The Modern Dog Trainer Blog

The contributors on this blog have been in your shoes and we want to help you create a profitable dog training business. We’re here to show you how to start your dog training business, give you smart marketing tips, make day-to-day business operations simpler and more automated, and so much more!
Marketing Dos and Don’ts for Dog Trainers

Marketing Dos and Don’ts for Dog Trainers

After seeing these common trends in my clients, I thought it would be a good time to share these dos and don'ts so you don't find yourself wasting time or energy in these ways. DON'T Rely on Referrals for Business You always want to have a lead (new client) generation...

The Myth of Free Time as a Business Owner

The Myth of Free Time as a Business Owner

I don’t believe that business owners have “free time.”  No, that doesn’t mean that business owners can never rest. You don’t have to be productive 24/7. What I mean is that you need to have a solid understanding of what you’re doing throughout the day; otherwise,...

Necessity is the Mother of Invention

Necessity is the Mother of Invention

This community has been truly inspirational. As dog trainers, problem solving is an every-day practice. No two dogs and situations are the same. We're really good at taking our understanding of concepts and applying them to find creative solutions. It's thrilling to...

Those That Will Make It vs. Those That Won’t

Those That Will Make It vs. Those That Won’t

The recent events will permanently change the way companies do business. Whether you're small and local or a Fortune 100 company, you're re-evaluating your services, products, marketing, customer service, tools, and systems right now with a magnifying glass. The...

Dog Trainers and Coronavirus: How to Prepare

Dog Trainers and Coronavirus: How to Prepare

Coronavirus — it’s on everyone’s mind and at the forefront of almost all media outlets. This respiratory illness originated in China and quickly spread internationally. Coronavirus was officially categorized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) on...

How to Find a Mentor as a New Dog Trainer

How to Find a Mentor as a New Dog Trainer

There’s no one right way to become a dog trainer. Some aspiring trainers enroll in a formal education course (either online or in-person), but not all beginners have the resources to afford this kind of education.  Another popular and far less expensive method is...

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