Previous ed.: 2005.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Facing the facts: A second career ; Gaining the knowledge ; Animal nursing ; Practical preparation ; Formal training ; The boarding cattery ; Taking responsibility for animals -- Finding your property: Location ; Boarding capacity ; Quarantine kennels ; Starting a new business ; Buying an existing business ; Boarding fees and licenses ; Owner's accommodation ; Financial enquiries -- Professional and other advice: Property ; Raising finance ; Business structure ; Free advice ; Solicitor ; Insurance ; Accounting ; Local officials and welfare officers and representatives -- Finance and running costs: Income ; Outgoings ; Value added tax ; Keeping accounts ; Getting the best deals ; Updating your knowledge -- Laws and orders - statutory requirements: The animal welfare act 2007 ; The animal boarding establishments act 1963 ; The diseases of animals (approved disinfectants) order 1978 (amended 1991 and updated 2004) ; Licensing authorities ; Liability for damage ; Retail trading ; Terms for boarding -- 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 -- 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 -- The daily round: Exercise ; Cleaning routine ; Mealtimes ; The kennel kitchen ; Beds and towels ; Taking stock ; Heating ; A word about computers ; Health record cards ; Grooming ; Reception area ; Arrivals and departures ; Enquiries ; Problems which may be encountered ; Veterinary surgeons' visits ; Final check -- Kennel Staff: Accommodation ; Staff training ; Checking-in ; Income tax and national insurance ; Contract of employment ; Health hazards -- Kennel buildings: Adapting existing property -- New designs ; Conventional kennel accommodation ; Heating ; Developments -- Fanfare: Trade sign ; Advertising ; Your website ; Telephone enquiries ; Stationery ; Local activities ; Unlicensed competition -- Expanding your business: Increased capacity ; Grooming services ; Product sales ; Puppy rearing ; Quarantine kennels -- Associated services: Introduction ; Pet sitting and dog walking ; Crèches ; Home boarding.

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