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The investor route will be difficult, mostly because investors are looking for high returns on their investments in a short period of time. Typically, investors want a unique idea or concept, and they will want to invest with someone that has a track record of entreprenurial success. Not to say that you won't succeed with your venuture, but it's more likely that you'll need to finance it some other way than investors.

Bank financing for startups these days is far and few between. Like millions of entrepreneuers before you, you are going to need to scratch and claw your way to financing. Credit cards, friends, partners, peer-to-peer lending sites are all ways to raise funds. Keep in mind that many of these options can be quite expensive, including high rates and fees.

The last bit of advice I'd have is to over estimate how much you'll need to get started. Many businesses underestimate how long it will take for their concept to gain traction, and end up running out of money before the business has sustainable cash flow. I've seen people start franshises for $500,000, and close their doors within 6 months because they ran out of working capital.

I do love your concept, and wish you luck with it. I love dogs and have dreamed of a doggy daycare/boarding/grooming/training facility too. Best of luck!