Go-To for Ideas
Your magazine has quickly become my go-to for referencing ideas, advice and new products. — Danielle Wilson, Bath & Biscuits, Granville, OH
Marathon on Lava
The pet retail landscape feels like running a marathon on molten lava! — Frank Frattini, The Hungry Puppy, Farmingdale, NJ
Getting Customers
The biggest issue we are facing is getting customers into our store. We are a business that has been around for decades, but the surrounding area has gone from residential and farm land to more business and warehousing. Couple that with the increase in shopping centers, and you have our dilemma. — Matthew Albright, Phillips Pet Supply Outlet, Bath, PA
Pro Challenge
Pet sitting has so many hobbyists in it right now. I’ve seen ladies magazines suggest it as a way to make additional income. Our challenge is educating the public about professional pet sitting. — Wendy Craig, Pampered Pups Dog Sitting, Dallas, TX
Best Year Ever
For us, times are good, and we’re cruising ahead with a 20-percent-plus increase over last year, which was our best year ever. We look to add some services this year and expand if all goes well. — Eric Mack, Purrrfect Bark, Columbus, NCa
Done, and Correct
As a owner/operator, one of my biggest challenges is finding the time to get everything not only done, but done correctly! — Wendy Megyese, Muttigans, Emerald Isle, NC
Delivery Competition
Our challenge is online shopping and box store competition. Would love a discussion on independents starting delivery services. — Terri Ellen, Nature’s Pet Market, Salem, OR