A lot has been happening on our home front!

[delidog]

That is strange...how did our two messages get melted together like that...
well anyway...i hope that candy reads both!!!

[Dixieland Dancer]

Thanks for the well wishes everyone! I really need all the prayers and positive thought I can get over the next several months. We are going tomorrow with a professional real estate agent to determine zoning and insurance regulations. There is a small creek that flows on the property and I guess we have to get extra insurance because of the danger of flooding in the area. It will be worth it though because I know my guys will just love playing in the creek in the summer time. (I know it's not the beach, Deli but you have to start somewhere!).

Boy, I just feel so excited because I'm going to school to get certified for teaching obedience (I already teach but I will be able to put PROFESSIONAL Dog Trainer to the business cards!) and we are actually moving forward with plans to open a doggie daycare center!!! What more could I ask for? NOTHING!!!!

[Cincy'sMom]

We'll be praying all goes well in your new adventure! How exciting! If the success of the place we take our girls to daycare is any indication, you should have no problems!!! They take a maxium 50 dogs/day and sometimes have to turn them away! They have a good website with pictures and ifo if you are interested....

Pups 'n People

[gini]

How wonderful to have your dream come true, Candy, and for all of us to share in the joy of watching it happen for you. Please keep us posted and I am sure that everything will just fall into place. It is meant to be!

[Dixieland Dancer]

Originally posted by Cincy'sMom
We'll be praying all goes well in your new adventure! How exciting! If the success of the place we take our girls to daycare is any indication, you should have no problems!!! They take a maxium 50 dogs/day and sometimes have to turn them away! They have a good website with pictures and ifo if you are interested....

Pups 'n People

Your daycare center looks great! And I have heard of the instructor through obedience circles although I wouldn't know her to see her. How many times a week do your girls go? I didn't see any prices listed on the website. If you don't mind, can you tell me what you pay? We are still trying to figure this part of the business plan out.

Thanks for the link!!! We have been doing a lot of research!

[AdoreMyDogs]

Candy, I could not be more happy for you! This is a huge new step in your life towards your all-time dream. I have a lot of respect for you for working to make it a reality, even though it meant some sacrifices and overcoming fears. Wow. You go, girl! If I was in your area, I would surely take my two to your new place of business once you get it up and going. I am so happy for you! Congrats again!

[anna_66]

I'm so excited for you, all your dreams on the verge of coming true!
I hope & pray all goes well, with everything. Good Luck!

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

I somehome missed this thread.

Candy, I am sooooooooo excited for you!! Wow! How wonderful! I bet you can't wait to get started! I am certain that you will keep us posted on the progress of your progress.

[K9karen]

WOW! That's SUPER news, Candy! I admire you for fulfilling your dream!! Couldn't happen to a nicer, sweeter person!!!!

[Albea]

Originally posted by Dixieland Dancer

If you don't mind, can you tell me what you pay? We are still trying to figure this part of the business plan out.

Candy,
The doggie daycare places I know about charge between $ 25.00 and $ 40.00 a day, with special rates for weekly stays and more than one dog. You may already have done this, but in case you haven't, Google has hundreds of entries on the subject. It seems like the rates depend on the size of the city/town. The one in my town charges $ 30.00 a day; I only take Carina there for grooming and the price for that is $ 40.00.
Having a creek in the property sounds wonderful. The pups will have so much fun in the summer!

[Sudilar]

Candy, I just love watching your dream come true!!! I wish you were located in my area, though. Killi and Shi would love it there!! Best wishes and good luck to you. Please keep us updated. Woohoo!!