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Opening a Pet Supply Store: All You Need to Know

August 24, 2022 Pets Team 0

Planning to open a pet supply store is not only a niche for pet lovers but also a chance to enter a multi-billion dollar industry in the United States. Surveys show that pet owners in the U.S. spent $123.6 billion on their pets in 2021.  However, like any business, success doesn’t happen without preparation, and […]

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Something smells fishy about this “Adoption Event”

September 20, 2019 Eric Forrest 0

We cover local pet events. It’s a big part of what we do in an attempt to grow community and spread the word about local, displaced animals and the people who volunteer on behalf of the animals for humane organizations. Events are also a great way for rescues to garner support for their efforts. Not […]

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Local, indie retailers fight for your business vs. Amazon, Chewy

September 16, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

It was a little scary for independent business owners when CostCo and other “big box” stores purported to have everything one would ever need in one convenient location. Now, not only do big box stores like Walmart carry much of what’s needed under one roof, they have websites to peruse, research, and purchase from. Online shopping is […]

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Natural, Organic Pet Products now Mainstream, Driving the Market

March 11, 2017 Eric Forrest 0

Citing what we see from pet owners and retailers here in Omaha, plus what we’re constantly seeing online, it’s clear that natural and organic pet food and other products are not a phase we humans are experimenting with. For a number of years, one had to find an independent, small, niche retailer who carried these […]

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Travel Safely and Comfortably with Pets this Holiday Season!

December 21, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

Ghergich and PetCo have teamed up a few times to create wonderful graphics and blog posts that we can share with you; their latest is about traveling safely and comfortably with pets this holiday season. Read this post from veterinarian Lisa Weeth and check out the cool infographics that accompany the post below. Safe travels! […]