Whether just starting your daycare career or a seasoned veteran in the industry, this book provides proven techniques to give you a blueprint for success. You will discover Basic information for starting a dog daycare including business resources, licensing information, zoning guidance, and legal, financial, and insurance concerns for the daycare owner. Forms and record-keeping materials needed to operate a daycare. How to provide a safe and stimulating environment that keeps the dogs healthy and happy and the staff safe. Optional money-making services that daycare centers can provide. Troubleshooting ideas including how to handle clients with aggressive dogs, dealing with contagious diseases, and expelling dogs from daycare. How to monitor the relationship within a group of dogs and identify control measures that can be used to maintain stability.