Nathan’s Paw Blog
Insights and Tips for Pet Business Success

The 8 Core Skills You Should Look For in a Heart-Led Mentor
Because your business deserves support rooted in care, not ego. Let’s be honest - choosing a mentor can feel a bit daunting. Maybe you’ve been burnt before. Maybe you’re scrolling through people who seem more focused on “six-figure secrets” than actually seeing you....

The Guilt-Free Guide to Taking Time Off in Your Pet Biz (Because Rest Is Productive Too)
Or: “Yes, You’re Allowed a Holiday. No, the World Won’t End.” Hands up if the thought of taking time off makes you feel a bit twitchy. “What if I lose clients?” “What if I miss a booking?” “What if Mrs. Jones’ cockapoo spirals into existential crisis without me?!”...

Overwhelmed & Overthinking? You’re Not the Only One
Running a pet business isn’t just about leads and harnesses. It’s about you too—your brain, your boundaries, and your bloody mental load. In one of my recent Grad Club check-ins, a lovely mentee shared something I hear a lot: “I feel like I’m constantly overthinking...

Feeling Busy but Getting Nowhere? The Real Cost of Time Wasters in Your Pet Business
Or: “Stop Doing These Things If You Ever Want a Day Off” You know that feeling when you’ve been “busy” all day… but you still have 15 things left on your list, dinner’s a write-off, and you can’t remember the last time you had a proper weekend? Yeah. That. When you...

You’re Not Just a Pet Pro – You’re a Business Owner (And That’s Why You’re Tired)
Or: “You Wanted a Pet Business… Now You’re Also the Accountant, Marketer & CEO” So, you started a pet business—maybe you’re walking dogs, sitting cats, training pups, or doing a lovely mix of all three. You imagined your days would be full of waggy tails, belly...

Why Every Business Owner Needs a Mentor (Yep, Even You)
— A casual chat about why going it alone isn’t always the smartest move... Let me start with a little truth bomb: running a business is a wild ride. One minute you’re feeling like a total boss, smashing your goals and colour-coding your planner like the productivity...

Procrastination: The Art of Avoiding Everything (and How to Stop Doing It)
You know that feeling when you’ve got a to-do list longer than a Great Dane’s legs, but suddenly reorganising your sock drawer becomes urgent? Yeah, me too. Welcome to Procrastination Station—where we all have a first-class ticket to Getting Nothing Done. The good...

Core Values of Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd
At Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd, our mission is to empower pet professionals to grow successful, ethical, and compassionate businesses. Our core values reflect our commitment to animal welfare, professional integrity, and mentorship excellence. Compassion We are...

Core Brand Pillars of Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd
At Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd, our brand pillars represent the foundation of who we are, how we support our community, and the promises we uphold for every mentee and their business journey. Expertise We provide science-based, force-free business mentoring...

Mission & Vision Statements of Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd
Mission Statement of Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd: At Dog Walking Business Mentor Ltd, our mission is simple: to empower pet professionals to build thriving, ethical businesses that prioritise animal welfare, client trust, and personal fulfilment. With honesty,...