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Running Your Own Boarding Kennels David Cavill

Running Your Own Boarding Kennels By David Cavill

Running Your Own Boarding Kennels by David Cavill


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Summary

this new edition provides comprehensive advice on every aspect of running a boarding kennel

Running Your Own Boarding Kennels Summary

Running Your Own Boarding Kennels: The Complete Guide to Kennel and Cattery Management by David Cavill

Praise and Reviews 'An absolute goldmine of information, guidance and common sense... an invaluable reference book' Kennel Gazette 'Highly informative and well researched ... it is highly recommended' Dogs Monthly 'A splendid book which should answer all the questions new and prospective kennel owners want to ask' Our Dogs Those who love animals often aspire to earning a living through looking after them. This book can help turn that dream into a reality. Fully revised and updated by animal care expert David Cavill, based on the original work by Sheila Zabawa, this new edition provides comprehensive advice on every aspect of running a boarding kennel, including: finding a property; statutory requirements; finance and running costs; health matters; feeding the boarders; kennel staff; kennel buildings; marketing the business. With an increasing demand for quality kennel accommodation for dogs and cats, a good boarding kennel is a sound investment and can provide a good income if run efficiently. This guide, the only one of its kind available, is essential reading for anyone who is starting out in the business and no one should consider running a boarding kennel until they have read it thoroughly.

Running Your Own Boarding Kennels Reviews

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

About David Cavill

David Cavill David Cavill is an experienced writer and broadcaster on all subjects related to companion animals. An acknowledged expert, he owns and publishes Dogs Monthly and is the founder of the Animal Care College, which provides courses in all aspects of animal care. Currently a consultant to the animal care industry, he has an extensive background in kennel management, having owned and run a small boarding kennel and cattery and managed a large establishment that included a grooming salon. Until recently he was joint Manager of Bell Mead, the country kennel of Battersea Dogs` Home.

Table of Contents

Part 1 Facing the Facts: A second career; Gaining the knowledge; Animal nursing; Practical preparation; Formal training; The boarding cattery; Taking responsibility for animals. Part 2 Finding Your Property: Location; Boarding capacity; Quarantine kennels; Starting a new business; Buying an existing business; Boarding fees and licences; Owner's accommodation; Financial enquiries. Part 3 Professional and Other Advice: Property; Raising finance; Business structure; Free advice; Solicitor Insurance; Acccounting; Local officials. Part 4 Finance and Running Costs: Income; Outgoings; Value added tax; Keeping accounts; Getting the best deals; Updating your knowledge. Part 5 Laws and Orders: Statutory Requirements; The Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963; The Diseases of Animals (Approved Disinfectants) Order 1978 (amended 1991); Licensing authorities; Liability for Damage; Retail trading; Terms for boarding. Part 6 Health Matters: Kennel cleaning; Insecticides; Exterior cleaning; Sterilization of feeding and drinking bowls; Disposal problems; Human considerations; Safety first; Zoonoses and other ailments; Dangerous dogs. Part 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 and cats; Self-feeding; Conclusion. Part 8 The Daily Round: Exercise; Cleaning routine; Mealtimes; The kennel kitchen; Beds and towels; Taking stock; Heating; Health record cards; Grooming; Reception area; Arrivals and departures; Enquiries; Problems which may be encountered; Veterinary surgeons' visits; Final check. Part 9 Kennel staff: Accommodation; Staff training; Checking in; Income tax and National Insurance; Contract of employment; Health hazards. Part 10 Kennel Buildings: Adapting existing property; New designs; Conventional kennel accommodation; Heating. Part 11 Fanfare: Trade sign; Advertising; Telephone enquiries; Stationary; Local activities; Unlicensed competition. Part 12 Expanding Your Business: Increased capacity; Grooming services; Product sales; Puppy rearing; Quarantine kennels.

Additional information

GOR001346130
9780749436766
074943676X
Running Your Own Boarding Kennels: The Complete Guide to Kennel and Cattery Management by David Cavill
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Kogan Page Ltd
2001-12-15
176
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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