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Running your own Boarding Kennels

by David Cavill

"An absolute goldmine of information, guidance and common sense... an invaluable reference book" Kennel Gazette

"This book goes into every aspect of running a boarding kennel... it is invaluable to anyone contemplating kennel ownership and management. The author is well qualified to advise others" Dog Training Weekly

"Dreamed of earning a living through your love of animals? This book has information on statutory requirements, feeding, staff and buildings" Daily Express

"Informative and well researched... it is highly recommended"
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1. Facing the Facts
   A second career
   Gaining the knowledge
   Animal nursing
   Practical preparation
   Formal training
   The boarding cattery
   Taking responsibility for animals

2. Finding your Property
   Location
   Boarding capacity
   Quarantine kennels
   Starting a new business
   Buying an existing business
   Boarding fees & licenses
   Owner accommodation
   Financial enquiries

3. Professional & other Advice
   Property
   Raising finance
   Business structure
   Free advice
   Solicitor
   Insurance
   Accounting
   Local officials

4. Finance & Running Costs
   Income
   Outgoings
   Value Added Tax
   Keeping accounts
   Getting the best deals
   Updating your knowledge

5. Laws and orders: statutory requirements
   Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963
   Diseases of Animals (approved disinfectants) Order 1978, 1991, 2004
   Licensing authorities
   Liability for damage
   Retail trading
   Terms for boarding

6. Health Matters
   Kennel cleaning
   Insecticides
   Exterior cleaning
   Sterilisation of feeding & drinking bowls
   Disposal problems
   Human considerations
   Safety first
   Zoonoses & other ailments
   Dangerous dogs

7. Feeding the boarders
   Types of pet food
   Canned food
   Semi-moist food
   Complete dry food
   Vacuum packed meats
   Deep frozen food
   Boil in the bag food
   Tripe
   The use of complete dry diets for dogs & cats
   Self feeding
   Conclusion

8. The Daily Round
   Exercise
   Cleaning routine
   Mealtimes
   Kennel kitchen
   Beds & towels
   Taking stock
   Heating
   Computers
   Health record cards
   Grooming
   Reception area
   Arrivals & departures
   Enquiries
   Problems which may be encountered
   Veterinary surgeons visits
   Final check

9. Kennel staff
   Accommodation
   Training
   Checking-in
   Income tax & National Insurance
   Contract of employment
   Health hazards

10. Kennel Buildings
    Adapting existing property
    New designs
    Conventional kennel accommodation
    Heating
    Developments

11. Fanfare
    Trade sign
    Advertising
    Telephone enquiries
    Stationery
    Local activities
    Unlicensed competition

12. Expanding your business
    Increased capacity
    Grooming services
    Product sales
    Puppy rearing
    Quarantine kennels

13. Associated services
    Introduction
    Pet sitting & dog walking
    Creches
    Home boarding
    
    Final note & Appendices