Pet Industry Mentor
Episodes
59. Scared To Hire In Your Pet Business? Listen To This
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today I sit down with my best friend and ex employee, Amy! You are so scared to hire, but why? You don’t trust, you don’t believe anyone can do th...
58. You Don't Need More Clients
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone gets caught in the same loop of ‘to make more money and be more successful I need more clients’, however that is rarely the real issue I’...
57. Common Problem Fixes
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down and worked through real business problems the same way I do with my clients, in real time. We touched on things like leads not converting, ...
56. Ideas Vs Action In Your Pet Business
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode I really call you out on your BS. So often we procrastinate and convince ourselves the basic generic tasks we have been filling our time ...
EP 55 - Mitali
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
EP 55 - Mitali
54. Back To Basics - Booked In 3 Weeks
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You know I had my business and love to talk about it, I teach you guys based on the methods I used and things I learnt But do they still work? Do I st...
53. I’m Interviewing Pet Parents So They Can Tell You Exactly What They Want!
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Featuring the beautiful Chloe from my own local Sunny Coast, she’s both a pet parent and a business owner which gives her insight to both sides of t...
52. Motivation = Momentum. Celebrating A Year Of The Podcast 🤍
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone says they want motivation, but most of the time motivation is not actually the issue. The real problem is that we have become addicted to ins...
51. How Regulating Your Nervous System Changes the Way You Run Your Business with Renee Blackman
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Renee Blackman to talk about something most business owners completely overlook… their nervous system.We can talk s...
50. Systems Equal Success - with Frazer From Petboost
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 50 - petboost
Ep49
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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48. Supporting Training As A Dog Walker or Pet Sitter
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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47. Stop Normalising Burnout In Your Pet Business
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Pet Industry Mentor Podcast, I’m talking about something that comes up constantly in this industry and is far too normalised....
46. The World Of Dog Training with Flying Paws Dog Training Owners, Molly and Pat
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Pat and Molly from Flying Paws Dog Training for a real, honest conversation about what it actually means to do right ...
45. What Success Actually Takes
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Success isn’t hard because you’re doing something wrong. It’s hard because it asks something of you that most people aren’t prepared to give. ...
Raising Doggy Daycare Standards With Dylan from Farmtastic
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with one of the most progressive and inspiring leaders in the doggy daycare space, the owner of an incredible farm-style d...
43. Why Pet First Aid Is Not Optional With Aubrey From Bluebell Pet First Aid
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Aubrey from Bluebell First Aid to talk about one of the most overlooked but most critical parts of pet care: knowing ...
42. Pet Business and Partner Support
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is deeply personal.I share the full story of how partner support has directly shaped my confidence, my decisions and the success of my bu...
41. Online Professionalism: The Habits That Quietly Cost You Clients - With Abbie
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sat down with a fellow dog walker, Abbie - from Abbie’s Dog Walking from the UK for a very honest conversation about online profe...
40. Control Your Business Or It’ll Control You
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I dish out some tough love to you all because I know you need it. Let me just say this - when you DONT make a decision, that IS making a decisio...
39. The Pros and Cons of Making Connections in the Pet Industry with Rebecca from Skyline Pet Care
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Rebecca from Skyline Pet Care, who strongly believes in the power of building connections within the pet industry, an...
Ep 38
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 38
ep 37
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Special Episode: Honouring Arnie
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is heavy, emotional and important. Today I talk about Arnie, the German Shepherd who was reported missing in Queensland, sparking fear, h...
36. Stop Controlling, Start Communicating. Dog Body Language, With Cam from Act Of Dog
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Cam Barclay, a highly respected trainer and advocate for dog safety and education. We break down the subtle signals d...
35. The Pet Industry and Consumer Law
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I unpack the key parts of Consumer Law that every pet care professional should understand, not just in Australia, but in other region...
34. Pet Industry Standards Need An Overhaul
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I open up about something that’s been on my mind for a long time - the lack of structure, standards, and accountability in the pet ...
33. The Pet Industry Isn’t Easy
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m talking about all the common myths and misconceptions about what it’s really like to work in the pet industry. People love to...
32. Where Is Your Pet Business Taking You
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A glimpse into the reality - and perhaps a bit of a reality check - regarding life after your pet care business. The hard truth is that no one can, or...
31. Easy Mistakes To Make In Your Pet Business
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the real, raw mistakes that cost me both money and peace over the years of building my pet...
30. Starting A Pet Business From Scratch
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If I woke up tomorrow with no clients, no systems, and had to start all over again, this is exactly how I’d do it.After running and selling a multi ...
29. You’re Still Making This Social Media Mistake
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to stop doing the same thing over and over and hoping for a different result Social media is not just a scrapbook - it’s a tool! Use it ...
28. 5 Places You’re Losing Money And You Don’t Even Know It
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you working hard in your pet sitting or dog walking business but still wondering where all the money goes? In this episode of The Professional Pet...
27. Can You Make Real Money Dog Walking?
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So many people wonder if pet sitting or dog walking can actually provide a real income, or if it’s just pocket money on the side. In this episode, I...
26. Policies And Procedures You Must Have
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into the essential policies and procedures every pet business owner needs to put in place to create strong foundations a...
25. Top 5 Ways To Convert Leads To Clients
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m breaking down the top five strategies you can use to turn casual inquiries into committed leads for your pet care business. It’...
24. Regrets and Self-Worth
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oh, so you expected there to come a time where business just became easy all the time and nothing ever went wrong? … well let me tell you, that’s ...
23. Swapping From Platform To Independent - You’ll Want To Listen
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me this week while I give you the total low-down on swapping from working as a “contractor” on certain platforms - for legal reasons all name...
22. Advice On Common Sticky Scenarios
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I searched through several pet industry forums to find the most commonly asked questions or scenarios you all look for advice or guidance on...
21. Contractors vs Employees: What You’re Getting Wrong
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re clearing up one of the most misunderstood areas in the pet care industry, the difference between a contractor and an employee...
20. Solo Walker Q & A
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for the solo entrepreneurs. I had some amazing questions come in from one listener so this episode is pretty much dedicated to them ha...
19. Ensuring You Only Work With Your Ideal Client
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking about how to protect your time and energy by getting really clear on who your ideal client actually is, and how to sp...
18. Handling Your Content Being Copied
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: content copying.In this episode, I’m sharing my personal story of being relentlessly copied for 18 mont...
17. How To Speak To Your Ideal Client
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into what it really means to “speak to your ideal client”, because let’s be honest, it’s one of those phrases ...
16. 3 Painful Clients That Taught Me Some Valuable Lessons
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share three difficult client experiences from my time running a pet sitting business, along with the valuable lessons that came fro...
15. Imposter Syndrome, Pricing Confidence, Meet And Greets + more Q&A
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You guys ask and you shall receive I put a call out on my Insta and TikTok to tell me what you’re needing a pinch of advice on so here we are I NEED...
14. Free & Low Cost Business Resources
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a pet sitting or dog walking business doesn’t have to come with a huge price tag. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact free and low-cos...
13. Underrated Advertising Avenues That Actually Work
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boost brand awareness, build trust, and attract the right clients.Are you pouring time and money into ads that barely move the needle? In this episode...
12. The Pet Sitting Software That Changed My Business: A Deep Dive into Time To Pet
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving deep into the software that has completely transformed the way I run my pet sitting business: Time To Pet. This is not a...
11. 5 Everyday Hacks To Simplify and Protect Your Business
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running a service-based business can be chaotic—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I’m breaking down 5 simple, game-changing hacks that...
10. Hiring Help: Overcoming Fears and Growing Your Team
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hiring in the pet industry can feel overwhelming — what if something goes wrong? What if they don’t do it like you do?What if you finally let go a...
9. Why Every Client Deserves the Same Treatment – No Exceptions
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into something that’s often overlooked but crucial to running a values-driven pet business: treating all clients with the s...
8. Saying “No” The Right Way
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Saying “no” isn’t always easy — especially when you're running a business. But learning how to turn down inquiries that aren’t the right fit...
7. 5 Subliminal Marketing Hacks That Actually Work
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 subliminal marketing hacks I use almost daily to grow brand awareness, spark curiosity, and create conversation — w...
6. That Time I Messed Up BIG… And That Time I Got Accused of Stealing a Cat
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every business owner has those “oh sh*t” moments—when something goes wrong, panic sets in, and you’re convinced your entire business is about ...
5. The Bold Move That Gets You Booked (While Others Get Ignored)
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking about the real difference-maker when it comes to landing new clients in a crowded market: taking action.It’s not en...
4. 3 Social Media Habits That Could Be Hurting Your Pet Business
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into three of the most common social media habits I see in the pet care industry—some I’ve been guilty of myself—that ei...
3. Should You Share Your Opinions Online as a Business Owner?
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a business owner, your online presence is more than just a personal space—it’s a reflection of your brand. In this short episode, I dive into w...
2. Should You Be Qualified To Be a Pet Sitter?
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So many people see pet sitting and dog walking as an "Easy job"—just cuddling puppies and taking leisurely walks, right? But when you're responsible...
1. My Journey from Passion to Full-Time Pet Sitting Business
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of The Professional Pet Sitter.I’m Chenelle Conquest, and I’m excited to share my journey with you. In this epis...