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I've been chased, barked at, and even bitten once. All part of the job when you're in lawn care. The thing people don't tell you when you start mowing lawns professionally? You're not just dealing with grass. You're dealing with dogs. Big ones. Yappy ones. Escape artists. Stealth poopers. At first, it was a hassle. You show up to work, and suddenly you're playing defense against a Rottweiler who thinks your weed whacker is a threat to national security. Then one day, I had an idea. Dog biscuits. Yep. When I knew there was going to be a dog involved, I started carrying a little stash of tiny biscuits in my pocket. When I left the job, I'd toss a small handful of treats across the lawn. The dog? Distracted. Happy. Tail wagging. Some of them even started looking forward to my visits. They'd run to the gate when they heard me turn up. Now I let homeowners know ahead of time, double-check for any allergies, and make the rounds with biscuits in hand. Another bonus is that the dogs stick around—no mad dashes for the gate and freedom when they know there are treats on the way when I finish. It turned a daily annoyance into a small, simple system. One that makes the work smoother, safer, and—let's be honest—a little more fun. Funny how the smallest shift can make the biggest difference. Do you have any funny dog stories? Write back—I'd love to hear them! Until next time, get out there, mow lawns, and have fun! Stuart P.S. Ready to take your lawn care business to the next level? 🚀 Get Your Google My Business Listing Built Live on Zoom - Only $14.99 (Usually $49). Watch us build your professional listing and you can look forward to a couple of free leads a week. No waiting, no guesswork, just results in real time. 👉 Book Your Live Session 📱 Complete Business Package: Website + Google My Business for $39/month (or save with $349/year). Everything you need to get found online and start attracting more local customers. 👉 Get Started Today |
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