Which Form of Company is Best for Grooming
by Grooming Business in a Box® Discussing your choices for the form of your company with an attorney is strongly recommended. The most common company forms are: Sole Proprietor. This…
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So You Are Interested in Adding a Grooming Dept to a Pet Business
Boarding facilities, pet daycares, veterinarian clinics and retail pet stores are prime candidates for adding a pet grooming. The concept is excellent for one significant reason. Most pet grooming clients…
Writing a Business Plan for a Retail Boutique with Grooming Dept.
Since 2000 we have noticed a sharp increase in the number of pet boutiques with grooming. No wonder. Studies show that retail environments record up to 30% more in retail…
Writing a Self-Service Pet Wash Business Plan
The 1990’s birthed a new concept for pet care, the self-service pet wash for D.I.Y. pet owners. Now two decades later it is still a good idea. Where did this…
Writing a Home-Based Grooming Business Plan
Many people have a strong desire to operate a business in their home. They eliminate regular work commutes and can set their hours. Some groomers prefer to be closer to…
Writing a Mobile Grooming Business Plan
Starting a mobile grooming business typically involves less cash outlay than a commercial location. Most of the cash outlay is required for the down payment on the mobile vehicle, but…
Buying a Client List the Smart Way
by Stephen at Grooming Business in a Box® www.groomingbusinessinabox.com The biggest obstacle to buying a pet grooming clientele list is the unknown. How do you know if the clientele will…
Buying Grooming Businesses with Zero Down
by Grooming Business in a Box® In a challenging economy for selling businesses pet groomers are doing relatively well. We know at least half the advertisers selling their businesses at…
Business Plans for Pet Salons, Shops and Spas
There is little difference in the term “shop” versus “salon.” Most consumers sense the use of the term “salon” as being more upscale, and not necessarily a larger business…