In this episode of DogCo Secrets, I’m walking you through 10 money strategies that will keep your pet care business winning. We’re talking about everything from bookkeeping must-haves to daily money habits, mindset shifts, and practical systems you can put in place this week. If you’ve ever felt stressed about cash flow, profit margins, or paying yourself confidently, this episode will give you clarity and actionable next steps.

These are the exact strategies I’ve seen transform struggling businesses into thriving ones. Whether you’re running a dog walking company, pet sitting business, or any service-based pet care brand, this countdown is packed with tools you can use immediately.

🔥 Key Takeaways

• 10 tactical tips to set your pet care business up for financial success
• How to separate business and tax savings to avoid painful surprises
• Why hiring a bookkeeper early is a growth accelerator, not an expense
• The mindset shift that turns money management from stressful to empowering

⏰ Timestamps
0:00 – Welcome and episode overview
0:42 – Why finances are the foundation for scaling your business
3:00 – Tip 1: Hire a bookkeeper and why you can’t afford not to
5:30 – Tip 2: Learn to read key financial reports
8:15 – Tip 3: The three-bank-account system for clarity and control
10:50 – Tip 4: Automating savings transfers to build wealth over time
13:45 – Tip 5: Identify a “free spend” category to prevent burnout
16:30 – Tip 6: Understanding labor costs and employee retention
19:10 – Tip 7: Course-correct quickly when you make financial mistakes
21:30 – Tip 8: Protect “future you” with smart decisions today
24:00 – Tip 9: Check your finances daily to remove fear and shame
26:20 – Tip 10: Make money management fun and rewarding

DogCo Summit

Want to take these strategies further? Join us at the DogCo Business Summit in Winston-Salem, NC (September 26–28) or grab a digital ticket to attend online. This event includes Joey Coleman’s exclusive 4-hour workshop on client and employee retention — a must if you want to scale your pet care business in 2025. 👉 Get your ticket: https://dogcosummit.com

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