The Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast
Dom Hodgson
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Dom Hodgson
▶ WebplayerJoin the UK's leading and most controversial pet business coach Dom Hodgson, as he goes off the leash and shares the business building secrets that will fix your pet business. If you are a dog trainer, dog walker or a dog groomer then this show will provide the marketing education you need to put your business growth on steroids.
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Nov 13, 2026 · 14:15
What if your next big profit opportunity wasn't squeezing more dogs into your daycare, but attracting them before they even need daycare? Could offering puppy classes create an…
Nov 6, 2026 · 21:19
Are you spending a fortune trying to attract new dog daycare clients while overlooking the ones you've already got? What would happen if you started recognising, rewarding and…
Oct 30, 2026 · 19:01
Why is it so easy to spend thousands on new kennels, software or equipment, but so difficult to invest in becoming a better business owner? Could the real reason you're avoiding…
Oct 23, 2026 · 12:13
Are you looking for someone to tell you what you want to hear… or what your pet business actually needs? Have you invested in courses, attended events and collected hundreds of…
Oct 16, 2026 · 18:27
Are you brilliant at looking after dogs… but still working seven days a week? Have you collected qualifications, improved your handling skills and become better and better at…
Oct 9, 2026 · 18:39
Are you adding enrichment activities to your services… or actually building a business where your whole team understands enrichment? Could there be dozens of opportunities inside…
Oct 3, 2026 · 19:15
Remember those goals you set at the start of the year? Are you on track to hit them… or did they quietly disappear somewhere around March? And with just 90 days of the year…
Sep 25, 2026 · 24:47
What can a dog daycare owner learn from someone enriching a polar bear, giraffe or chimpanzee? Are your enrichment activities actually designed to encourage natural behaviours……
Sep 11, 2026 · 18:40
Is your dog daycare still relying on all-day group play as the main reason clients bring their dogs to you? Are you giving enrichment away for free because you don't know how to…
Sep 4, 2026 · 22:05
Is your dog daycare still running on a business model that worked five or ten years ago? Are you cramming in more dogs, adding more staff, and working harder… only to watch your…
Aug 28, 2026 · 14:39
Do you know your pet business could be better… but you keep putting off the uncomfortable decisions? What happens when you stop trying to figure everything out alone and start…
Aug 21, 2026 · 24:59
Running a pet business is one of the most rewarding jobs in the world, but it can also be one of the lonliest... Who can you talk to who understands the business critical…
Aug 14, 2026 · 16:05
Are you busy, fully booked… and still wondering where all the money goes? Do you know your staff deserve better wages, your facility needs investment, and you should be taking…
Aug 7, 2026 · 14:08
Are your prices attracting the wrong kind of clients? Could charging more actually make your pet business more desirable? And how much is fear costing you every month you remain…
Jul 31, 2026 · 18:09
Are you drowning in ideas but struggling to decide what deserves your attention? Do you keep consuming more information without actually making meaningful progress? And what are…
Jul 24, 2026 · 15:23
Is your marketing full of facts, features, and offers… but completely lacking in personality? Are you letting AI-generated beige gruel make your pet business sound like everyone…
Jul 17, 2026 · 15:29
Are you creating content that actually builds trust… or just chasing likes, views, and followers? Why do some businesses last for centuries while others disappear almost…
Jul 10, 2026 · 18:07
Are you trying to push through the second half of the year on fumes? When was the last time you properly stepped away from the noise of your business? And could pressing pause…
Jul 3, 2026 · 23:13
Are you winging your accounts and hoping everything is in the right box? Do you know whether you should be a sole trader, limited company, or something else entirely? And could…
Jun 26, 2026 · 22:35
Where do your best business ideas actually come from? Are you looking outside the pet industry often enough… or just recycling the same tired advice as everyone else? And could…
Jun 19, 2026 · 23:47
Is your daycare safe, professional, certified… yet completely forgettable? Are you losing attention because your business looks and sounds like every other pet resort in town?…
Jun 12, 2026 · 25:13
Are you creating content that actually moves people closer to buying… or just posting because someone told you to? What happens when you stop copying bland AI-generated slop and…
Jun 5, 2026 · 22:31
Do you know your business needs to change… but keep putting off the big moves? What happens when you put ambitious dog daycare owners in a room and force them to think bigger?…
May 29, 2026 · 21:57
Why do so many dog daycare owners stay busy… but still feel broke? Why do some facilities make more money with fewer dogs than others? And what happens when you stop thinking…
May 22, 2026 · 24:41
Are you giving your best clients the kind of experience that makes them stay, spend, and refer? What can Disney, Club 33, and world-class direct marketers teach you about premium…
May 15, 2026 · 26:27
Are you creating content that actually attracts the right clients… or just posting because you feel you should? Do affluent dog owners really spend more on everything — or only…
May 8, 2026 · 20:09
Are you trying to fix your profit problem by adding more dogs through the door? What if the money you need is already sitting inside your existing client base? And how could a…
May 1, 2026 · 16:39
Are you stuck in the middle of the market… busy, stressed, and still not making enough money? Do you already have a handful of dream clients who buy everything, never complain,…
Apr 24, 2026 · 15:53
Are you busy, fully booked… and still not making the money you expected? Have you built a business that looks successful on the outside but feels exhausting on the inside? And…
Apr 17, 2026 · 15:47
Do you need more revenue in your business… but feel like everything takes too long to implement? What if you could flick a few simple "money switches" and see results this week?…
Apr 3, 2026 · 27:07
Who are the unsung heroes in your business… and are you doing enough to recognise them? Could the real growth in your company be coming from people, systems, or decisions you've…
Mar 27, 2026 · 21:37
Do you know what you want from your business… or are you still trying to keep too many plates spinning at once? What happens when you finally get ruthless about focus? And could…
Mar 20, 2026 · 22:51
Do you know your business could be better… but keep telling yourself you're too busy to fix it? Are you still relying on word of mouth and hoping things somehow improve on their…
Mar 13, 2026 · 21:11
Are you ambitious about growing your pet business but feel like you're missing the systems to actually make it happen? Have you been to the big industry conferences but walked…
Mar 7, 2026 · 22:43
Do you have the drive and ambition to take your business to the next level but struggle with consistency and accountability? Have you been to the bigger industry conferences but…
Feb 27, 2026 · 17:55
Ever wondered what a consultant such as myself could really offer to your business? Have you worked with a coach previously and think they're all the same? And how do other…
Feb 20, 2026 · 15:45
What really happens when you get 60+ ambitious pet business owners in a room together and get to work? Can two days away from work genuinely change the direction of your…
Feb 13, 2026 · 28:27
Is "luck" really holding your pet business back — or are you simply missing the right systems and opportunities? What can Disney teach you about making more money while creating…
Feb 6, 2026 · 19:49
What can a theme park teach you about building a more profitable, memorable, and sellable pet business? Why do some companies create loyal fans while others struggle to hold…
Jan 30, 2026 · 20:47
What separates pet businesses that are simply "good" from those people talk about, remember, and proudly recommend? Why do LIVE (in-person) experiences build deeper trust than…
Jan 23, 2026 · 21:27
Do you feel like you're doing everything "right" — yet still progress in your pet business is slow and frustrating? What if business growth didn't have to be a long, slow climb,…
Jan 16, 2026 · 21:43
What actually happens when ambitious pet business owners step away from their facilities and into a room built for growth? How do these businesses move faster in three months…
Jan 9, 2026 · 25:11
When was the last time you actually stopped to look at how far you've come in your business? What would change if you judged progress over three or five years — not the last…
Jan 2, 2026 · 27:13
What actually happens during a full, in-person pet business consultation day with Dom Hodgson? How does Dom spot hidden opportunities, fix leaks, and uncover an entirely new…
Dec 27, 2025 · 22:21
What happens when you build a successful pet business… but forget to build a life around it? Why do so many hardworking pet professionals stay busy, stressed, and tired — even…
Dec 19, 2025 · 25:05
What actually separates businesses that blend in with the crowd… from the ones that stand out? Why do some owners seem to escape the race to the bottom on price, while others…
Dec 13, 2025 · 22:02
What happens to your business when the economy shifts, jobs disappear, and your clients start feeling the pressure before you do? How resilient is your pricing, your positioning,…
Dec 5, 2025 · 22:41
What if you could transform your daycare into the Disney of your town, the place affluent owners brag about, pay more for, and refuse to leave? What would happen to your business…
Nov 28, 2025 · 27:25
What would happen if you stopped for a moment and actually looked at how far you've come in your business? How much easier would things feel if you recognised the wins, the…
Nov 21, 2025 · 19:35
Ever wondered what actually goes into launching a book that could reshape the way dog daycares think about enrichment? What happens when you return from a whirlwind U.S. expo,…
Nov 15, 2025 · 18:25
What really happens when you take your business across the pond and into one of the biggest pet care expos in the world? How do you turn an event stand into a sales machine,…
Nov 7, 2025 · 26:22
Ever wondered what breakthroughs are possible when you step away from the business and into a room full of people who "get it"? And what did a room full of those ambitious pet…
Oct 24, 2025 · 25:09
Still running your business with sticky notes, spreadsheets, and late-night messages? What if you could turn that chaos into a seamless system that saves you hours, grows your…
Oct 17, 2025 · 19:45
Are you still trying to fix your business problems alone because you're afraid of outside influence? What could change if you let a fresh pair of eyes look under the hood and…
Oct 10, 2025 · 20:31
Are you still treating enrichment like an optional extra instead of the core of your daycare experience? What would change in your business if you stopped cramming more dogs into…
Oct 3, 2025 · 19:35
Are you still treating enrichment like an optional extra instead of the foundation of your service? Do your clients really understand the experience you're selling—or are you…
Sep 26, 2025 · 13:53
Are you leaving money on the table by treating enrichment like an optional extra instead of a core service? Do you know how to package and price your enrichment services so they…
Sep 19, 2025 · 22:03
What do experienced pet business owners actually talk about behind closed doors at leadership events? Is it worth travelling across the Atlantic just to sit in a conference room…
Sep 12, 2025 · 21:53
What happens when you stop overthinking and get the allow fresh eyes on your business? Could a room full of equally ambitious pet pros be the key to your next big business leap?…
Sep 5, 2025 · 18:51
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at one of my Elite Mastermind events? Curious what top-tier pet business owners actually get out of two days in the room together?…
Aug 29, 2025 · 24:17
Are you blindly chasing every trend instead of doubling down on what actually works? Do you mistake creating aimless content for growing the reach of your business? And when was…
Aug 22, 2025 · 18:35
Are you juggling too many different projects - and getting nowhere fast while burning out? Do you keep tweaking things behind the scenes instead of just biting the bullet and…
Aug 15, 2025 · 17:43
Are you still doing every little task yourself - even though your business has doubled in size? Have you already hired help… only to find yourself even more stressed and…
Aug 8, 2025 · 21:33
Are you feeling boxed in by the same old daycare model, but unsure what to change? Ever wondered how a Midwest hotel with go-karts and water slides could teach you to sell more…
Aug 1, 2025 · 18:33
Are your prices still based on what your competitors charge… instead of what your service is worth? Are worried about rising costs, inflation and increased competition which…
Jul 25, 2025 · 17:23
What happens when you put thirty pet pros in a room and push them out of their comfort zone? Can just three days really shift your mindset, pricing expectations, and your entire…
Jul 19, 2025 · 20:15
Are you still undercharging… even though you know your service is worth more? Have you been "meaning to" launch a membership, but keep putting it off? And what would change in…
Jul 4, 2025 · 19:47
Are you the most pet biz expensive in town – or are still pretending premium pricing doesn't apply to you? BIG MISTAKE my friend! Is your 'modest' price actually holding your…
Jun 27, 2025 · 21:33
Do your staff really understand what enrichment is - or are they just nodding along and fluffing it? Are your handlers bought into your values, or just clocking in for another…
Jun 20, 2025 · 18:33
Ever wondered why most pet businesses stay stuck in the middle while a few rise to the top? What if you didn't have to "pay your dues" and could skip straight to the front of the…
Jun 13, 2025 · 22:53
Are you full of great ideas but unsure which one will actually grows your pet business? Do you keep launching new offers while ignoring the easy wins sitting right under your…
Jun 6, 2025 · 38:03
What do you do when your staff quit without warning - and your Indeed ad pulls in nothing but no-shows and duds? Is your hiring process actually attracting the right people - or…
May 30, 2025 · 16:04
What can a self-proclaimed Midwest trailer park kid teach you about building a million-dollar pet business empire? What's the right way to go from garage-grooming to a full-blown…
May 23, 2025 · 17:59
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your profits with outdated pricing? What's the real cost of keeping your fees just a little higher than your competitors'? And how can a smarter…
May 16, 2025 · 22:59
Can you really write the script of your own success story in the pet business world? What would happen if you planned a whole 12 months ahead instead of just 12 days? And how…
May 10, 2025 · 15:43
A short, sweet but very special (400th) episode this week. See, I debated putting together a big montage of past show clips, but in the end I decieded to share an intimate moment…
May 2, 2025 · 29:31
Ever wondered why the top business owners in any industry attend a mastermind every quarter? How can stepping into a hot seat in front of fellow owners change your business…
Apr 25, 2025 · 29:59
Are you hiring with confidence or just simply hoping for the best? Do you ever worry what would happen if your whole morning crew called in sick? Can you use automation to…
Apr 18, 2025 · 30:51
Something different in this weeks special episode, where I'm the guest - not the host! Amazing dog trainer Jamie Gerald invited me to join her international dog trainer book club…
Apr 11, 2025 · 23:51
Could your staffing costs be draining your profits? How do you scale pet care services without multiplying mistakes? What's the easiest way to increase profitability without…
Apr 4, 2025 · 26:49
Do you want a pet business that makes money without running you into the ground? What's the difference between a business that grows efficiently—and one that just gets busier?…
Mar 28, 2025 · 23:17
Are your staff stuck at a dead end with no room to grow? Could a simple enrichment tweak transform your team's motivation and retention? What if the key to attracting A+ hires…
Mar 21, 2025 · 17:19
Are you tired of posting job ads only to hear crickets… or worse, getting flooded with unqualified applicants who disappear after two shifts? Why does it seem like every other…
Mar 14, 2025 · 18:57
Are you relying too much on social media to attract clients? What's the secret to getting the best customers to refer you to their friends? And how can you ensure your business…
Mar 7, 2025 · 24:33
How do successful entrepreneurs make BIG breakthroughs in their pet business? More to the point, are you getting the help you need to elevate your thinking (and your vision, for…
Feb 28, 2025 · 31:11
Are you struggling to keep up as your pet business grows? Worried that hiring more staff will lead to more headaches, not more profit? Curious about the strategies top pet…
Feb 21, 2025 · 23:35
Are you working harder than ever but still not seeing the results you want? Have you moved on from 'best practices' and now need some new, innovative growth strategies? Wondering…
Feb 14, 2025 · 21:31
Are you still in love with your pet business - or has the spark started to fade? How can you make pet owners fall head over heels for your services and choose YOU over the…
Jan 31, 2025 · 27:52
What happens when you put some of the most ambitious dog daycare owners in one room for two days? What business breakthroughs did attendees walk away with—and how can you apply…
Jan 24, 2025 · 42:03
What's the secret to running a pet business that clients rave about? How do you charge premium prices and attract the best clients? And why does stepping away from your business…
Jan 17, 2025 · 26:59
What if you could finally stop being the bottleneck in your own business? How do you go from being hands-on, and worried about every little detail, to stepping back and still…
Jan 10, 2025 · 24:41
Are you sick and tired of dealing with penny pinching PITA customers who complain about your prices? Do you recognise that dogs need more than just a safe place to stay, but do…
Jan 3, 2025 · 35:47
What if you could transform your dog training methods with simple, science-backed techniques? How do operant and classical conditioning help you become a more effective trainer,…
Dec 27, 2024 · 37:39
What happens when you hire someone just like you - but can't coach them? How can you ensure that you learn from this years mistakes, so you don't repeat them in 2025? In this…
Dec 20, 2024 · 28:09
Are you ready to wind down from a busy year—but not sure how to switch off? Want to know how some of the top pet business owners are preparing to crush 2025? Curious about the…
Dec 13, 2024 · 46:13
Are you ready to turn the dreaded January slump into a booming start for 2025? Do you struggle to sell enrichment activities - or wonder if clients will pay for them at all? Want…
Dec 6, 2024 · 37:17
Have you started mapping out your 2025 pet business battle plan? Wondering what it really takes to attract affluent clients who are happy to pay top dollar? Have you planned out…
Nov 29, 2024 · 37:19
Have you heard of scent spaces? They're the hottest new trend taking doggy daycares by storm - and for good reason. These small but mighty rooms are turning unused spaces into…
Nov 22, 2024 · 36:13
Tired of digital overwhelm and craving real-world connections? Wondering how use live events to create loyalty that no Facebook campaign ever could? In this episode, I dive into…
Nov 15, 2024 · 49:30
Are you struggling to attract affluent clients who are willing to pay what your services are worth? Wondering how to position your daycare as the go-to premium provider in your…
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