Introducing
The Rhythm of the Kennel

After more than twenty-one years owning and operating a boarding kennel, Heather Hathaway reflects on the decisions, responsibilities, routines, and realities that shape life inside a small business.

Rather than offering formulas or checklists, The Rhythm of the Kennel explores what ownership looks like over time—the tradeoffs, judgments, and quiet responsibilities that rarely appear in business manuals but often determine whether a business remains sustainable.

Written from the perspective of an owner-operator, this book is a reflection on work, stewardship, and the long life of decisions.