Finished another chapter towards building our Doggy Care business

21/11/2018

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36 weeks of classes to graduate with a Certificate in Small Business Management & Project Management.

I am very pleased to have concluded another step that has definitely made me more confident about managing my own business.

Anyone interested in doing this course, just go to Te Wananga o Aotearoa‘s website and look for CSBM (Certificate in Small Business Management & Project Management).

The course is totally free and very thorough. We have all the support from our lovely and dedicated teacher Julie Falls-Anderson.

Here’s a video of my final presentation to take you through the journey of designing the project that led to the start of my own Dog Care Service business.

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They both loved their time away and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rocky and Co as a home away from home for dogs.","open_graph_story":{"id":"10156924836006794"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"3099112103450504","name":"Heidi Connolly","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=3099112103450504&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQq5NcGL5yppNTp","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-11-19T06:42:12+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Hamlet loves going to Rocky & Co, which makes it very easy on us to go away. He\u2019s stayed twice now and this time when we went to drop him off he couldn\u2019t wait to join his friends lined up at the window! He got to go for a ride to pick up his besty from last visit and always comes home happy and exhausted. Highly recommend Anna & Blair as dog lovers and carers. He has learnt heaps about dog interaction from his stays, always seems a bit better behaved too! It\u2019s great getting updates about the fun they all have, makes you feel like he\u2019s having a great holiday too!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10157571179280516"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"3376400772401346","name":"Mandie Dossinger","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=3376400772401346&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeRa4pvvgKTQ_3tC","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-11-19T02:56:16+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Milly loves her walks with Anna and i love the updates i get from Anna too!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10159068631842598"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2501006683354209","name":"Aliana Regos","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2501006683354209&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQqfjJeDorem-g_","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-11-18T18:43:20+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Our dog Bud loves these guys, they give him so much love - the best home away from home!\nCan\u2019t recommend Rocky & Co enough.\n\ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffb\ud83d\udcaf","open_graph_story":{"id":"10157573852432226"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2456292504436190","name":"Travis Hodgkinson","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2456292504436190&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeRiTq5iVQvLYGHA","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-11-18T07:49:00+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Recommend Anna to anyone!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10214138746293676"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2819897188042742","name":"Erica Afonso","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2819897188042742&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeSpLvCJWsMgpN_n","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-11-11T03:59:38+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Anna & the team are amazing!!! The care and love they give to their pet guests (and humans too \ud83d\ude0a) are extraordinary. My dogs love to stay with them and I know they are in very good hands. Can't recommend them enough. 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It is a heartwarming peace of mind to be able to check in and watch Spud having fun in their backyard. Anna is also awesome at posting regular updates on her Facebook page and being open for communication at any time of the day.\nAfter such a great homestay experience, Spud will now attend daycare regularly.\n\nThank you so much Rocky & Co, we love you!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10157160320663800"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2139729026144357","name":"Natasha Harris","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2139729026144357&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeTdyiWqZ-3V2YPk","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-04-26T00:10:41+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"The best ,most loving \ud83e\udd70 and incredible day care . We absolutely love you and thank you very much.\nI recommend Rocky & Co in a heart beat \u2764\ufe0f\u2764\ufe0f","open_graph_story":{"id":"10156114474871003"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2164518533569023","name":"Jude White","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2164518533569023&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeSiHLybeTWwKWGg","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-04-11T04:58:26+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Their Wonderful Care and Love. Have used them quite a few times. Our dog just runs and plays as soon as we take him there. He does not bother to say Goodby to us.You are Wonderful. 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Stella loves going there and I have complete trust in Anna that she will give her as much love as we do :) Stella is looking forward to her Easter holiday with you guys! x","open_graph_story":{"id":"10161942667050037"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2885575604787688","name":"Sally Greenwood","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2885575604787688&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQR1an5vb3sQR7u","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-03-13T07:43:04+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"My needy boy Monty recently spent 8 days with Anna at Rocky & Co. Pet Care. I couldn't have chosen a better home substitute. He was treated as one of the family and loved the walks and playtime with the other dogs. Anna is such a dedicated dog lover - she even slept in the lounge with Monty one night because he was unsettled - definitely above and beyond expectations. \nI don't hesitate in recommending Rocky & Co and Monty will definitely stay there again.\nTHANK YOU ANNA AND BLAIR.","open_graph_story":{"id":"10157011049919920"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"1888416381287533","name":"Kheu Istem","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=1888416381287533&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeR-a8ZRwMZ0MRkK","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-02-27T20:32:59+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"She's passionate about animals, but more than that, responsible and has knowledge about how to take care of them.","open_graph_story":{"id":"2305510123026015"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2724489744258389","name":"Kendra Wilkie Street","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2724489744258389&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQ62F7X4QhQ8Fqj","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-02-26T19:27:25+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Anna and Blair are the best substitute for home for our super needy spaniel Frankie. We've tried kennels and our dog always came back a stressed out nightmare. But at Rocky and Co, he's loved, he's hugged, he plays with other dogs, he's treated like a Prince and he doesn't want to leave at the end of his visit. Looking forward to his next visit!!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10156714906130269"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"1910905779020594","name":"Lynn Godwin Sessa","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=1910905779020594&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeSvYaU1vsIFBDgJ","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-02-13T22:37:03+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Anna is warm and caring and the dogs can feel that. Olive felt very at home with her and I would not want to leave her anywhere else.","open_graph_story":{"id":"778571135841430"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2272760402775720","name":"Robyn Moses","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2272760402775720&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQ9D58EwZZ0JNPq","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-01-08T00:51:13+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"If I was a dog it would be like going to heaven to spend time with Rocky & Co while mum is away. I mean whats not to like adventurous long walks over new terrain, swimming, playing, meeting new friends and cuddling up with Rocky and Co in the lounge (or bed) at the end of a fun day. No hesitation ever at leaving my pooches in the care of Rocky & Co, highly recommend this service.","open_graph_story":{"id":"1814587892001965"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2260710117296785","name":"Michelle Mccleely","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2260710117296785&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQ5fIrgD3YdOf47","width":120}}},"created_time":"2019-01-03T00:59:30+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Buddy loved his time at rocky & co. pet care, he came home absolutely shattered from all the play. We love the photos of him and being able to watch him having a blast while we were away. Would reccomend over kennels anyday!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10217951463919057"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2093123370773293","name":"Al Tideswell","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2093123370773293&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQNod2gmUQ5yna2","width":120}}},"created_time":"2018-12-22T23:03:24+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"mickey only gets the best thats why he holidays at rockies when me and liz are on holiday 100\u0025 trust with him staying at rocky pet care","open_graph_story":{"id":"286589591993394"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2714445815239742","name":"Marie OConnell","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2714445815239742&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeSokaikRJhQ5Yan","width":120}}},"created_time":"2018-12-17T01:40:49+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Back at the beginning of 2017 I was getting prepared to move from Christchurch to Auckland to take up a new job. With a dog and cat in tow I was having a lot of difficulty finding somewhere to rent and was beginning to get desperate.\nI had followed Anna for several years on Facebook as she had been recommended to me as a great dog sitter. Not long after Anna and Blair moved out to the country I took Jack out for a visit to see how he would fit in with the prospect of me having some time away.\nThis was now a situation where I realised I needed to rehome Jack. I got in touch with Anna and after she and Blair had a discussion they decided they would take him on and adopt him. Jack was on anti-depressants as a result of the earthquakes, would nip males and hated the vet! He went to them with issues.\nJack has lived with Anna and Blair since February 2017 and I was very sad to give him up and say goodbye. But, Anna has kept me informed and up-to-date with his progress via Facebook and I have been able to follow his amazing progress and transformation because of the time and effort that has been put into his impeccable care and the love afforded to him.\nJack is very fortunate to be a full member of their family with Rocky and Wookie too! Even though I miss Jack terribly he has a wonderful full life with a great family and I feel included.\nThank you so much Anna & Blair!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10157032361994695"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2305028659515947","name":"Jess Tait","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2305028659515947&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeSwVOb9lBLAtKjE","width":120}}},"created_time":"2018-12-12T08:09:24+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"I would highly recommend Anna she is a wonderful lady and amazing with dogs. She always took the best care of our giant labradoodle Jack, I swear he was more excited to see her than us sometimes!\nYour doggy will be in the best hands with Anna and be well loved and pampered in your absence \ud83d\ude00","open_graph_story":{"id":"10155616666231331"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2608740419198884","name":"Pau Lester","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2608740419198884&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeT1gzcP4r7UnQHa","width":120}}},"created_time":"2018-09-22T02:25:55+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"Anna will make sure your furry family feels like home while you are away. She is the best!","open_graph_story":{"id":"10156445221441405"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2358759824175757","name":"Dawn Robinson-Bailey","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2358759824175757&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQwIZuKeo0CGGEe","width":120}}},"created_time":"2018-08-30T03:07:55+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"We are so grateful to have found Anna and her fur babies at Rocky & co pet care, Lily and sky love going to have play days and sleep overs, they are truly looked after and spoilt. they looking forward to the next day care and then the Christmas holidays .. highly recommend \ud83c\udfc6\ud83d\ude01","open_graph_story":{"id":"10156737238683631"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2113478735376850","name":"Jess Harrison","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2113478735376850&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeR_Mzs3pUDFnoWe","width":120}}},"created_time":"2018-08-29T10:01:11+0000","recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"100\u0025 love taking our dogs out to Anna and Blair! They get so excited when we say we are heading out there. \n\nWe have taken our dogs out there for over 3 years now and I will for as long as they keep dog sitting!! \n\nAnna and Blair treat our puppies exactly how we treat them at home. We feel like our 2 are so safe, loved and cared for when they are out there. 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Awesome job highly recommended","open_graph_story":{"id":"775713469222751"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"1518440278212191","name":"Fiona Bester","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=1518440278212191&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeRfGF8Q55VirzmZ","width":120}}},"created_time":"2015-01-22T19:17:43+0000","rating":5,"recommendation_type":"positive","open_graph_story":{"id":"10152583674366641"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"2494133910656741","name":"Donna Stanger","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=2494133910656741&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeQ4DSefIjSk8lVs","width":120}}},"created_time":"2015-01-22T09:07:54+0000","rating":5,"recommendation_type":"positive","review_text":"I have no hesitation recommending Anna & Rocky Pet Care. Anna is so kind hearted and just loves pets of all kinds as though they are a member of her family. Rocky loves having new friends to play or simply sit with and gets along with everyone as he has such a gentle nature. \n\nGive Anna a call today to discuss your pet sitting needs. You won't be disappointed!!","open_graph_story":{"id":"653082311480537"}},{"reviewer":{"id":"1796236567148827","name":"Blair Grierson","picture":{"data":{"height":120,"is_silhouette":false,"url":"https:\/\/platform-lookaside.fbsbx.com\/platform\/profilepic\/?psid=1796236567148827&height=120&width=120&ext=1582957022&hash=AeT1zdrVqO9dDgnO","width":120}}},"created_time":"2015-01-22T08:49:49+0000","rating":5,"recommendation_type":"positive","open_graph_story":{"id":"10152727751924891"}}]}
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