Dog Health Questions: My dream is to own a dog specialty store, how do i make it reality?

I'm 19 and currently working full time as a manager/owner at a home store that my mom owns. What i really want to do is have a dog specialty store of my own. What steps should i take to make this dream of mine be possible? I don't want it to be a franchise, i want it to be entirely mine.

Should i save? Take a dog training course? Take a grooming course? Take a business course( i already know a lot about owning and running a business.

Where do i start?

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You have made a start by coming up with a general idea of what you want to do, so how do you go about this.
You need starting capital this can be either saving or from a loan if its the latter always shop around for the best deal and don't be afraid to play lenders off against each other.

You will need to know what you are doing so make sure you have the knowledge otherwise you will fail before you begin, or you can either hire or sublet space to experienced staff and charge them a fee.

Attending a business course will only benefit you there is lots of information on line that you can research so use it.

Accounts can be tedious and time consuming and it can be beneficial to get an accountant to sort them for you a general book keeping course can help you run the business day to day.

Premises can be sourced locally so shop around and try to find a place with a good passing trade and parking.

Demand is needed, is there a demand for the services you want to offer

There are hundreds of things you need to take into consideration so research,research,research and the best of luck to you.

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• Love the idea! Your best bet is to narrow it down to what you want to do in your doggie business. Do you want fashion (collars and clothing), a bakery (treats and yummies), training, grooming and wash, doggie sitting?
  
  I'd say a business course would be a good place to start. You can find one at your local community college. Maybe an accounting class as well.
  
  Best of luck!