Before you laugh — read this 👀 A dad of four in the UK spotted a trend blowing up in the US and decided to actually do something about it. He launched a dog waste removal service charging: - £30 first visit - £15 per week after that With 35 regular clients, working just 12 hours across 2 days a week, he’s pulling in around: 💷 £2,000 a month ⏱️ Nearly £44 per hour Most of his clients? ➡️ Elderly ➡️ Disabled ➡️ People who physically can’t manage garden clean-ups So this isn’t just “easy money”… it’s a problem-solving service. He’s even added grass cutting + disinfecting for extra income — stacking services for the same clients 🔁 💡 The real lesson here: You don’t need a fancy idea. You need: - A real problem - A clear audience - A simple service - Consistent customers This beats a 10-hour construction shift… and it started as a side hustle 😯 👇 Question for you: What boring, overlooked problem could you turn into reliable monthly income?

This week, a deeply upsetting case has hit the news — and it’s one that every pet owner and pet professional needs to pay attention to. A dog sitter, Owen Dempsey, was jailed after violently assaulting a grieving dog owner who had just been handed their dead pet… in a plastic bag. The sitter had advertised his services on Facebook. No professional checks. No licensing. No safeguarding. The dog’s owners were abroad when they received a FaceTime call telling them their 3-year-old French Bulldog had died. They flew home early in shock and grief, only to be handed their dog’s body — which was allegedly not frozen and already decomposing. When the owners questioned what had happened, the situation escalated into violence. The sitter has since: - Been jailed for 16 weeks - Been convicted of assault - Admitted breaching a community order for operating as an unlicensed dog boarder - Been described by probation as showing no remorse or willingness to change This case was heard at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court. ⚠️ Why This Matters (Especially for This Community) This isn’t about fear-mongering. It’s about standards, accountability, and professionalism. Too often we see: - “Dog sitter available” Facebook posts - No insurance - No licensing - No training - No oversight - No understanding of canine health, stress, or emergency protocols And when things go wrong? Owners are left devastated — and dogs pay the price. ✅ What Responsible Pet Care SHOULD Look Like Whether you’re a pet owner or a professional, these are non-negotiables: ✔️ Licensed where required ✔️ Fully insured ✔️ Clear emergency procedures ✔️ Transparent communication ✔️ Proper storage and handling in the event of a death ✔️ Emotional intelligence and professionalism in high-stress situations ✔️ A track record you can verify — not just a Facebook post 🐾 A Final Thought Loving dogs is not enough. Good intentions are not enough.

2026 isn’t about working harder. It’s about working smarter, doing work that actually matters, and building a life that fits around you. Here’s what DigiDogs is focused on this year 👇 ✨ Helping animal lovers escape jobs they hate Turning passion into real, sustainable income — without burnout. 🎓 Creating simple, practical online courses No fluff. No overwhelm. Just clear steps you can actually follow. 📚 Making education accessible Learning should fit around kids, work, health, and real life — not the other way around. 💻 Building digital income streams So your body doesn’t have to carry the business forever. 🤍 Supporting confidence, clarity & courage Because most people don’t fail from lack of ability — they fail from fear. 🌱 More freedom, less pressure More choice. More control. More time for the life you’re building all this for. If 2026 is the year you: • change direction • learn new skills • build something of your own • stop putting yourself last You’re in the right place 🐶💻 💬 Tell me — what’s your biggest goal for 2026?

Hey DigiDoggers! 👋🐾 I just wanted to jump on and give you a little update because I know I haven’t posted as much on here the past week or so. (Which I know is not like me!!) Life and business have both been FULL ON behind the scenes. Between running Sniffers, sorting staffing, planning new services, interviewing dog trainers, organising events, managing growth targets, planning an refurb at the dog daycare and juggling family life… it’s been a whirlwind. 😂 But don’t worry - I’m still here, still building, still creating, and still obsessed with helping you all grow your pet businesses. 🌟 What’s been happening - Lots of interviews and behind the scenes decisions for daycare and dog walking. - We have a whole new team of dog walkers who I’ve been trialling and training this week! - Planning new training services and still recruiting for a dog trainer - Working on my own business growth targets - Managing some personal life bits (mum life never stops 💛) - Creating new content and resources for you 🐶 so what’s coming next… I’ve got fresh content, new lessons, and some super practical tools coming very soon. There are also a few surprises I think you’ll love. 👀 💬 In the meantime… Tell me in the comments: What’s one thing you’re working on this week in your business? I’ll jump in and give you support where I can. Thanks for being patient with me. You’re all incredible and I love seeing how committed you are to growing your businesses. We’re in this together 💛🐾✨ — Jess

Most people start a pet business because they love animals. That part is easy. The struggle usually comes from everything else 👇 🚩 Common problems I see again and again: - Undercharging because they feel guilty asking for money - Being busy but still not earning enough to live - No systems → chaotic bookings, messages, and cancellations - Poor boundaries with clients (late pick-ups, last-minute changes) - Burnout from doing everything themselves - Feeling like a “bad person” for wanting profit 💡 Here’s the truth: Loving animals doesn’t automatically make you good at running a business and that’s okay. Pet businesses fail not because people don’t care… …but because no one teaches them how to: - Price properly - Set boundaries - Build predictable income - Protect their energy - Run it like a business without losing their heart ✨ You don’t need to work harder. You need better structure, clarity, and confidence. 👇 Let’s talk: What part of running a pet business do you find hardest right now? (Reply below - chances are, you’re not alone 💛)