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DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITY The grooming service is an operation that keeps the dog’s coat clean. With our service, the customer,  using a pen drive, is able to access the service so he can make a grooming appointment, either using the equipment himself or with the help of a professional. The dog is washed and groomed and the service ends after the drying of the dog’s coat. It’s also possible to buy many products for the  care of the dog.

Why we have chosen this business After careful consideration of the number of dogs which have a microchip in the municipality of Noto and in seven municipalities near it, and after doing a SWOT analysis of possible competition in the surrounding areas, we realized that a self-service activity would have a great chance of success. We have therefore decided to open this kind of business even though the number of dogs we can serve is much smaller than we thought, since there are already other businesses of this type in nearby communities.

POSITION Our business is located in 14 Cavour Street, which is parallel to the main street. Nearby our shop there is a car park within 500 metres, although,  customers can sometimes park right on the street.

Expenses Calculation Considering that the European Union funds young entrepreneurs with a maximum value of € 50,000, of which 95% of the grant, would be profit, because we pay back only € 2,500. European Union’s financing usages Necessary grooming products purchase (€ 20,000 approximately) Restructure of premises (€ 20,000 approximately) Purchase of Items for resale (€ 7,000 approximately) Professional grooming training course payment (€ 3,000 approximately)

Price List TREATMENT Small size Medium Large Giant € 14 € 22 € 29 € 43 Bath for short-haired coat € 14 € 22 € 29 € 43 Bath for medium-haired coat € 39 € 53 Bath for long-haired coat € 57 € 67 Bathing and clipping € 33 € 62 with scissor cutting € 85

Services Costs Full time owner operator (36 hours per week) minimum gain (€ 10 per hour → € 1,500 gross per month). 2 part-time employees (24 hours per week) minimum gain (€ 10 per hour → € 1,000 gross per month each). GENERIC COSTS Opening VAT number - Annual cost € 60.00 Subscription to CCIAA (annual fee to pay to the Chamber of Commerce) - The certificate is valid for a maximum period of six months from the date of release € 214.00 Sanitary authorization - Validity to be renewed annually € 147.00 HACCP (Hazard-Analysis and Critical Control Points) Course - Validity: from 2 to 5 years € 24.00 Daily expenses € 2.16 Fixed monthly expenses Rent € 450.00 Electricity € 100.00 Phone and connection € 50.00 Water Gas Taxes € 200.00 Total € 950.00 Daily expenses € 38.00 Average expenses per treatment: € 3.00.

Daily Expenses Daily expenses Loan repayment € 2.78 Generic costs € 2.16 Staff expences € 140.00 Rent, utilities and taxes expenses € 38.00 5 treatments expenses € 15.00 Total € 197.94 Considering that the treatment’s average price is € 44, five treatments per day (corresponding to € 220) would be sufficient. It should earn 1,500 treatments per year.

Projected gross profit first year = 148,800 €    Small dogs Medium dogs Big dogs Total Bathing €21.5 €30 €41.5 - Number of dogs 160 480 Total treatments for dog in 3 years 6 Total treatments 960 20,640€ €28.800 €39.840 €89.280  Clipping €11,5 €13 €19,5 Total treatments for dog 4 640 13,760€ 19,200€ 26,560€ 59,520€

Projected net profit first year= 90,055€    Income Expense Total Gross profit 148,800 €   - Salaries of employees 42,000 € Management costs and autorizzation 11,845 € Taxes 2,400 € Initial investment 2,500 € 148,800€ 58,745€ 90,055€

Projected gross profit third year = 339,220€    Small dogs Medium dogs Big dogs Total Bathing €21.5 €30 €41.5 - Number of dogs 160 480 Total treatments for dog in 3 years 18 Total treatments 2,880 11,520 6,920€ 86,400€ €94,620 €244,740  Clipping €11,5 €13 €19,5 12 1,920 7,680 €22,080 €24,960 €37,440 €84,480

Projected net profit third year = 160,557€    Income Expense Total Gross profit €329,220   - Salaries of employees €126,000 Management costs (electricity, gas, sanitary authorization, HACCP course, CCIAA, etc.) €35,487 Taxes €7,200 €168,663 €160,557

The key to success be the owner-operator; Our advertising strategies How to achieve high standards with low prices resupply from wholesalers not from retail store; save money by ordering online; reduce employees to the minimum necessary; be the owner-operator; satisfy the needs of older people too. Our advertising strategies leaflets website, facebook page, brochures. Advertising strategies leaflet distribution, web site, social page, posters, advertising in newspapers, promotional gifts.

Advertising strategies Quantity Cost leaflets (10X15) 5000 € 49.00 brochures (15X21) 250 €34.00 website - €100.00/150.00

PAMPER YOUR DOG COME, PAMPER YOUR DOG! NEW OPENING In the new PAMPER YOUR DOG you will find all the necessary services for the welfare of your pet: Treatment basic shower and complete shower Hygienic bath and pesticide Custom cut with clippers or scissors Supplies and accessories Self Service or use our highly qualified personnel Come and pick up your service access card and learn how to make your dog happy. COME, PAMPER YOUR DOG! Your dog deserves to be clean and beautiful!

Opening hours 8am to 10pm 14 Cavour Street, Noto TEL 0931 802256 CELL +39 3472837032

PAMPER YOUR DOG HOME WHO ARE WE SERVICES WHERE WE ARE CONTACT US Our activity offers a DIY dog washing service and a professional grooming service you can also buy dog care products.

The Company Structure An individual company managed by a single owner-operator who takes upon himself the risk of the activity and collaborates in the performance of duties. Employee 1 (part-time) Employee 2 He has employed

Performance of duties assisting premise cleaning grooming Owner management of the activity Employee 1 Employee 2      

SWOT Analysis Strengths It’s the only service of this kind in this town The dog feels safe when he is washed  by his  owner Opening and closing hours are convenient for clients The cost are lower because it’s a self-service activity Weaknesses It’s difficult to find parking right in front of the shop A lot of customers can’t use the Internet Some customers may use too much water  

Opportunities A lot of people have dogs Selling dog products online and in the shop Publicity using social networks Offering a home service for old people in the future It’s easy to reach Threats Opponents in nearby cities Some clients haven’t got the time to go to the shop A new shop may open in town Risks The owner is personally responsible for any debts

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