If the training improves upon an existing skill you have which is related to your business then yes, you can claim training as an expense. If you are learning something new, or not directly related to your business then no, you cannot claim the expense. For the avoidance of doubt let’s go straight to what […]
In addition to taking very careful precautions during extreme weather conditions, it’s also wise to make some adjustments to your vehicle, your routine and your equipment during the warmer weather generally. Let’s take a look at some top warm weather tips from pro dog walkers. Check the dog’s water at home. Either when collecting the
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When you’re new to self employment it can be hard to take time off work.Whatever stage your business is at will define what makes this difficult. New business excuses for not taking a holiday Not really working full time hours anywayScared of losing the few clients you haveScared you’ll miss out on booking new clients
With rising petrol and diesel prices we’ve all got an eye on the fuel gauge at the moment and will be wondering how to save fuel. Increasing costs mean lower profits and with rising energy prices in our homes as well, everyone is really feeling the pinch right now (Including our customers). Small changes and
Lots of owners use extendable leads and might leave them out for their dog walkers to use. In the context of a group walk, retractable leads are going to cause issues getting tangled up, wrapping around legs and possibly causing injuries to you, your dogs and the general public. But for solo walks where the
Choosing a treat to carry on your dog walks might not be as easy as grabbing whatever is in your own house before starting your collections for the day. Rewarding those recalls is important so not only does it need to be high value, but also economical for you, as a business, to buy. So
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What is the yellow dog project in the UK? The yellow dog scheme UK (or yellow dog project) was introduced in 2012 to help owners of dogs who, for whatever reason, need space when walking their dogs. By using a bright yellow ribbon, collar or I need space lead cover, identifiable item seen from a
If you use a car for your dog walking business then you’re going to want to not only keep your dogs as safe as possible whilst travelling but also make sure you’re complying with the law. In the UK the highway code rule 57 states;“When in a vehicle make sure dogs or other animals are
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As dog walkers, we deal with the same basic training issues daily. I wasn’t a dog trainer when I started my dog walking business, so having a basic knowledge of how dogs learn and how I could apply that to the issues dog walking presents would have been helpful. How dogs learn In its simplest
A first aid certificate is a must have for any dog walker, from cut paws to seizures, choking to bee stings, it’s best to be prepared for any eventuality. Courses tend to be primarily information based rather than hands-on which makes them ideal for online learning but there are plenty of in-person courses available too
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