Ep. 175: Self Care for Busy Pet Pros

Ep. 175: Self Care for Busy Pet Pros

Author: Kristin Morrison | Pet Business Coach | Pet Sitting, Dog Walking and Dog Training Business Tips May 29, 2026 Duration: 25:45

For busy pet business owners, the usual self-care like scheduling spa days or going on a weekend retreat can feel stressful when time is tight.

In this episode, you’ll learn now to reframe self-care as essential daily maintenance rather than a luxury, focusing on micro-habits that reset your nervous system without disrupting your packed workday.

In this episode you’ll discover the “Micro-Dose” Self-Care Framework to help you reclaim peace in minutes. 

Learn how to easily implement 5-minute buffers between tasks, master habit stacking, say a radical “no” to protect your time and energy boundaries, and prioritize simple physical resets.

As a “recovering busy person,” you’ll hear how I used to use overworking to try and outrun difficult things and burnout.

When talk therapy couldn’t release the stress, tension and emotions I’d shoved down as I moved from task to task, I thankfully found out about breathwork – a somatic, circular breathing process that transformed my well-being. Now a certified breathwork facilitator, I’m bringing this powerful healing tool to the pet community.

Join me for a brand-new, 2-hour online breathwork circle with people attending from all over the world!

Breathwork is designed to help you find deep relief and it can help you lighten your emotional and physical load. I’m so excited for you to experience this – you may find it life-changing. I sure did! Prepare to be amazed!

Visit prosperouspetbusiness.com/breathwork to find out more to secure your spot – and start breathing your way to more freedom in your body, mind and spirit.

Find out more and sign up now for the online breathwork circle.

Get no-cost resources here, including the How to Write the Perfect Rate Increase Email Template.

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Click to apply to be coached on the Prosperous Pet Business podcast.

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Running a service-based company in the pet care world comes with its own unique set of joys and challenges. Prosperous Pet Business is a resource for the dedicated professionals behind pet sitting, dog walking, and dog training companies who are ready to move beyond just getting by. Hosted by Kristin Morrison, a seasoned coach in this niche, each episode digs into the practical realities of building a sustainable and rewarding enterprise. You’ll hear straightforward conversations about setting profitable prices, creating efficient systems, hiring reliable team members, and navigating the client relationships that are at the heart of this industry. This podcast focuses on actionable strategies rather than vague inspiration, whether the topic is marketing a small operation, managing growth, or refining your service offerings. It’s designed for those who see their pet business not just as a job, but as a primary career path worthy of thoughtful development. Tune in for a blend of Kristin’s direct advice, insights from fellow business owners, and real-world examples that translate directly to your daily operations. The goal is to provide a steady stream of usable ideas that help you create a more organized, profitable, and ultimately prosperous pet business.
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