Want to know how to turn Halloween from a fun gimmick into a genuine profit booster?
Curious what’s new at this year’s Hershey Expo—and which sessions you absolutely can’t afford to miss?
Or wondering how to finally free yourself from the daily grind by building systems that sell for you 24/7?
In this episode, host Dom Hodgson shares his Halloween promotional playbook, packed with proven campaigns you can run right now to boost bookings, fill playrooms, and keep your daycare buzzing through the holidays. Dom walks through the easy-to-use pain–agitate–solution formula that turns playful promotions into real, regular sales.
But before all of that, Dom catches up with Rebecca Shipman from Barkleigh to preview the Pet Boarding & Daycare Expo in Hershey, including the must-see sessions, networking parties, luncheons, and keynotes that make it the biggest event in the industry. You’ll also hear from Austin and Lindsay of Pup Partners Software, who share how to master client communication from first contact to emergencies.
Finally, Dom teams up again with Josh Hightower of PetBizSuite to discuss the single biggest game changer for your business: marketing systems that work around the clock. Josh reveals how automation can attract clients, nurture leads, and generate predictable sales - even while you’re off the clock.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Halloween Goldmine – How to use playful, seasonal offers to spark engagement and drive sales.
Pain–Agitate–Solution – The simple formula behind persuasive promotions that actually sell.
Hershey Highlights – Inside scoop on the must-attend sessions, luncheons, and networking events.
Systems That Sell – Why automating your marketing is the key to freedom, scalability, and growth.
Predictable Profits – How a marketing flywheel can eliminate feast-and-famine revenue cycles.
Huge thanks to this week’s special guest Josh Hightower from PetBizSuite CRM. To find out more about how PetBizSuite can help your business grow go to www.petbizsuite.com
Remember, we are less than one month away from Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo in Hershey PA. Attending this show is the best way to set yourself up for success in 2026; Go to PetBoardingExpo.com to register now!
Want to work with the World Leading Pet Business Coach? Discover if you’re a good fit to work with Dom by going to www.petbusinessmarketing.com/audition
Thanks to Austin and Lindsey from Paw Partner Software for stopping by to share more about what he will be speaking at the upcoming Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo in Hershey. Grab your ticket now at PetBoardingExpo.com
To book yourself on the inaugural Pet Boarding and Daycare, Barkleigh Pet Pros Cruise go to BarkleighShows.com
Episode Highlights:
[00:51] – Dom introduces this week’s spooky theme and explains why Halloween promotions should start early.[02:57] – Rebecca from Barkleigh shares what to expect at the upcoming Hershey Expo next month.[07:06] – The importance of networking, luncheons, and connecting with speakers and why the Expo is the best place for making new Pet Biz Pals.[11:19] – Austin and Lindsay from Pup Partners Software discuss client communication strategies.[12:05] – Dom’s Halloween marketing masterclass: how to turn the spooky season into easy, reliable sales.[17:27] – How to use the pain, agitation, and solution method to create powerful, emotionally investing offers.[21:58] – The truth about fear and resistance when raising prices or selling more boldly, and why you need to shake it off.[32:13] – Josh Hightower joins the show to talk about marketing systems that create business freedom and scalability.[36:07] – How predictable, repeatable sales remove stress, chaos, and uncertainty from your business.[42:59] – Dom wraps up with his final Hershey expo reminders and reveals where you need to go to secure your spot.