Basset as a logo

SarahRainey · 01-22-2012, 08:50 PM

So I'm starting up an at-home pet sitting business on the side. I've got my business name and am starting working on the legal end.

But the fun part is the design! I'm thinking of using Copper as my logo. I love the stylistic work of Outside Peg on Etsy and she does do logos starting at $100. I'm thinking basset hound with a crown. (Our business name is royalty themed.)

Any ideas on how to incorporate the basset into design? Copper thinks he's king of the couch anyway. I may be playing up to his ego. Arooo!

houndmomma · 01-22-2012, 09:04 PM

How about Copper sitting on his big throne wearing his jeweled crown – and all the other doggies sitting around him looking up in awe? I don’t know – I don’t know, might be too busy.

Jen~

Jnfr · 01-22-2012, 09:24 PM

I don't have any ideas of the laws in ILL. However, if you are going to us a photo or drawing of Cooper as a logo, I would have it registered as a trademark/service mark. Also for any particular group of wording of a "sentence" or "slogan".

I have registered this in Virginia for businesses, but I do not know what ILL laws are, you may want to look into it, or consult an attorney.

Also, I don't want to suck the enjoyment out of your business venture, but you may want to look into your local laws on any liability factors. For example, what is the best entity set up to protect you from any liability (sole proprietor, LLC, or Inc) You need to think of the worst case actions for a dog under your care/control and how it could impact you financially, I am NOT an attorney, but I do have some knowledge in this area. Just trying to give you things to think about.

I am only saying this because I would hate to see you start a business (with the best intentions and thinking it would be a fun way to make some money). Hell, I would love to spend my days surrounded by dogs! But if one of the dogs in your care hurt a person or another dog, you could be looking at liability. You will need to make sure you are personally protected, and if the absolute worst happens, you are not liable where you could lose everything(ie... your home)

I don't know what lawyer cost in your area, but it might be worth an hour or so of discussion to look at these possibilities, just in case.

I am not trying to freak you out, just don't want to see you get burned for good intentions.

miss.abbey.road · 01-22-2012, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by houndmomma

How about Copper sitting on his big throne wearing his jeweled crown – and all the other doggies sitting around him looking up in awe? I don’t know – I don’t know, might be too busy.

Jen~

yes!!! lol thats awesome!

SarahRainey · 01-22-2012, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jnfr

However, if you are going to us a photo or drawing of Cooper as a logo, I would have it registered as a trademark/service mark.

Am looking into! Don't want anyone stealing my baby's image!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jnfr

Also, I don't want to suck the enjoyment out of your business venture, but you may want to look into your local laws on any liability factors. For example, what is the best entity set up to protect you from any liability (sole proprietor, LLC, or Inc) You need to think of the worst case actions for a dog under your care/control and how it could impact you financially.

I am 100% with you. I've been working on the legal side of things, figuring out legal organization of the business, costs of insurance and bonding, veterinary release forms, pet first aid certification, etc. We're starting off now with pet sitting (I already work in the industry with my day job), but am looking into offering different services than my current business provides. We're doing a slow start...we're in NO rush and we want to do this right legally and financially. In 5-7 years, we're hoping to open a kenneling business of our own...that's a whole other deal to research and startup.

SarahRainey · 01-22-2012, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by houndmomma

How about Copper sitting on his big throne wearing his jeweled crown – and all the other doggies sitting around him looking up in awe? I don’t know – I don’t know, might be too busy.

Jen~

Love! I'm giving my artist a couple options.

houndmomma · 01-22-2012, 10:26 PM

You have to post the final logo when you get it – how exciting for you. Just an idea on the topic of protecting yourself – do you have a land trust?

Jen~

SarahRainey · 01-22-2012, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by houndmomma

You have to post the final logo when you get it – how exciting for you. Just an idea on the topic of protecting yourself – do you have a land trust?

Jen~

Will post when its complete--prolly a month or so.

Also, don't land trusts mostly apply to nonprofits?

houndmomma · 01-22-2012, 10:34 PM

No not at all – We’ve had a land trust for years. We don’t own anything – our trust owns everything. Here’s a good link for some info. If you don’t have an attorney that specializes in them – let me know – I can pass on a name and number to you.

http://fullcountservices.com/living-land-trust.htm

Jen~

barneysmom2510 · 01-23-2012, 07:00 AM

Good luck with your business ventures that sounds like alot of fun.

01-22-2012, 08:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
SarahRainey Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: North Chicagoland Posts: 392	Basset as a logo So I'm starting up an at-home pet sitting business on the side. I've got my business name and am starting working on the legal end. But the fun part is the design! I'm thinking of using Copper as my logo. I love the stylistic work of Outside Peg on Etsy and she does do logos starting at $100. I'm thinking basset hound with a crown. (Our business name is royalty themed.) Any ideas on how to incorporate the basset into design? Copper thinks he's king of the couch anyway. I may be playing up to his ego. Arooo! __________________ Rescue Mom to Copper 52 pounds (Estimated DOB July '10--Fostered then adopted through BBR, Gotcha Oct. '11) Foster Mom to Jamie doxie/basset born 9/11/2005 Former Foster Mom to Taz & Tommy (trans. to med care 4/12) Ashley (A 3/12) Gwendolyn (A 2/12)and Dudley (A 8/11) Basset Buddies Rescue Grant Writer: (IL, MN, WI) http://bassetbuddiesrescue.org/ If you are looking to adopt young, old, or in between, please let me know!

01-22-2012, 09:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
houndmomma Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 503	How about Copper sitting on his big throne wearing his jeweled crown – and all the other doggies sitting around him looking up in awe? I don’t know – I don’t know, might be too busy. Jen~ __________________ Momma to Lucy age 12 ~ Basset Hound Momma to Rickie age 5 ~ Shi-Poo (don’t tell him though – he thinks he’s a hound dog) Momma to Mabel age -1 ~ Basset Hound Momma to Flash – RIP 2000 ~ 2011 – Gone in body but with me in spirit ~ You will live on forever in my heart baby ~ Je t'aime

01-22-2012, 10:26 PM	#7 (permalink)
houndmomma Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 503	You have to post the final logo when you get it – how exciting for you. Just an idea on the topic of protecting yourself – do you have a land trust? Jen~ __________________ Momma to Lucy age 12 ~ Basset Hound Momma to Rickie age 5 ~ Shi-Poo (don’t tell him though – he thinks he’s a hound dog) Momma to Mabel age -1 ~ Basset Hound Momma to Flash – RIP 2000 ~ 2011 – Gone in body but with me in spirit ~ You will live on forever in my heart baby ~ Je t'aime

01-22-2012, 10:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
houndmomma Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 503	No not at all – We’ve had a land trust for years. We don’t own anything – our trust owns everything. Here’s a good link for some info. If you don’t have an attorney that specializes in them – let me know – I can pass on a name and number to you. http://fullcountservices.com/living-land-trust.htm Jen~ __________________ Momma to Lucy age 12 ~ Basset Hound Momma to Rickie age 5 ~ Shi-Poo (don’t tell him though – he thinks he’s a hound dog) Momma to Mabel age -1 ~ Basset Hound Momma to Flash – RIP 2000 ~ 2011 – Gone in body but with me in spirit ~ You will live on forever in my heart baby ~ Je t'aime

01-23-2012, 07:00 AM	#10 (permalink)
barneysmom2510 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Rockport ma Posts: 633	Good luck with your business ventures that sounds like alot of fun. __________________ -LISA Mini daschunds Sadie Lou & Daisy dukes Chihuahua Lola Bassett Hound Barney

01-22-2012, 09:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jnfr Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Roanoke, VA Posts: 784	I don't have any ideas of the laws in ILL. However, if you are going to us a photo or drawing of Cooper as a logo, I would have it registered as a trademark/service mark. Also for any particular group of wording of a "sentence" or "slogan". I have registered this in Virginia for businesses, but I do not know what ILL laws are, you may want to look into it, or consult an attorney. Also, I don't want to suck the enjoyment out of your business venture, but you may want to look into your local laws on any liability factors. For example, what is the best entity set up to protect you from any liability (sole proprietor, LLC, or Inc) You need to think of the worst case actions for a dog under your care/control and how it could impact you financially, I am NOT an attorney, but I do have some knowledge in this area. Just trying to give you things to think about. I am only saying this because I would hate to see you start a business (with the best intentions and thinking it would be a fun way to make some money). Hell, I would love to spend my days surrounded by dogs! But if one of the dogs in your care hurt a person or another dog, you could be looking at liability. You will need to make sure you are personally protected, and if the absolute worst happens, you are not liable where you could lose everything(ie... your home) I don't know what lawyer cost in your area, but it might be worth an hour or so of discussion to look at these possibilities, just in case. I am not trying to freak you out, just don't want to see you get burned for good intentions.

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