations: From hiring and training to building a strong team culture, the group discussed what it takes to find (and keep) great employees.
- Pricing with confidence: Hear how these business owners approach pricing, balance profitability with affordability, and adapt as their services grow.
- Standing out in a competitive market: Each panelist offered creative ways they’ve differentiated their facilities — from personalized care to facility design and marketing strategies.
- Advice for getting started: Perhaps the biggest theme? Just start! Take it one step at a time, stay adaptable, and learn as you go.
Whether you're still dreaming of your first daycare space or looking to expand your existing operation, this roundtable offered encouragement and practical steps to help you move forward with confidence.
🎥 Watch the Recording
Couldn't make it to the live session? No problem — you can catch the full conversation on-demand. Fill out the form below to get instant access to the Building a Dog Daycare & Boarding Business recording.
Stay tuned for more free webinars and resources designed just for you and your team!
