Vicky Clark interviews Lucy, the founder of Woof Links, an innovative online directory designed to connect dog owners with trusted pet services. The discussion highlights how Woof Links aims to streamline the process of finding local dog services, from groomers to trainers, while ensuring that only ethical businesses are included. Lucy shares her journey of creating the platform, motivated by the need for reliable dog care options, especially during the surge of dog ownership seen during the pandemic. As they explore the features of Woof Links, Vicky and Lucy emphasize the importance of providing a central hub for dog-related services that fosters trust and community. This episode is a valuable resource for pet professionals and dog owners alike, encouraging listeners to join the growing Woof Links community.

Takeaways:

• Vicky discusses the importance of managing finances as a pet business owner to achieve success.
• Lucy emphasizes that Woof Links is a free directory for ethical dog businesses and owners.
• The conversation highlights the challenges new dog service providers face in navigating the market.
• Vicky and Lucy agree on the need for continuous marketing to attract new clients consistently.
• Listeners learn how Woof Links can help dog owners find reliable services in their area.
• The podcast addresses the significance of building a reputable online presence for pet businesses.

If you'd like to find out more about WoofLinks you can visit their website here: https://wooflinks.co.uk/

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Vicky and Lee, the Pet Accountants, dive into the recent UK Budget and its implications for business owners in the pet industry. A significant change highlighted is the increase in national minimum wage, which will rise to £12.21, impacting employers and their payroll strategies. Additionally, they discuss HMRC's crackdown on late payments and the importance of timely tax return submissions to avoid penalties. The conversation also touches on changes to Making Tax Digital, emphasizing the need for businesses to transition to digital accounting solutions by April 2026. With practical advice and insights, Vicky and Lee equip pet business owners with the knowledge needed to navigate these upcoming financial challenges effectively.

Takeaways:

• The recent budget changes will significantly impact employers, especially in the pet industry.
• If you're an employer, prepare for increased national insurance contributions starting in April.
• HMRC is cracking down on late payments, so pay your taxes on time.
• Budget announcements did not change personal tax thresholds, impacting higher earners significantly.
• Employers must ensure their staff are paid at least the new national minimum wage.
• Making Tax Digital regulations are coming into effect, requiring digital accounting practices by 2026.

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In this solo episode, Vicky and Lee talk about the Spanish Retreat!

Having time away can help you focus, away from the phone, away from the business and away from the day-to-day activities of family life. Lee and Vicky found this extremely helpful which is why we are having a "Spanish Retreat", listen to the full episode for more details of how you can join us for time away to focus on your business!

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In this episode, Vicky and Lee talk about Tax and Pricing and how these 2 parts of your business finances are critical for a profitable business.

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In this episode of The Pet Accountant, Vicky and Lee discuss VAT schemes that impact the pet industry.

This episode also starts with a warning following a bad experience with a client that could have gone bad. VAT is of course vital, we are legally obliged to take VAT so it is important we understand it and do what we need to do. This episode should clear up any VAT-related questions but of course, if you want to ask us the question then reach out to our Facebook Group "The Pet Professional Business & Finance Hub"

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In this episode of The Pet Accountant, Vicky and Lee dive into the world of partnerships—a business structure that can offer significant tax benefits for pet business owners in the UK.

They explore how a partnership, defined as two or more individuals working together with the shared goal of growing a business, can be a more tax-efficient way to operate in certain circumstances.

By discussing the ins and outs of forming a partnership, they provide insights into how this setup might be advantageous for your business, helping you navigate the complexities of tax obligations while fostering business growth.

Tune in to learn how a partnership could be the key to optimizing your business's financial health and do not forget to subscribe on your podcast provider for more.

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In this episode, Vicky and Lee the Pet Accountants discuss "What is an Asset" for your pet-based business. This is something that many in the group are unsure about but can make a big difference in your accounting. They start the episode by explaining what is and is not classed as an asset then give some real-life examples.

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In this episode, Vicky and Lee discuss how you can make your Bank Accounts work better for you as a business owner. They stop short of recommending a product but give you some ideas of what to look for with the banks and how that can benefit you.

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