Best Dom Hodgson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 426 – Mission Enrich Launch Week: A Sneak-Peak at the Book and the Movement It's Sparking… 19:35

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Ever wondered what actually goes into launching a book that could reshape the way dog daycares think about enrichment? What happens when you return from a whirlwind U.S. expo, jump straight into coaching calls, and then dive headfirst into recording your next audiobook? And what is it about enrichment that has daycare owners buzzing, levelling up, …

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Episode 425: The Hershey Debrief: Enrichment Wins, Book Launch Buzz, and Behind-the- Scenes Highlights from the Expo 18:25

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What really happens when you take your business across the pond and into one of the biggest pet care expos in the world? How do you turn an event stand into a sales machine, attract 20+ new members, and launch a brand-new book in the middle of it all? And what does it take to keep your energy (and sanity) when you're juggling clients, speaking gigs…

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Episode 424: The Biggest Breakthroughs from the 2025 Doggy Daycare Business Bootcamp- Pricing Wins, Positioning & Profit Power Plays 26:22

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Ever wondered what breakthroughs are possible when you step away from the business and into a room full of people who "get it"? And what did a room full of those ambitious pet pros learn that helped them raise prices, specialise, and start leading their clients (instead of being led by them)? Did you see we missed last week's episode and wonder if …

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How does GA4 help drive SEO strategy? 47:43

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In this episode, we’re talking about how GA4 can shape smarter SEO strategy, from identifying the pages that actually drive engagement and conversions, to analysing user journeys to refine internal linking and content priorities, and using event-based data to understand which SEO efforts are truly moving the needle. Joining our host David Bain for …

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Episode 423: The Pawpal Story, The All-in-One Pet Care Booking App that Solves your Business Scheduling Woes 25:09

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Still running your business with sticky notes, spreadsheets, and late-night messages? What if you could turn that chaos into a seamless system that saves you hours, grows your profits, and upsells clients automatically? And what happens when a dog daycare grows 200x in size—and creates the tech to make it all work? In this week's episode, I sit dow…

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Episode 422: Stop Going It Alone: Why Smart Dog Daycare Owners Get Help (and Stubborn Ones Stay Stuck) 19:45

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Are you still trying to fix your business problems alone because you're afraid of outside influence? What could change if you let a fresh pair of eyes look under the hood and point out what you're missing? And how much faster would you grow if you stopped winging it and started working with people who've already been where you want to go? In this w…

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Episode 421: Enrichment In Pet Care Isn't the Future… It's the Now: Big Takeaways from the 2025 Pet Care Enrichment Summit 20:31

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Are you still treating enrichment like an optional extra instead of the core of your daycare experience? What would change in your business if you stopped cramming more dogs into the yard — and started charging more for a deeper, more meaningful day? And how much easier would life be if your staff, clients, and dogs were all on board with the same …

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Episode 420: Why Enrichment is the Golden Key: How Smart Daycares Are Charging More and Delivering Better 19:35

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Are you still treating enrichment like an optional extra instead of the foundation of your service? Do your clients really understand the experience you're selling—or are you still stuck flogging time blocks? And if enrichment is mandatory in zoos, why are so many daycares still offering the bare minimum? Great questions, which all get answered on …

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Thought Leadership and SEO 44:36

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Many businesses focus solely on keywords, overlooking a powerful strategy that can unlock long-term SEO success: thought leadership. By consistently sharing valuable insights and establishing yourself as an expert, you can attract a loyal audience, earn high-quality backlinks, and boost your search rankings. In this webinar, we’ll show you how to i…

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Episode 419: The Future is Enrichment: What to Expect at This Year's Pet Care Enrichment Summit 13:53

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Are you leaving money on the table by treating enrichment like an optional extra instead of a core service? Do you know how to package and price your enrichment services so they actually make you money? And wouldn't it help to see what's working right now for daycares, trainers, and even zookeepers around the world? In this episode, I lift the lid …

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418: Lessons Learned at the Dog Handler Academy Leadership Summit (Plus, 2025 Pet Care Enrichment Summit Sneak Peak…) 22:03

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What do experienced pet business owners actually talk about behind closed doors at leadership events? Is it worth travelling across the Atlantic just to sit in a conference room with people you could speak to on Zoom? And do you ever feel like you know what you need to do, but can never work out how to take action? In this episode, I give you an ex…

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Episode 417: The Mastermind Advantage: Why Pet Pros Fly Across the World to Fix Their Business 21:53

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What happens when you stop overthinking and get the allow fresh eyes on your business? Could a room full of equally ambitious pet pros be the key to your next big business leap? And how far would you travel for clarity, confidence, and a breakthrough plan you can action immediately? In this episode, I bring you more behind-the-scenes insights from …

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Episode 416 - Behind the Scenes at Dom's UK Elite Mastermind 18:51

2M ago18:51

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Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at one of my Elite Mastermind events? Curious what top-tier pet business owners actually get out of two days in the room together? And how do you know when you're ready to join a group like this yourself? In this special episode, I take you inside the September UK Elite Mastermind meeting—with a mic pass…

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How to navigate the world of Reddit SEO 50:13

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In this episode, we cover how to navigate the world of Reddit SEO. We’ll cover how to find your target audience within Reddit’s diverse subreddits, create content that genuinely adds value, and build a reputation that attracts traffic and conversions. Joining our host David Bain for this podcast about Reddit SEO are Miłosz Krasiński, Marko Miljkovi…

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Episode 415: Back to School (for YOU, Not your Kids): Where Smart Pet Pros Learn to Grow 24:17

2M ago24:17

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Are you blindly chasing every trend instead of doubling down on what actually works? Do you mistake creating aimless content for growing the reach of your business? And when was the last time you truly thought for yourself when refining your marketing message? In this reflective solo episode, I kick off the "dog days of summer" by taking a fresh lo…

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Episode 414 - Why Marketing Momentum Beats Pet Biz Perfection: How Do Dom's Clients Achieve Sustainable Success 18:35

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Are you juggling too many different projects - and getting nowhere fast while burning out? Do you keep tweaking things behind the scenes instead of just biting the bullet and launching? And what could happen if you stopped chasing perfection and just hit "go" on your next big idea? In this week's solo episode, I share some behind the scenes action …

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Episode 413: How to Find the Pet Business Leverage Point that Will Dramatically Boost Revenue Growth 17:43

3M ago17:43

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Are you still doing every little task yourself - even though your business has doubled in size? Have you already hired help… only to find yourself even more stressed and scrambled than before? And what's the one overlooked area in your business that could unlock serious profit (without adding more chaos)? In this episode, I share a raw and honest u…

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Episode 412: Chicago Mastermind Musings with the Pet Biz Wiz 21:33

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Are you feeling boxed in by the same old daycare model, but unsure what to change? Ever wondered how a Midwest hotel with go-karts and water slides could teach you to sell more enrichment? And are you still not sold on the idea of Mastermind meetings changing your business trajectory forever? In this episode, I share stories and lessons from a whir…

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How to SEO for AI Models 49:01

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On this panel, we discuss "How to SEO for AI Models". Guests are Jon Mest from ChatRank, Luke Gosha from StrategiQ and Tasha Antwi, Freelance SEO & Search Strategy Consultant. Hosted by David Bain.By Majestic.com

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Episode 411: The Bootcamp Buzz: What Changed For Dog Daycare Owners After Two Days with The Pet Biz Wiz 18:33

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Are your prices still based on what your competitors charge… instead of what your service is worth? Are worried about rising costs, inflation and increased competition which means more pet service supply and less dogs to go around? Have you ever wondered what would happen if you spent two days focused on nothing but profit, positioning, and premium…

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Episode 410 - Live from IMPACT 2025: Dom Hodgson's Pet Biz Event of The Year 17:23

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What happens when you put thirty pet pros in a room and push them out of their comfort zone? Can just three days really shift your mindset, pricing expectations, and your entire business model? And why do so many attendees say they'll never look at their facility - or themselves - the same way again? In this week's episode, we're taking you behind …

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Episode 409: Flashback to the Bootcamp: Hear Pet Biz Owners Raising Their Prices (and Their Game) 20:15

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Are you still undercharging… even though you know your service is worth more? Have you been "meaning to" launch a membership, but keep putting it off? And what would change in your business if you had two days to fix it - surrounded by people on the same path as you? In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the Dog Daycare Business Bootcamp - an…

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How to optimise your website for crawlers (Majestic SEO Podcast) 45:37

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When we talk about optimising a website for crawlers, we’re really talking about laying the groundwork for visibility. In this episode, we’ll explore what it takes to make your site as crawl-friendly as possible, from smart internal linking, managing crawl budget, and how to find and remove any technical blockers that might prevent your most import…

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Episode 408:The Pet Business Premium Pricing Wake-Up Call: How to Raise Rates and Claim the Crown in your Business. 19:47

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Are you the most pet biz expensive in town – or are still pretending premium pricing doesn't apply to you? BIG MISTAKE my friend! Is your 'modest' price actually holding your business back rather than giving it life? You bet it is! And what's the REAL cost of undercharging in a high-potential, high-pressure industry like pet care? Well, it could be…

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Episode 407: Why Your Dog Daycare Staff Don't Get Enrichment (And What to Do About It) 21:33

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Do your staff really understand what enrichment is - or are they just nodding along and fluffing it? Are your handlers bought into your values, or just clocking in for another day in the play zone? And is your team helping you upsell enrichment - or would they rather do without it altogether? In this episode, I'm fresh off a sun-soaked break in Men…

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Episode 406 - Claim the Crown: How to Run Your Pet Business Like Your Very Own K9 Kingdom 18:33

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Ever wondered why most pet businesses stay stuck in the middle while a few rise to the top? What if you didn't have to "pay your dues" and could skip straight to the front of the line? And what would your business look like if your competitors couldn't even see you - let alone catch you? In this sun-soaked, cocktail-fuelled episode recorded just be…

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Episode 405 - What's Working Now: How Smart Dog Daycare Owners Are Driving Their Business Forward 22:53

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Are you full of great ideas but unsure which one will actually grows your pet business? Do you keep launching new offers while ignoring the easy wins sitting right under your nose? Are you offering amazing services but suck at selling and making money fro your passion for pets? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I take you inside a week in the life…

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Episode 404 - The Dog Daycare Hiring Playbook with Josh Hightower 38:03

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What do you do when your staff quit without warning - and your Indeed ad pulls in nothing but no-shows and duds? Is your hiring process actually attracting the right people - or just weeding through whoever's left? And how do some daycares seem to have a pipeline of great candidates - while you're stuck covering shifts yourself? In this episode, I'…

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What do SEOs Need to Know About Reactive PR? 42:44

6M ago42:44

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In this podcast episode we talk about Reactive PR and covering everything that you need to know about it. Joining our host David Bain are Danielle Neah Amponsah, Eva Cheng, Sarah Ross and Sarah Jayne Taylorson.By Majestic.com

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Episode 403 - Build Your Canine Kingdom: How Eve Molzhon Claimed Her Throne in the Pet Industry (and how you can to at IMPACT 2025!) 16:04

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What can a self-proclaimed Midwest trailer park kid teach you about building a million-dollar pet business empire? What's the right way to go from garage-grooming to a full-blown dog daycare dynasty? And how can hiring a VA finally give you back your time and sanity? In this week's episode, I'm joined by special guest and keynote speaker of Impact …

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Episode 402 - Fix Your Prices, Fix Your Pet Business: Dom's No BS Guide to Charging More 17:59

6M ago17:59

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Are you unknowingly sabotaging your profits with outdated pricing? What's the real cost of keeping your fees just a little higher than your competitors'? And how can a smarter pricing strategy unlock growth, better clients, and a better life? In this episode, I reflect on some of the most common pricing problems I've tackled recently - from daycare…

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Episode 401 - Scripting Success: How to Plan, Prioritise and Grow a Pet Biz That Runs Like Clockwork 22:59

6M ago22:59

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Can you really write the script of your own success story in the pet business world? What would happen if you planned a whole 12 months ahead instead of just 12 days? And how much progress (and profit) are you leaving on the table by winging it month-to-month? In this solo episode, Dom reflects on his time at the Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo in La…

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Episode 400 - The Secret to Bullet-Proof Business Confidence 15:43

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A short, sweet but very special (400th) episode this week. See, I debated putting together a big montage of past show clips, but in the end I decieded to share an intimate moment from behind the scenes at the recent Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo... You'll hear two inspiring stories from AJ and Lynnie, staff member and owner of Positively Perfect in…

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How to build an SEO strategy for AI Overviews 42:09

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As search evolves, so do the ways users interact with our content, and with Google’s AI Overviews now reshaping how information is discovered and displayed, it’s never been more critical to adapt your SEO strategy. In this live podcast, we’ll explore how AI Overviews impact visibility, what this means for traditional content formats, and how you ca…

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Episode 399 - Behind the Scenes Stateside with Dom: One Week, Two Masterminds, Unlimited Pet Business Opportunities 29:31

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Ever wondered why the top business owners in any industry attend a mastermind every quarter? How can stepping into a hot seat in front of fellow owners change your business perspective? And what surprising lessons do you learn when you stop working in the business and start working on it? In this episode, I'm bringing you along for a unique peek be…

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398 - Pet Care Staffing Summit Secrets: Smarter Hiring, Stronger Teams, Better Business! 29:59

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Are you hiring with confidence or just simply hoping for the best? Do you ever worry what would happen if your whole morning crew called in sick? Can you use automation to attract better staff and save your sanity? In this episode, I'm sharing highlights from the first ever Pet Care Staffing Summit - a game-changing event for dog daycare, boarding,…

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Episode 397 - How to Be Your Dog's Superhero: Behind the Scenes at a Book Club Discussion with Jamie Engerdahl 30:51

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Something different in this weeks special episode, where I'm the guest - not the host! Amazing dog trainer Jamie Gerald invited me to join her international dog trainer book club to talk about my very first book, How to Be Your Dog's Superhero. What followed was a fantastic discussion about why real connection beats control, and how playing with yo…

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Episode 396 - Stop the Pet Biz Payroll Bleed: How to Slash Labour Costs and Boost Profitability with Sean Felty 23:51

7M ago23:51

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Could your staffing costs be draining your profits? How do you scale pet care services without multiplying mistakes? What's the easiest way to increase profitability without adding more clients? In this episode, I sit down with Sean Felty from Greenlin Pet Resorts - owner of six busy facilities and founder of Next Tree Strategies - to talk about ho…

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Episode 395: Why a Better Team Means Bigger Profits In Your Pet Business 26:49

7M ago26:49

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Do you want a pet business that makes money without running you into the ground? What's the difference between a business that grows efficiently—and one that just gets busier? And how can better systems set you free while boosting your bottom line? In this episode, I'm joined by Josh Hightower, who shares how pet business owners can create a scalab…

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The Future of SEO (A Live Majestic SEO Podcast) 47:08

7M ago47:08

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SEO is currently going through a great deal of change. But what does this change mean for the future of SEO? Joining host David Bain to explore The Future of SEO is Irina Papuc, Jono Alderson, Tom Winter and Laura Iancu.By Majestic.com

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Episode 394: Pet Care Staffing Summit Preview: How to Fix Your Pet Care Hiring Problem 23:17

8M ago23:17

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Are your staff stuck at a dead end with no room to grow? Could a simple enrichment tweak transform your team's motivation and retention? What if the key to attracting A+ hires was hiding in plain sight on your website? In this special Pet Care Staffing Summit preview episode, I'm joined by two fantastic guests -Tim Jackson and Joe Latona - who shar…

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Episode 393: The 2025 Pet Care Staffing Summit is on! Fix Your Hiring Nightmares Once and for All 17:19

8M ago17:19

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Are you tired of posting job ads only to hear crickets… or worse, getting flooded with unqualified applicants who disappear after two shifts? Why does it seem like every other business is poaching the best employees while you're stuck with a revolving door of unreliable hires? And most importantly—what can you do to fix it? The hiring crisis in pet…