Want to Start a Dog Treat Business? Check This Out First

<p>In this episode of Time We Discuss, we’re exploring what it’s really like to start and run a gourmet dog treat business with Angela Borne.</p><p>What began as a homemade solution for her own dog eventually grew into a part time business, farmers market operation, online store, retail partnerships, and physical storefront.</p><p>Angela shares what she has learned about:</p><ul><li>Turning a hobby into a business</li><li>Why packaging can make or break your pricing</li><li>Expanding from dog treats into custom pupcakes</li><li>Using social media to build a brand before you even launch</li><li>Selling through Etsy, Shopify, farmers markets, and a storefront</li><li>Building partnerships with local pet businesses</li><li>Why you should look for funding at the beginning</li><li>The importance of time management</li><li>Whether you actually need a business degree</li><li>Expanding into the cat treat market</li></ul><p>We also talk about the realities of profitability, including why a high gross margin does not necessarily mean a high personal income for the business owner.</p><p>If you’ve ever wondered whether you could turn your love of dogs, baking, or entrepreneurship into a business, this conversation offers a behind the scenes look at what it actually takes.</p><p>Is running a gourmet dog treat business the right career for you?</p><p>Watch the episode and decide for yourself.</p><p>=================================================================</p><p>Timestamp:<br>0:00 - Intro<br>0:29 - Why Create a Gourmet Dog Treat Business?<br>2:07 - Can Selling Dog Treats be Profitable?<br>4:07 - Setting the Right Price and Packaging<br>5:46 - Adding New Products<br>7:15 - Best Ways to Advertise a Dog Business<br>10:06 - Going From Online to Physical Storefront<br>13:04 - Partnering with Local Pet Stores<br>14:57 - Best Kept Business Secret<br>17:47 - Education Needed to Have a Dog Treat Business<br>20:02 - What About Gourmet Cat Treats?<br>23:06 - Brandy Smith LeCours (Enchanted Flour Bake Shop)<br>23:27 - Angela Borne Talks Animal Allergies and Food<br>24:39 - Episode Highlights<br>28:09 - Expected Growth for the Pet Foods Industry<br>29:07 - Outro</p><p>=================================================================</p><p>Guest Information:</p>Angela Borne<br><ul><li><a href="https://applevilletreats.com">Appleville Treats Website</a></li></ul><h2>Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:</h2><ul><li><a href="https://timewediscuss.com/careers/grant-writer/">Grant Writing for Beginners, Become a Grant Writer and Work at Home</a></li><li><a href="https://timewediscuss.com/career-summaries/fall-businesses-to-start-now/">Fall Is Coming! Start One Of These 5 Businesses Today!</a></li><li><a href="https://timewediscuss.com/careers/pool-business/">Dallin Huso, Successful Flamingo Pool Business in Arizona from Nothing</a></li><li><a href="https://timewediscuss.com/careers/dog-trainer/">Dog Trainer Career Guide: What It Is Like to Be a Dog Trainer</a></li><li><a href="https://timewediscuss.com/careers/home-bakery-enchanted-flour-bakery/">Pro. Baker Career Guide: What It's Really Like Running a Home Bakery</a></li></ul><p>=================================================================</p><p>Time We Discuss Links:</p><p>Official Website: <a href="https://timewediscuss.com">Time We Discuss Website</a><br>Original Music: <a href="https://www.danswift.com">Original Music furnished by Dan Swift</a><br>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdZGDrAgPYRcHeZk698tGfg?sub_confirmation=1">Time We Discuss on YouTube</a><br>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7HPIU4UX6p2GLKMxUuDMcP">Time We Discuss on Spotify</a><br>Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/time-we-discuss/id1758227633">Time We Discuss on Apple Podcasts</a><br>More Podcast Platforms: <a href="https://timewediscuss.com/podcast">Time We Discuss Podcast on Other Platforms</a><br>Twitter/X: <a href="https://twitter.com/timewediscu