Pet Services

Business opportunities providing services to pet owners beyond veterinary care. These include memorial services, portraits, walking services and holiday accommodation options.

A Day in the Life of Professional Dog Walker

Sylvia shares what it's really like running her own dog walking business, from building trust with clients to managing safety with multiple dogs.

A History of Taxidermy

From ancient hunting rituals to Victorian parlours, taxidermy evolved as both a scientific tool and bizarre art form over thousands of years.

Dog Training as a Business

Help your dog training business get off the ground by learning what skills, training and services you actually need.

How to Become a Dog Groomer

Get trained and start a dog grooming career without years of study, here's what the job involves and how to get qualified.

Pet Cemeteries: Who Runs Them and Why?

Pet cemetery operators prioritize dignified farewells and proper memorials for beloved animals through professional services and industry standards.

Pet Friendly Holiday Services

Take your pets on holiday instead of leaving them in kennels, with plenty of UK options from hotels to cottages that welcome animals.

Pet Portraits: Interview with an Pet Artist

We talked to artist Michelle Diprose about painting pet portraits, from beloved dogs and cats to some truly unusual animals.

Pet Shows: What Jobs Are Available?

Pet shows across the UK hire seasonal workers for judging, stewarding, building courses and general help, with no experience necessary.

Pet Sitting and Dog Walking as a Career

Turn your love of animals into a flexible job as a pet sitter or dog walker, but know what it takes to build a real income.

Working in Pet Bereavement Support and Counselling

Losing a pet can be devastating. For many people, the grief feels just as real and painful as losing a human family member.