Dog boarding deductions

[egoodhall]

      Hello,

     We do dog boarding at home. What kind of deduction can I claim? Thank you

[HelenC12 · Accepted solution]

You may deduct any items or services you purchase to conduct your dog boarding business. The following are some examples:  

• If you can have a shared internet account for both home and business use, deduct a portion of the monthly cost, or you can have a separate business account.
• The same applies for a phone line, including your cell phone.
• Business cards and other supplies. 
• Dog toys.
• Leases.
• Dog food.
• Cleaning supplies.
• Books, magazines, and newspapers related to your business.
• Computer supplies (paper, ink, etc.)

To see additional expenses that you may be able to write off, please see the following TurboTax article: Taking Business Tax Deductions

[llhessler]

I am renting my home and I board dogs as my business. Can I deduct any of my rent?

[Critter-3]

Yes ... read up on Office In Home rules : 

Review this IRS website for Home Office eligibility - https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/home-office-deduction

IRS Publication 587 Business Use of Your Home - https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p587.pdf

TurboTax support FAQ for a home office - https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1901224-can-i-take-the-home-office-deduction