HERE'S HOW

So you want to open a dog bakery and haven't a clue?

Wondering why we're still around since 1995 when so many others have started and failed?

Asking yourself "How is it that Barbara's Canine Catering knows what they're doing and the others don't?"

Need help writing a business plan?

Well, you've come to the right place. Since 1998, Barbara's Canine Catering has been offering business start-up classes. If you are considering opening your very own bakery for dogs in your area --- we will share with you the secrets of our success (most of them, anyway) and how to get started. We can save you literally thousands of misguided man-hours in the start-up phase.

Are you sure you want to bake? It's long hours and hard work. Instead, have you considered opening a retail location and letting us provide your high-quality dog treats?  You get to meet with the Director of Operations/Marketing (Barbara) and the Director of Finance (Andrew) in two separate sessions. Can you believe we've had to resort to using these titles. Come to class and you'll learn why a company needs to do this to be successful.

If you are considering opening a dog bakery in your area, we'll share with you very specific information on how to get started and remain successful. By taking our class, you will literally save thousands of dollars and hundreds of misguided hours during your start-up phase. The pitfalls are many and as most small business assistance organizations will tell you, getting beyond the 5-year mark is no guarantee of continued success.

To answer even a few basic questions on what, how, when, etc., would take over an hour just to give an overview of the struggles we have been through since 1995. There are literally dozens of facets that must be addressed simultaneously for an entrepreneurial concept to work. Be prepared to worker harder than you ever have in your life with NO PAY until you (and a partner) have put in about 5 - 10,000 man-hours (no joke!).

Because of the recent flurry of requests for information, we've developed a program to assist people to get started. It involves a visit to our Café to see the procedures and activities --- it's a personal, intensive class. We offer both single-person and two-person classes, for your convenience where we will guide you towards starting and operating a dog biscuit bakery.

One 10-hour day for $1000 for one person or $1250 for two persons.  Here's what you get:

• Consultation with Barbara and behind the scene assembly, mixing, cutting and baking production.
• Consultation with Andrew on all the financial and "behind the scenes" challenges
• How to develop your own recipes for the dog biscuits
• Where/how to purchase the best of supplies and equipment
• Information on sources for ingredients, final assembly items, bags, ribbons, boxes, etc.
• Follow-up conference calls to evaluate your progress
• Overall view of your business plan
• Manufacturing location versus retail location
• Advice on selection of a location and establishing the "office" part of the bakery.

You'll get all the necessary details to make an informed decision --- including business plan data. Proprietary information (recipes, financials), of course, will not be made available. Payment is at time of class and may be by cash, check or credit card.  You will required to sign a NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT.  This seminar will help you avoid the many unnecessary pitfalls we've been through. Please CALL US DIRECTLY at 888.K9.TREAT (888.598.7328) to schedule a class.

I attended a valuable training at Barbara’s Canine Catering, in Charlotte, to begin my bakery. Barbara was an exceptional trainer, inspiration, and resource to me. And, with her help, my dream has been fulfilled.

Jackie Oakes, Coastal K-9 Bakery

To: barbara
Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002
Subject: Thank You!

Barbara,

I just wanted to thank you once again for a wonderfully informative weekend.  My head has just about stopped spinning. I realized that I have some more work to do in some areas, and maybe a little less in others. I received my license number in the mail while I was away, yeah! If things keep moving along as planned, I will want to talk with you about bulk pricing for my business plan. I will keep you posted! I also wanted you to see my babies. Harvey is on the left (2+ yrs) and Morgan is on the right (5+ months). They said to thank the nice lady for their treats.

Sincerely, Jennifer Esway

"The consultation services that Barbara at Canine Cafe Charlotte' were invaluable to my planning. Barbara shared with me her years of experiences, tribulations and tips. The information she shared gave me insight into what works, what doesn't and why. Her passion is contagious and inspiring. And, her advice is realistic and informed. I believe that my consultation with Barbara will have saved me from going the wrong direction with my planning and keep me focused on what needs to be accomplished to achieve my goals. If you think you know what it takes to run a successful dog bakery ..... think again, and talk with someone who really knows."

Sincerely, Jennifer Esway