What to Expect at Hike Doggie’s Special “Dig Day”

Here at Hike Doggie, “Dig Day” is a very special occasion. It’s reserved for those entrepreneurial candidates who have progressed to the fourth out of five steps in our franchise investigative process.

This final stage is known by other names in the industry such as “Discovery Day,” or “Meet the Team Day.” Typically hosted at the franchisor’s headquarters (in our case, Golden, Colorado), it’s an in-person evaluation similar to a two-way job interview that lasts all day long. Ultimately, both the franchisor and prospective franchisee are determining if they’re both a good fit to move forward with awarding a new territory. 

 

While we sincerely hope to host you at a future Dig Day of your own down the road, we thought it couldn’t hurt to give our readers a sneak peek of what to expect should they ever experience one. Keep reading to find out what this special day’s itinerary looks like…

 

A Jam-Packed Day

Yes, “Dig Day” is meant to be a whirlwind tour. We know your time (as well as ours) is valuable, so we’ve designed our itinerary to cover as many subjects and scenarios as possible. We’ve concentrated our efforts in five key areas as follows:

 

• Meet the Team – personal introductions to put a name with the face
• Bus Tour – witness dog pickups (and see the doggie excitement firsthand)
• Hike Time – you’ll participate in our of our signature dog hiking adventures
• Cleaning – what it takes to get these doggies fluffed and buffed for their return home
• Lunch – we’ll dine together before sessions on training, support, and marketing

 

Reviewing Hike Doggie’s Principles

Here at Hike Doggie, nothing is more important than our mission statement to make dogs as happy as they make us. We go over what this really means and how we manifest it in our day-to-day routines. We’ll also cover Hike Doggie’s seven core values, as follows:

 

• Be Dog Obsessed – we want to know you’re a dog person through and through
• Surpass Client Expectations – we always strive to deliver the best customer experience
• Our Team is No. 1 – our strongest asset is that we work together to achieve success
• Safety is Non-Negotiable – goes without saying, as caring for other’s dogs is a sacred duty
• Do the Right Thing – no matter the situation, we want our owners to do what’s right
• Act Like an Owner – how to feel fully vested in the Hike Doggie business opportunity
• Work-Life Balance – we want you to succeed in both your personal and professional lives

 

Processes and Portals

At “Dig Day,” we review our nine core processes, designed to ensure you have a roadmap to success to rely on. Over the years, we’ve refined these processes by learning what works, what doesn’t, and how to seek continual improvement. Ultimately, it’s truly a simple step-by-step plan. When it’s executed with discipline and consistency, the magic will – and does – happen. Next, it’s time for you to witness the technological prowess we’ve built into the Hike Doggie business model. This begins with a review of our Pup Portal, a proprietary software platform that gives you instant access to all aspects of running the Hike Doggie business through a dashboard that features multiple categories. It’s also wholly integrated with our “Trainual,” our innovative Learning Management System (LMS). The Pup Portal will be your consistent lifeline to access the training and support Hike Doggie provides. Once you combine what you’ve learned here, you’ll be given a priority list of action items known as our “90 Day Trail Map.”

 

Our Three Pillars of Success

At Hike Doggie, we’ve distilled our corporate assistance down to three specific categories – training, support, and marketing. We understand that many of our new owners may not have experience in certain areas but have no fear – our business model addresses each of them in detail. In reviewing the three pillars of success, you’ll also be introduced to your personal franchise business consultant. It’s their job to mentor you to success when you’re first starting out. Your dedicated franchise business consultant will be on hand to give you the proper guidance, training, and support as you launch your own Hike Doggie business. 

 

We hope you’ve enjoyed this sneak peek into what all is included in our signature “Dig Days.” While there is much more we could share about this day of intense learning, the ultimate goal is for us to establish mutual trust in one another – face-to-face. If you’re contemplating a career transition, or you’ve decided that 2025 is the year you intend to make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality, we sincerely hope we’ll have the opportunity to host you at a “Dig Day” of your own.

 

About Hike Doggie

Hike Doggie was founded in 2016 with a mission to “make dogs as happy as they make us”. The business model is predicated on providing a professional and turnkey dog hiking service. Our vision is to create unforgettable outdoor experiences for dogs, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being while fostering a deep bond between them and their human families. Hike Doggie offers a low barrier to entry, quick conversion, and strong retention rates – not to mention extremely happy clients. To date, Hike Doggie has participated in over 50,000 dog hikes and we’d like to have you help us add to that total. Hit the trail to success and explore franchise ownership with Hike Doggie by reaching out to our franchise development specialists at Franchise Evolution Partners to begin your personal journey. Watch this informative video on YouTube to discover how your life can change as a Hike Doggie owner. And be sure to read our blog, follow us on Instagram, connect with us on LinkedIn, and watch our collection of videos on TikTok.