Grow Your Pet Business with Tori Mistick

Ready to grow your pet business in 2026? In this short, actionable episode, Tori Mistick is breaking down three marketing trends petpreneurs need to pay attention to right now... especially if you want to stand out in a world full of AI-generated content! You'll learn why live streaming is one of the few truly AI-proof marketing tools, how video podcasting boosts discovery on YouTube and Spotify,...

Wondering where I've been on this podcast feed? I'm back today with a quick check-in and some exciting updates. In this short episode, I share what I've been working on lately. Mainly, launching my limited-series podcast Dog Enrichment with Tori Mistick , a deep dive into the science behind enrichment, and how reconnecting with my "why" led to new opportunities in my business. You'll also hear why...

If you've ever launched something for your pet business and heard nothing but crickets, you're not alone! I'm sharing three launch strategies that are actually working in 2025. These are based on what I'm seeing work in real time, not just in my own business, but in the petpreneur community too. You'll hear why old launch tactics just aren't cutting it anymore, and how to warm up your audience, us...

After an unexpected break, I'm back on the mic with a deeply personal update. In this solo episode, I'm sharing why I've been away from the podcast—and what's ahead for Wear Wag Repeat. Losing my sweet Lucy earlier this summer reshaped everything for me. So I'm opening up about that experience, what it taught me, and how it's inspired me to return to my original mission: helping pet parents live t...

Wondering how to batch your content and save time in your pet business? In this episode, I'm sharing the exact systems and tech setup I use to record and edit 4 podcast episodes in just one sitting! Plus, more ideas for content you could be batching BEYOND social media. This is part 1 of my mini-series all about automating and batching for petpreneurs. Whether you're creating podcasts, email newsl...

Feeling overwhelmed by Instagram in 2025? In this episode, I share a simple batching strategy that will save you HOURS of time and finally make social media work for you... not the other way around. This is based on my real experience coming out of social media management retirement for a client this year! Imagine sitting down just once a month to create all your Instagram posts — no more daily sc...

Feeling overwhelmed by all the to-dos in your pet business? In this episode Tori Mistick walks you through 3 simple automations that'll save you HOURS each week — and help you grow your pet business. Ask yourself, "how easy can it be?"  From crafting a strategic email welcome sequence, to sending automatic customer reminders, and scheduling your social media content like a pro — these tips will ma...

Wondering what it's really like inside the Wear Wag Repeat Society? In this behind-the-scenes tour, I'll show you exactly what happens when you join my petpreneur community. From one-on-one coaching calls ☕️ to weekly Voxer office hours 📲, monthly implementation calls 💻, and promotional member spotlights 🌟 — this Society isn't just a membership, it's a movement.  You'll get access to: ✔ Person...

Is your inbox draining your time, energy, and focus? In this episode, I'm walking you through my 3-step system to declutter your inbox — without aiming for perfection (just sanity!). You'll learn how to set up a simple folder system, build healthy boundaries with inbox check-ins, and use time-saving templates that do the heavy lifting for you. 🐾 If you want the actual email templates and swipe fi...

Are major pet industry trade shows like Global Pet Expo and SuperZoo worth attending as a content creator or small pet business owner? In this episode, I break down the pros and cons of these big events, why I'm skipping them, and what I'm doing instead to grow my business and make meaningful industry connections. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✔ Why major trade shows are designed for vendors...

Are pet parents and customers struggling to find your business? In this episode of Wear Wag Repeat , I'm walking you through a self-audit to boost your pet business's visibility and lead generation . This simple exercise will help you  clarify your message, optimize your social media, and ensure your website is working for you —not against you! What you'll learn today: ✔️ The social media bio chec...

At a recent wine tasting, I heard this: "The best winemaker shares his knowledge with other winemakers. This raises the knowledge, innovation, and quality of the wine from their region." And it got me thinking—this is exactly the mindset we need in the pet industry! Too often, petpreneurs feel like they need to guard their expertise. But in reality, when we collaborate and lift each other up, we a...

You've heard of the 5 love langaues... Well, did you know your pet business has a love language, too!? And if you're not speaking it the right way, you might be stutning your growth. In this short and sweet Valentine's Day-themed episode, I'm breaking down The 5 Love Languages of a Thriving Pet Business —and how you can use them to attract more clients, create better systems, and find more joy in...

Let's make February the month you take back control of your time. Start small, commit to one shift, and see how much better things feel. And if you need a community that helps you grow your pet business  without overworking, my membership is here for you. Wear Wag Repeat Society: https://wearwagrepeat.com/society   Episode Overview: February is a short month— which makes it the perfect time to tes...

Want to have tons of people signing up for your opt-in freebie? You need to give them something that solves a problem! Listen to this episode to hear about a new freebie I created last week that immediately got tons of sign ups with zero promotion.  PLUS... tell me what freebie I should create for pet pros like you. Here's the options: 3-Day Profit Kickstart 💰 Ready to stop undercharging and over...

Are you ready to embrace change in the social media landscape? This week, I share my 2nd best piece of advice for growing your pet industry business. Discover how diversifying your marketing presence can shield you from the ding dongs running our social platforms and keep those dream clients rolling in!  Don't depend solely on one social media platform. Reach your audience across multiple channels...

Do you have a word of the year that inspires your pet business or your life with your pets? My word of the year for 2025 is inspired by hard times I'm currently going through with my dog Lucy. It's important for me to be present and not try to multitask.  By living my word of the year, I'm already seeing positive impacts on my stress level and how much I can enjoy every day with Burt and Lucy. Aft...

In this episode, I'm talking with super-connector Stacy Pong. It's a funny story… we met through a virtual networking event, and I found out that she's a networking expert and even runs a membership about it! So it felt like it was meant to be for her to be the final podcast guest to wrap up the networking and collaboration theme of this quarter here at Wear Wag Repeat. I loved talking to Stacy be...

In this solo episode, Tori Mistick shares all the exciting plans and updates to serve your pet business in December, the final month of Q4 and our Networking and Collaboration theme! Here's what's happening: What's Coming Up in December 2024: WWR Society Lesson Focus on crafting an action plan for your dream partnerships and collaborations in 2025. We'll brainstorm, work backwards to create a plan...

In the span of 5 years, Liz Wilcox grew and sold a successful blog, got bought out of her second company, and built the third into a multiple six-figure businesses where she teaches entrepreneurs to simplify the whole "email marketing thing". She's best known for her 4500+ user email marketing membership (I've been a member for 3 years) , her 20 Minute Newsletter technique, and the Email Staircase...

This November I have a lot of exciting content and events designed to help you grow your pet business. We're continuing our Q4 theme of Networking and Collaboration. Here's what's on deck: November 13: 2nd Petpreneur Virtual Netwokring event. This is free to attend, register here: wearwagrepeat.com/petworking   Thank you to my co-hosts who are helping make this event a success! Wear Wag Repeat Soc...

I'm so excited to have Lashonda Geffrard, the founder of Black Pet Business Network as my first podcast guest of Q4. This quarter is dedicated to learning about collaboration and networking. Something Lashonda is an expert at! In this conversation, she shares how she came up with the idea for the Black Pet Business Network. It was born from a desire to connect with grooming shop owners during the...

It's Q4 and here at Wear Wag Repeat the theme is collaboration. All podcast episodes, work in Wear Wag Repeat Society and other resources are dedicated to supporting your networking, collaborations and partnerships.  Here's what I have in store for October to help you grow your pet business: Expert Interview with Lashonda Geffrard, CEO of Black Pet Business Network and owner of The Paw Shop, a gro...

We made it to the end of the Blogging quarter in Wear Wag Repeat! I've shared amazing guest interviews and lessons about why you need to blog for your pet business and how to make the most of your content so it drives traffic and sales long term.  In this episode I answer a question that came up from a Wear Wag Repeat Society member. What do you do after you hit publish on a new blog post? So here...

If you've been listening to this podcast lately, then you know how important blogging is for your pet business. But does it still feel overwhelming? Then you're going to love today's expert interview with Jessica Shipman, the accomplished COO and CMO of BlogPaws. Jessica and I explored some exciting trends and tactics that every petpreneur will find useful when it comes to keeping their blog organ...