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Social Calendar Examples

These industry-specific 4-week social calendars provide ready-to-customize content plans. Each calendar includes post ideas, platform recommendations, suggested media, CTAs, and goals to help you maintain a consistent, strategic social media presence.

How to Use These Calendars

  1. Choose your industry — Select the tab that best matches your business type
  2. Map to your dates — Replace "Day" numbers with actual dates from your calendar
  3. Customize content — Swap bracketed placeholders like [Product Name], [Staff Name], or [Neighborhood] with your actual information
  4. Adapt to your brand — Adjust tone, timing, and platforms to fit your audience
  5. Add tracking — Tag CTAs with UTM parameters to measure performance
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These calendars are designed to be starting points. Feel free to mix and match post ideas across industries or adjust the posting frequency to match your capacity.

Calendar templates by business type

Best for: Pet groomers, veterinary clinics, pet daycares, pet stores, dog trainers

Focus: Gentle education, visible care standards, cute moments (with consent), and trust-building through team spotlights and reviews.

DayPlatformsCaptionMediaCTAGoal
1Facebook, Instagram🐾 Meet [Pet Name], our star client this week! Favorite treat? [Treat name]. What's your pet's favorite? #PetOfTheWeek #[CityName]PetsCute portrait with owner consentBook a grooming spotEngagement
3Google Business Profile3 signs your pet needs a nail trim: clicking sounds on floor, snagging on carpet, or visible overgrowth. Book your next grooming appointment in [City]!Photo of clippers and pawsAsk about our add-onEducate & upsell
5Instagram, ReelsWatch how we keep every pup calm and happy during grooming ✂️ Our gentle approach makes all the difference. #DogGrooming #PetCareShort video of staff handling with careDM to bookDrive bookings
6Facebook, InstagramShedding season is here! 🍂 Our de-shedding treatment reduces loose fur by 80%. Here's what's included... #PetGrooming #[Season]ReadyCarousel: deshed service stepsReserve your deshed packageSeasonal promo
8Google Business Profile⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you [Customer Name] for this amazing review! "Best grooming experience in [City]!" We love making your pets look and feel their best.5-star graphic with paw iconsSee more reviewsSocial proof
10Instagram, FacebookPlanning to board your pup? Here are the vaccinations we require for daycare to keep all pets safe. Questions? Drop them below! 🐕 #PetSafety #DogDaycareQ&A tile or short ReelChat for requirementsReduce friction
11Facebook, InstagramMeet [Staff Name]! 👋 Certified in [certification] with [X] years of experience. [He/She] specializes in [breed/service]. Book your appointment! #MeetTheTeamPortrait with short bioBook with our teamTrust
13Google Business Profile🎉 New Client Special! $[X] off your first full grooming service. Limited spots available this week at our [City] location. Terms apply.Offer card with termsClaim offerAcquire new clients
15Instagram, ReelsKeep your pup busy with this DIY snuffle mat! 🧩 All you need is... [Quick list]. Try it and tag us in your results! #DogEnrichment #DIYDogToysShort how-to videoShare your resultEngagement
16Facebook, InstagramTransformation Tuesday! ✨ From seriously matted to absolutely magical in just 60 minutes. Trust us with even the toughest tangles. #BeforeAndAfter #PetGroomingBefore-after carouselBook a tidy-upBottom-funnel proof
18Google Business ProfileWhat does a full-service groom include? Bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, haircut, & finishing touches. We serve [City] and surrounding areas. Book your appointment today!Checklist graphicCall for detailsClarify value
20Instagram, Facebook📅 Weekend availability alert! Just opened up [number] spots for Saturday and Sunday. Don't wait—these fill up fast! Tag a friend who needs to book. #WeekendGroomingOpenings card with phone/linkReserve nowFill gaps
Week 4 Flexibility

Days 21-28 are intentionally left open for flexibility, seasonal content, or to repeat successful posts from previous weeks.

CTAs: how to implement by platform

There is a CTA column in the calendar examples that specifies the "Call-to-Action" to include in your posts. How you implement your CTA will depend on the platform you are using.

You can use the guidelines below to help you implement your CTA in the most effective way for each platform.

  • Links are clickable in captions. Include the CTA close to your link!
  • Our link shortener can be used to shorten your URL and keep your post clean and readable.
  • Good pattern: "Book now → https://example.com/book"

Facebook CTA Example

Next Steps

  1. Set up scheduling in your social media management tool
  2. Create assets — Start building your library of photos, videos, and graphics
  3. Track performance — Note which post types drive the most engagement and bookings
  4. Iterate monthly — Keep what works, drop what doesn't, and test new ideas