Pet businesses run on repeat clients and local referrals. The printed materials you leave behind, a branded sticker on a take-home bag, a card a client keeps on the fridge for rebooking, the magnet on your van that their neighbour sees every Tuesday morning, work for you long after the appointment ends. This guide covers the practical print kit for Australian groomers, dog walkers, and pet-sitters who want materials that look professional and do their share of the marketing.
All three products ship flat-rate across Australia with fast turnaround, and no specialist design experience is required.
Cheat sheet
- Circle stickers: 80-micron vinyl, 25mm to 150mm diameter, from $0.64 each inc. GST, minimum 10
- Standard business cards: 90x55mm or rounded corners, from $0.69 each inc. GST, minimum 100
- Car magnets: 600x300mm standard, from $120.28 inc. GST per pair, weatherproof and UV-resistant
- Sticker turnaround: 24-48 hours after proof approval (digital print)
- Business card turnaround: 24-hour production available on standard cards
- Flat-rate shipping Australia-wide on all three products
- Sticker minimum is just 10 units, so you can test a design before committing to a large run
Circle Stickers: Branded Seals for Every Client Touchpoint
Circle stickers fit more situations in a grooming or pet care business than any other sticker format. A 50mm or 76mm seal looks polished on a paper bag, a product bottle, a care-instruction sheet, or a welcome pack. They are also the most affordable way to put your branding on something a client takes home.
Common uses in pet businesses:
- Sealing take-home bags after a groom or a boarding stay
- Labelling in-house products sold at the counter, such as shampoo, conditioner, or treats
- Adding an appointment confirmation seal to printed reminder cards
- Branding welcome packs for new pet-sitting or dog-walking clients
Paperlust’s circle stickers are printed on 80-micron durable vinyl with UV-resistant inks. Finish options include gloss, matte, laminate, or uncoated, and sizes run from 25mm to 150mm in diameter. The 50mm and 76mm sizes are the most popular for bag seals and product labelling.
The minimum order is just 10 stickers per design, so testing a size or concept before scaling up costs very little. From $0.64 each inc. GST, 100 stickers in your brand colours sits well within a typical small business marketing budget.
Business Cards and Appointment Cards That Get Kept
For a grooming or pet-sitting business, a business card earns its keep most when a client takes it home and refers back to it at rebooking time. That makes the reverse side of the card almost as valuable as the front.
Standard business cards from Paperlust Print Shop start from $0.69 each inc. GST with a minimum of 100 cards. The standard 90x55mm size fits every wallet and cardholder. Rounded corners are available if you want a softer look that suits a friendly, approachable pet care brand.
- Artboard with velvet laminate – soft to the touch, good for premium salons positioning for a higher-end client base
- Matte – clean and professional; takes pen on the back for a hand-written appointment date
- Linen – natural texture that suits earthy or botanical brand aesthetics common in this category
Design tip: use the reverse side for a rebooking prompt or a loyalty punch grid. A row of 10 boxes you stamp at each visit turns a business card into an active retention tool at no extra cost per card. Matte stock takes pen most reliably if you hand-write appointment dates.
24-hour production is available on standard cards.
Car Magnets for Mobile Pet Groomers
Mobile groomers already own a marketing asset that most businesses spend real money to access: a vehicle driving through their target suburbs every day. Car magnets are the most practical way to brand that vehicle without committing to a permanent wrap.
Paperlust’s car magnets are printed on commercial-grade, heavy-duty magnetic sheet at the standard 600x300mm size, sold in pairs for left and right door panels. They are weatherproof, UV-resistant, and stay flat at highway speeds. They remove cleanly without leaving residue or damaging paintwork, which matters when the van doubles as a personal vehicle.
From $120.28 inc. GST per pair, door magnets are a one-off investment that earns impressions every time you drive to a client or park in a busy street. Production takes 3 to 4 working days post-proof approval.
What to include on your car magnets:
- Business name and a short, memorable tagline
- Phone number and website or social handle, large enough to read comfortably from a footpath
- A simple logo or graphic, such as a paw print or a clean breed illustration
- Your service area: “Servicing Hawthorn to Camberwell” sets geography clearly
Car magnets adhere to flat steel panels only and will not bond to aluminium, fibreglass, or plastic. Test with a standard fridge magnet if you are unsure of your vehicle’s panel material.
Your Pet Business Print Starter Kit
For most pet care businesses, the right starting point is:
- 50 to 100 circle stickers for bag seals and product labelling
- 200 to 500 business cards with a rebooking or loyalty element on the reverse
- A pair of car magnets for any mobile or visiting service
Stickers and cards reorder quickly as your brand evolves. The magnet investment is a one-off per vehicle.
When you are ready to extend the kit, corflute A-frame signs for your salon entrance or branded postcards for local letterbox drops are natural additions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What print materials does a pet grooming business actually need?
The core kit for most pet businesses is circle stickers for packaging and sealing, business cards that double as appointment and contact cards, and car magnets for any mobile service. These three products cover the main client touchpoints at an accessible price point.
What size circle sticker works best for sealing grooming bags?
A 50mm circle sticker is the most common choice for bag seals and product labelling. A 76mm sticker gives more room for your logo, business name, and a contact detail. Both sizes are available from a minimum of 10 stickers per design.
Can I use business cards as appointment reminder cards?
Yes. Standard business cards print front and back, so the reverse can carry a rebooking prompt, a loyalty stamp grid, or space for a hand-written date. Matte stock takes pen best. The standard 90x55mm size fits all cardholders and wallet slots.
Do car magnets damage vehicle paintwork?
No. Paperlust’s car magnets are designed to be removable without leaving residue or damaging paint. They adhere to flat steel surfaces and can be removed and reapplied as needed. If you are unsure whether your panels are steel, test with a standard fridge magnet before ordering.
How quickly can I receive my first order?
Standard business cards can be produced in 24 hours after proof approval. Circle stickers on digital print take 24-48 hours after proof approval. Car magnets take 3 to 4 working days post-approval. All three products ship flat-rate, Australia-wide.
Can I reorder stickers without uploading my design again?
Yes. Your artwork is saved against your account, so reorders are straightforward. The minimum of just 10 stickers means you can top up in small batches without overstocking.
