Today in the 'Dogs and Business' section we feature Rhiannon who runs Rhi's Paw Patrol based in beautiful Casuarina, NSW.
Rhiannon's services are dog walking & training/socialisation . This includes group and individual dog walks, controlled socialisation, training, plus she welcomes all breeds and temperaments.
We asked Rhi to answer the following questions about dogs and business + plus a couple extra just for fun!
What is the 'why' behind what you do, of course apart from being around dogs all day?
I have been around dogs and animals my whole life. My mum used to rescue/foster cats & dogs and I always knew I would work with dogs because I had a connection with them. After spending 8 years in a corporate job I decided i'd had enough of doing something I hated and wanted to do something I loved. Here I am 4 years later and have created my dream job!
2. If you only had the opportunity to give one piece of advice to dog owners what would it be?
Make sure you are prepared for a life long commitment of training, walking, feeding and researching before you buy/adopt. Honestly...this is a crap question because I have so much more to say than one piece of advice. It's true..sorry Rhi lol
3. What is a common mistake you see people make in the relationship with their dog?
Thinking that a 6 week puppy class is all the training you need. Training a dog should be part of your everyday routine.
4. What is a challenging aspect of running your own business?
Being able to say 'no' to work...hence why I work 7 days a week!
5. What is a rewarding aspect of running your own business?
Working for myself and being able to spend as much time as I want with each dog or group of dogs :)
6. How many dogs do you have and what are their names?
5 dogs - Sasha, Jenna, Kora (Rottweilers), Indi (Pit bull) and Khan (Dogo Aregentino/Pit bull).
7. Who is a business/person you follow that inspires you?
To be honest John from Man's Best Friend would have to be who has changed my perspective on dogs and training. He inspires me everyday to be a better dog mom and run my business to the highest standard with my dogs.
8. Tea or Coffee?
Coffee for sure!
9. What is something people may not know about you?
I am absolutely in love with heavy metal and 80's/90's rock.
Thank you to Rhiannon for taking the time to answer our questions. Fore more information on Rhi's Paw Patrol you can visit here to keep up to date. If you want to see some happy furbabies on their walks we do recommend checking out Rhi's socials.
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