Most veterinarians recommend that a puppy receive his first parvovirus vaccination when he is 8 weeks old. The second vaccination is given in three to four weeks, about age 11 to 12 weeks. A third vaccination is given in three to four more weeks, about age 14 to 15 weeks.
Meet with geriatric providers in your area to explain the benefits of your day care program. Visit family practices, internal medicine groups and surgical teams to drop off marketing material and meet with staff to pitch your facility. Make connections at hospitals and clinics that treat elderly patients.
Advertising is an essential start-up cost for opening a daycare center. Spread the word about your new daycare center to attract business by publishing an ad in the local newspaper, distributing fliers, printing business cards or producing a paid radio or television ad.