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Pet Store Business Plan Template

Written by Dave Lavinsky

Pet Store Business Plan

You’ve come to the right place to create your Pet Store business plan.

We have helped over 1,000 entrepreneurs and business owners create business plans and many have used them to start or grow their Pet Stores.

Below is an example pet store business plan to help you craft a plan for your own pet store.

Executive Summary

Business overview.

Paws Pet Store is a startup retail pet store business located in Fargo, North Dakota. The business is founded by Jack and Maryann Murray, a couple who have experience in retail sales via an online pet store serving over 7,000 regular customers through their website portal. Jack and Maryann are confident in their combined abilities to bring to the Fargo area a wide selection of products and services they know from their online sales history will appeal to the retail store customers within the region.

In the online store, Jack and Maryann Murray offer a patented series of outdoor apparel for dogs that has sold over fifty thousand dollars at retail in the past three years. The startup retail store will allow them to expand on the sales avenues for the apparel and market extensively to their target audience who live in an extremely cold region of the U.S. during the winter months.

Product & Service Offering

The following are the products and services that Paws Pet Store will provide:

• Retail merchandise for domestic animals: dogs, cats, fish and birds
• Pet food for all categories of domestic animals
• Pet accessories for all categories of domestic animals
• Pet medications and health-related products for all categories of domestic animals
• Patented dog cold-weather coats and related items
• Dog grooming service, including bathing and grooming
• Vet-on-Call (veterinarian service by appointment)

Customer Focus

Paws Pet Store will target all pet owners in the greater Fargo, North Dakota region, including outlying areas of the state. They will target veterinarians in the city of Fargo. They will also target dog trainers and handlers. They will target the owners of dog sled teams and the organizations that produce dog sled races.

Management Team

Paws Pet Store will be owned jointly (50/50) and operated by Jack and Maryann Murray. They have recruited an employee from their online pet store business to take on the role of Office Manager in the new retail store. Carlie Swenson will oversee product deliveries and mail or in-store order fulfillment for customers.

Jack Murray is a graduate of Fargo Community College with an associate’s degree in business. He has worked in the online pet store business for over six years, building a following of over 7,000 regular customers, and has successfully managed the website, SEO and marketing campaigns, the merchandise sales portal and other office duties during that time.

Maryann Murray is a graduate of Northeastern University in Bangor, Maine with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. Her role in the online pet store business has been in the area of purchasing and fulfillment. While in this role, Maryann developed a patented fabric for winter wear that was designed and is now sold as outer garment wear for dogs during the cold winter months in the North Dakota weather. The apparel is extensively utilized by dog sled trainers and owners and has generated over fifty thousand dollars in sales throughout the midwest and northeast regions of the U.S.

Carlie Swenson has worked in the product fulfillment area of the online store business for five years and will move to the retail store to oversee product deliveries and mail or in-store order fulfillment for customers. Her outstanding capability to fulfill orders in a timely and accurate manner has earned her the role of Office Manager, along with opportunities for significant advancement in this new position.

Success Factors

Paws Pet Store will be able to achieve success by offering the following competitive advantages:

• Friendly, knowledgeable, and highly qualified team of Paws Pet Store
• Comprehensive menu of retail products and services within the one-stop retail store
• Complementary services including dog grooming, veterinarian services, and other customized services, such as order fulfillment by express mail for customers
• Exclusive retail store merchandise sales of patented outdoor apparel for dogs
• Paws Pet Store offers the best pricing in town. Their pricing structure is the most cost effective compared to the competition.

Financial Highlights

Paws Pet Store is seeking $200,000 in debt financing to launch its Paws Pet Store. The funding will be dedicated toward securing the retail store and office space and purchasing inventory, office equipment and supplies. Funding will also be dedicated toward three months of overhead costs to include payroll of the staff, rent, and marketing costs for the print ads and social media campaigns. The breakout of the funding is below:

• Office space build-out: $20,000
• Inventory, office equipment, supplies, and materials: $10,000
• Three months of overhead expenses (payroll, rent, utilities): $150,000
• Marketing costs: $10,000
• Working capital: $10,000

The following graph below outlines the financial projections for Paws Pet Store:

Company Overview

Who is paws pet store.

Paws Pet Store is a newly established full-service retail pet store in Fargo, North Dakota. Paws Pet Store will be the most reliable, cost-effective, and efficient choice for pet store customers in Fargo and in the surrounding communities. Paws Pet Store will provide a comprehensive menu of products and services for any pet owner, dog trainer, handler or dog sled team business to utilize. Their full-service approach includes an exclusive, patented line of winter cold-weather outerwear for dogs.

  Paws Pet Store will be able to stock merchandise, sell products and services, offer veterinarian visits, and provide dog grooming services within the Paws Pet Store retail space. The team of professionals are highly qualified and experienced in buying, inventory management, sales, and order fulfillment, office management and financial reporting. Paws Pet Store removes all headaches and issues of pet store customers who used to travel to various locations for products, services and veterinarian care. As a one-stop shop, Paws Pet Store ensures all issues are taken care off expeditiously, while delivering the best products and customer service.

Paws Pet Store History

Since incorporation, Paws Pet Store has achieved the following milestones:

• Registered Paws Pet Products, LLC to transact business in the state of North Dakota.
• Has a contract in Fargo at one of centrally-located retail buildings. Paws Pet Store will set up its office and retail space in 30,000 square feet.
• Has reached out to numerous professional contacts to market the Paws Pet Store.
• Has recruited a staff member to join Paws Pet Store in a management position.

Paws Pet Store Products & Services

The following will be the products and services Paws Pet Store will provide:

Industry Analysis

The pet store industry is expected to grow over the next five years to over $24.5 billion. The growth will be driven by increased ownership of domestic animals and the increasing attention to pet care and pet needs that the U.S. population has embraced. Products and services yet to be developed will increase the demand for pet retail stores, as well as unique products, such as outdoor winter wear for dogs, that will generate additional revenue. In particular, the one-stop service retail style pet stores will increase as consumers choose to take care of buying products and services in an easy, less-complicated process. Costs will likely be reduced as supply chain issues of pet food products and pet products are solved and products are increasingly stocked into inventory and sold through a variety of channels, including retail stores and online website sales.

Customer Analysis

Demographic profile of target market.

Paws Pet Store will target all domestic pet owners in the greater Fargo, North Dakota region, including outlying areas of the state. They will target veterinarians in the city of Fargo. They will also target dog trainers and handlers. They will target the owners of dog sled teams and the organizations that produce dog sled races.

Customer Segmentation

Paws Pet Store will primarily target the following customer profiles:

• Domestic pet owners in Fargo
• Domestic pet owners in greater North Dakota
• Dog trainers
• Dog handlers
• Dog sled team owners
• Dog sled team organizations
• Veterinarians in Fargo

Competitive Analysis

Direct and indirect competitors.

Paws Pet Store will face competition from other companies with similar business profiles. A description of each competitor company follows.

Regal Pet Store

Regal Pet Store was established in 1998 by Earl Wagner, a resident of Fargo, North Dakota. The business is a direct competitor, registered as a sole proprietorship in North Dakota. The 4,000 square foot retail store provides a variety of products for domestic pet owners, specializing in cat and dog indoor play equipment. Additional services include a machine that creates pet name tags and a “puppy playhouse,” where puppies are occasionally sold by breeders.

The promise of Regal Pet Store is to “provide everything you need to keep healthy and happy pets.” The store follows a program that was instituted by Purina Feed Company in 1990, titled “Produce, Provide and Place into Inventory,” a system of inventory management that works on a just-in-time inventory-supply philosophy. This system does not advocate holding inventory within the retail store, but suggests there are advantages to restocking only when one product of any kind is remaining on the shelf. This means customers may not be able to view all available products or obtain products, as most of the inventory is one item as a sample only. The advantage for the store owner is that there is a low outlay of monies upfront; the disadvantage is that customers cannot find products readily available when needed.

Henderson’s Feed & Tack

This retail feed and tack store is an indirect competitor located in Fargo, which supplies farmers and ranch owners throughout the North Dakota region with a wide range of feed, farm supplies and medications for farm and ranch animals. In a small portion of the store, there are products offered for dogs and cats, including pet food and leashes.

Henderson’s Feed & Tack store was founded by John Middleson in 2010, after he experienced a lack of products and feed needed to supply his cattle on the family ranch. Incorporated in 2010 as a C-corporation, the store mainly offers feed bags for farm animals, such as chickens, goats, hogs, along with bulk amounts of hay, oats and corn for ranch animals, such as horses, dairy cows and cattle. The business has garnered a number of farm and ranch customers during the years, most of whom feed their dogs and cats with house table scraps or feed products from Henderson’s Feed & Tack.

This is an indirect competitor because the dog and cat food offerings are severely limited and the target group is tertiary to the primary purpose of the business. As the dogs are “working” dogs, they do not typically require toys, bedding and other domestic animal products. Cats are feral and used to keep the farm and barn areas free of mice, rats and snakes. They are also considered to be “working” cats and are not often domesticated as indoor pets.

Tiny’s Pet Trailer

Timothy Holbrook, also known as “Tiny” Holbrook, began selling pet food and pet supplies as a traveling salesperson in 2015. He registered his business as a sole proprietor and has traveled throughout the Fargo area during the ensuing years. His business is a direct competitor, although confined to his truck bed and a small converted 10-foot trailer that contains pet food and pet supplies. With the increasing cost of fuel and inventory, it is estimated that Timothy Holbrook may close this business within a year or two. At present, Tiny’s Pet Trailer provides a service during the winter months when most customers find it difficult to travel through harsh winter weather. Tiny’s Pet Trailer takes orders via phone and, when enough customers have requested service within a region or city area, Timothy will make a trip throughout the area to drop off requested supplies. The overhead for the retail service has increased as a result of economics, while the prices for products have increased, resulting in lower profits each year for the past six years. This is a seasonal business that operates during the winter months only.

Competitive Advantage

Paws Pet Store will be able to offer the following advantages over their competition:

Marketing Plan

Brand & value proposition.

Paws Pet Store will offer the unique value proposition to its clientele:

• Highly-qualified team of skilled employees that is able to provide a comprehensive array of pet products and services in a one-stop store. This includes pet food, pet accessories, medications, and grooming products.
• Exclusive outlet for patented dog winter-wear apparel. Preferred by dog handlers, trainers and dog sled owners across the midwest and northeast regions
• Veterinarian care offering service hours by appointment
• Dog grooming care offering service hours by appointment
• Unbeatable pricing for clients, offering packages of services or products that can’t be met by any other retail pet store in Fargo

Promotions Strategy

The promotions strategy for Paws Pet Store is as follows:

Word of Mouth/Referrals

Paws Pet Store has built up an extensive list of contacts over the years by providing exceptional service and expertise for their owner’s website store customers. The online customers have indicated a desire to visit the retail store in the building in Fargo to view and purchase supplies not stocked online and take advantage of the dog grooming and veterinary services offered. Online customers will receive special discounts and packages when they sign up to visit and buy from the retail store in addition to website offerings. Customers have also indicated a desire to spread the word about the opening of the Paws Pet Store.

Professional Associations and Networking

Jack and Maryann Murray are members of several community organizations, as well as professional retail associations and specialty supplier networking groups. As such, they will increase their attendance and visibility in these groups and associations to increase awareness of their new store and announce the availability of the exclusive dog apparel line within the retail store.

Print Advertising

Direct mailers, in the form of invitations to the launch of Paws Pet Store, will be delivered to the 126,750 individuals residing in the city. The invitation will include a country dance, discounts on pet products, and a hog-calling contest in the city street. In addition, print ads with special discounts or offerings will be utilized in each week’s edition of the Fargo Times newspaper on Wednesdays, when retail ads are offered to customers.

Website/SEO Marketing

Paws Pet Store will utilize their in-house skills to build and sell products through their retail store business in addition to their already-established website business. The new website will be well organized, informative, and list all their services and will be differentiated from the original website with a different customer message and design throughout. The new website will also list their contact information and list their pet food and supplies available for delivery. Jack Murry will manage the SEO marketing tactics so that anytime someone types in the Google or Bing search engine “Fargo pet store” or “pet store near me”, Paws Pet Store will be listed at the top of the search results.

The pricing of Paws Pet Store will be moderate and on par with competitors so customers feel they receive excellent value when purchasing their services.

Operations Plan

The following will be the operations plan for Paws Pet Store. Operation Functions:

• Maryann Murray will be the Co-owner and President of the company. She will oversee all operations for inventory, networking and association relationships.
• Jack Murray will be the Co-owner and Vice President of the company. He will oversee all staff and manage client relations.
• Carlie Swenson will be the Office Manager who will oversee the office administration, and online order fulfillment.
• Anthony Thompson will be the part-time Accountant who will provide all client accounting, tax payments, and monthly financial reporting.

Milestones:

Paws Pet Store will have the following milestones complete in the next six months.

• 5/1/202X – Finalize contract to lease store and office space
• 5/15/202X – Finalize personnel and staff employment contracts for the Paws Pet Store
• 6/1/202X – Finalize contracts with distributors and wholesalers
• 6/15/202X – Begin networking at industry events
• 6/22/202X – Begin moving into Paws Pet Store retail store
• 7/1/202X – Paws Pet Store opens its office for business

Paws Pet Store will be owned and operated by Jack and Maryann Murray.

Maryann Murray will be the Co-owner and President of the Paws Pet Store business. She is a graduate of Northeastern University in Bangor, Maine with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. Her role in the online pet store business has been in the area of purchasing and fulfillment. While in this role, Maryann developed a patented fabric for winter wear that was designed and is now sold as outer garment wear for dogs during the cold winter months in the North Dakota weather. The apparel is extensively utilized by dog sled trainers and owners and has generated over fifty thousand dollars in sales throughout the midwest and northeast regions of the U.S.

Jack Murray is the co-owner and will be the Vice President of the Paws Pet Store business. He has worked in the online pet store business for over six years, building a following of over 3,000 regular customers, and has successfully managed the website, SEO and marketing campaigns, the merchandise sales portal and other office duties during that time. He is a graduate of Fargo Community College with an associate’s degree in business.

Carlie Swenson has worked in the product fulfillment area of the online store business for five years and will move to the retail store to oversee product deliveries and mail or in-store order fulfillment for customers. Her outstanding capability to fulfill orders in a timely and accurate manner has earned her the role of Office Manager.

Financial Plan

Key revenue & costs.

The revenue drivers for Paws Pet Store are the monies generated by product sales and the fees charged for services provided for customers through the Paws Pet Store.

The cost drivers will be the overhead costs required in order to stock inventory at Paws Pet Store. The expenses will be the payroll cost, rent, utilities, office supplies, and marketing materials.

Funding Requirements and Use of Funds

Paws Pet Store is seeking $200,000 in debt financing to launch its property management business. The funding will be dedicated toward securing the retail and office space and purchasing office equipment and supplies. Funding will also be dedicated towards three months of overhead costs to include payroll of the staff, rent, and marketing costs for the print direct mailers and memberships in community and national organizations. The breakout of the funding is below:

Key Assumptions

The following outlines the key assumptions required in order to achieve the revenue and cost numbers in the financials and in order to pay off the startup business loan.

• Number of Customers Per Month: 600
• Number of Services Provided Per Month: 180
• Average Revenue per Month: $42,000
• Office Lease per Year: $100,000

Financial Projections

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A pet store business plan is a plan to start and/or grow your pet store business. Among other things, it outlines your business concept, identifies your target customers, presents your marketing plan and details your financial projections.

You can easily complete your Pet Store business plan using our Pet Store Business Plan Template here .

What are the Main Types of Pet Store Businesses? 

There are a number of different kinds of pet store businesses , some examples include: Live animal pet store, Pet supply store, Specialty animal pet store, and Puppies.

How Do You Get Funding for Your Pet Store Business Plan?

Pet Store businesses are often funded through small business loans. Personal savings, credit card financing and angel investors are also popular forms of funding.

What are the Steps To Start a Pet Store Business?

Starting a pet store business can be an exciting endeavor. Having a clear roadmap of the steps to start a business will help you stay focused on your goals and get started faster.

1. Develop A Pet Store Business Plan - The first step in starting a business is to create a detailed pet store business plan that outlines all aspects of the venture. This should include potential market size and target customers, the services or products you will offer, pricing strategies and a detailed financial forecast. 

2. Choose Your Legal Structure - It's important to select an appropriate legal entity for your pet store business. This could be a limited liability company (LLC), corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship. Each type has its own benefits and drawbacks so it’s important to do research and choose wisely so that your pet store business is in compliance with local laws.

3. Register Your Pet Store Business - Once you have chosen a legal structure, the next step is to register your pet store business with the government or state where you’re operating from. This includes obtaining licenses and permits as required by federal, state, and local laws.

4. Identify Financing Options - It’s likely that you’ll need some capital to start your pet store business, so take some time to identify what financing options are available such as bank loans, investor funding, grants, or crowdfunding platforms.

5. Choose a Location - Whether you plan on operating out of a physical location or not, you should always have an idea of where you’ll be based should it become necessary in the future as well as what kind of space would be suitable for your operations.

6. Hire Employees - There are several ways to find qualified employees including job boards like LinkedIn or Indeed as well as hiring agencies if needed – depending on what type of employees you need it might also be more effective to reach out directly through networking events.

7. Acquire Necessary Pet Store Equipment & Supplies - In order to start your pet store business, you'll need to purchase all of the necessary equipment and supplies to run a successful operation.

8. Market & Promote Your Business - Once you have all the necessary pieces in place, it’s time to start promoting and marketing your pet store business. This includes creating a website, utilizing social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter, and having an effective Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy. You should also consider traditional marketing techniques such as radio or print advertising. 

Learn more about how to start a successful pet store business:

• How to Open a Pet Store

Pet Store Business Plan Template

Written by Dave Lavinsky

Pet Store Business Plan

Over the past 20+ years, we have helped over 500 entrepreneurs and business owners create business plans to start and grow their pet stores.

If you’re unfamiliar with creating a pet store business plan, you may think creating one will be a time-consuming and frustrating process. For most entrepreneurs it is, but for you, it won’t be since we’re here to help. We have the experience, resources, and knowledge to help you create a great business plan.

In this article, you will learn some background information on why business planning is important. Then, you will learn how to write a pet store business plan step-by-step so you can create your plan today.

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What is a Pet Store Business Plan?

A business plan provides a snapshot of your pet store as it stands today, and lays out your growth plan for the next five years. It explains your business goals and your strategies for reaching them. It also includes market research to support your plans.

Why You Need a Business Plan for a Pet Store

If you’re looking to start a pet store or grow your existing pet store, you need a business plan. A business plan will help you raise funding, if needed, and plan out the growth of your pet store to improve your chances of success. Your pet store business plan is a living document that should be updated annually as your company grows and changes.

Sources of Funding for Pet Stores

With regards to funding, the main sources of funding for a pet store are personal savings, credit cards, bank loans, and angel investors. When it comes to bank loans, banks will want to review your business plan and gain confidence that you will be able to repay your loan and interest. To acquire this confidence, the loan officer will not only want to ensure that your financials are reasonable, but they will also want to see a professional plan. Such a plan will give them the confidence that you can successfully and professionally operate a business. Personal savings and bank loans are the most common funding paths for pet stores.

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How to write a business plan for a pet store.

If you want to start a pet store or expand your current one, you need a business plan. The guide below details the necessary information for how to write each essential component of your pet store business plan.

Executive Summary

Your executive summary provides an introduction to your business plan, but it is normally the last section you write because it provides a summary of each key section of your plan.

The goal of your executive summary is to quickly engage the reader. Explain to them the kind of pet store you are running and the status. For example, are you a startup, do you have a pet store that you would like to grow, or are you operating a chain of pet stores?

Next, provide an overview of each of the subsequent sections of your plan.

• Give a brief overview of the pet store industry.
• Discuss the type of pet store you are operating.
• Detail your direct competitors. Give an overview of your target customers.
• Provide a snapshot of your marketing strategy. Identify the key members of your team.
• Offer an overview of your financial plan.

Company Overview

In your company overview, you will detail the type of pet store you are operating.

For example, you might specialize in one of the following types of pet stores:

• Live animal pet store: This type of business primarily sells live animals (rather than pet supplies) and may specialize in a certain type of pet such as birds, fish, cats, or dogs.
• Pet supply store: This type of pet store sells supplies, food, and toys for domestic pets including dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters, and guinea pigs.
• Specialty animal pet store: This type of pet store specializes in particular types of animal such as reptiles or farm animals and usually carries supplies designed for these specific animals.
• Puppies: This type of pet store specializes in breeding and selling puppies specifically. This type of pet store may also carry a variety of puppy supplies, food, and toys.

In addition to explaining the type of pet store you will operate, the company overview needs to provide background on the business.

Include answers to questions such as:

• When and why did you start the business?
• What milestones have you achieved to date? Milestones could include the number of customers served, the number of pets sold, and reaching $X amount in revenue, etc.
• Your legal business Are you incorporated as an S-Corp? An LLC? A sole proprietorship? Explain your legal structure here.

Industry Analysis

In your industry or market analysis, you need to provide an overview of the pet store industry. While this may seem unnecessary, it serves multiple purposes.

First, researching the pet store industry educates you. It helps you understand the market in which you are operating.

Secondly, market research can improve your marketing strategy, particularly if your analysis identifies market trends.

The third reason is to prove to readers that you are an expert in your industry. By conducting the research and presenting it in your plan, you achieve just that.

The following questions should be answered in the industry analysis section of your pet store business plan:

• How big is the pet store industry (in dollars)?
• Is the market declining or increasing?
• Who are the key competitors in the market?
• Who are the key suppliers in the market?
• What trends are affecting the industry?
• What is the industry’s growth forecast over the next 5 – 10 years?
• What is the relevant market size? That is, how big is the potential target market for your pet store? You can extrapolate such a figure by assessing the size of the market in the entire country and then applying that figure to your local population.

Customer Analysis

The customer analysis section of your pet store business plan must detail the customers you serve and/or expect to serve.

The following are examples of customer segments: individuals, schools, families, and corporations.

As you can imagine, the customer segment(s) you choose will have a great impact on the type of pet store you operate. Clearly, individuals would respond to different marketing promotions than corporations, for example.

Try to break out your target customers in terms of their demographic and psychographic profiles. With regards to demographics, including a discussion of the ages, genders, locations, and income levels of the potential customers you seek to serve.

Psychographic profiles explain the wants and needs of your target customers. The more you can recognize and define these needs, the better you will do in attracting and retaining your customers.

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Competitive Analysis

Your competitive analysis should identify the indirect and direct competitors your business faces and then focus on the latter.

Direct competitors are other pet stores.

Indirect competitors are other options that customers have to purchase from that aren’t directly competing with your product or service. This includes other types of pet stores, big-box pet supply chains (such as Petco or PetsMart), or online pet stores. You need to mention such competition as well.

For each such competitor, provide an overview of their business and document their strengths and weaknesses. Unless you once worked at your competitors’ businesses, it will be impossible to know everything about them. But you should be able to find out key things about them such as

• What types of customers do they serve?
• What type of pet store are they?
• What is their pricing (premium, low, etc.)?
• What are they good at?
• What are their weaknesses?

With regards to the last two questions, think about your answers from the customers’ perspective. And don’t be afraid to ask your competitors’ customers what they like most and least about them.

The final part of your competitive analysis section is to document your areas of competitive advantage. For example:

• Will you make it easier for customers to acquire your product or service?
• Will you offer products or services that your competition doesn’t?
• Will you provide better customer service?
• Will you offer better pricing?

Think about ways you will outperform your competition and document them in this section of your plan.  

Marketing Plan

Traditionally, a marketing plan includes the four P’s: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. For a pet store business plan, your marketing strategy should include the following:

Product : In the product section, you should reiterate the type of pet store that you documented in your company overview. Then, detail the specific products or services you will be offering. For example, will you provide pet food, kennels, toys, or live animals?

Price : Document the prices you will offer and how they compare to your competitors. Essentially in the product and price sub-sections of your plan, you are presenting the products and/or services you offer and their prices.

Place : Place refers to the site of your pet store. Document where your company is situated and mention how the site will impact your success. For example, is your pet store located in a busy retail district, a business district, a standalone storefront, or purely online? Discuss how your site might be the ideal location for your customers.

Promotions : The final part of your pet store marketing plan is where you will document how you will drive potential customers to your location(s). The following are some promotional methods you might consider:

• Advertise in local papers, radio stations and/or magazines
• Reach out to websites
• Distribute flyers
• Engage in email marketing
• Advertise on social media platforms
• Improve the SEO (search engine optimization) on your website for targeted keywords

Operations Plan

While the earlier sections of your business plan explained your goals, your operations plan describes how you will meet them. Your operations plan should have two distinct sections as follows.

Everyday short-term processes include all of the tasks involved in running your pet store, including answering calls, greeting customers, cleaning the store, collecting payments from customers, etc.

Long-term goals are the milestones you hope to achieve. These could include the dates when you expect to acquire your Xth customers,  or when you hope to reach $X in revenue. It could also be when you expect to expand your pet store to a new city.  

Management Team

To demonstrate your pet store’s potential to succeed, a strong management team is essential. Highlight your key players’ backgrounds, emphasizing those skills and experiences that prove their ability to grow a company.

Ideally, you and/or your team members have direct experience in managing pet stores. If so, highlight this experience and expertise. But also highlight any experience that you think will help your business succeed.

If your team is lacking, consider assembling an advisory board. An advisory board would include 2 to 8 individuals who would act as mentors to your business. They would help answer questions and provide strategic guidance. If needed, look for advisory board members with experience in managing a pet store.  

Financial Plan

Your financial plan should include your 5-year financial statement broken out both monthly or quarterly for the first year and then annually. Your financial statements include your income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

Income Statement

An income statement is more commonly called a Profit and Loss statement or P&L. It shows your revenue and then subtracts your costs to show whether you turned a profit or not.

In developing your income statement, you need to devise assumptions. For example, will you expect to serve an average of 20 customers per day, and will you offer a discount for repeat shoppers? And will sales grow by 2% or 10% per year? As you can imagine, your choice of assumptions will greatly impact the financial forecasts for your business. As much as possible, conduct research to try to root your assumptions in reality.

Balance Sheets

Balance sheets show your assets and liabilities. While balance sheets can include much information, try to simplify them to the key items you need to know about. For instance, if you spend $50,000 on building out your pet store, this will not give you immediate profits. Rather it is an asset that will hopefully help you generate profits for years to come. Likewise, if a lender writes you a check for $50,000, you don’t need to pay it back immediately. Rather, that is a liability you will pay back over time.

Cash Flow Statement

Your cash flow statement will help determine how much money you need to start or grow your business, and ensure you never run out of money. What most entrepreneurs and business owners don’t realize is that you can turn a profit but run out of money and go bankrupt.

When creating your Income Statement and Balance Sheets be sure to include several of the key costs needed in starting or growing a pet store:

• Cost of equipment and pet store supplies
• Payroll or salaries paid to staff
• Business insurance
• Other start-up expenses (if you’re a new business) like legal expenses, permits, computer software, and equipment

Attach your full financial projections in the appendix of your plan along with any supporting documents that make your plan more compelling. For example, you might include your pet store location lease or photos of the different types of animals that can be found in your store.  

Writing a business plan for your pet store is a worthwhile endeavor. If you follow the template above, by the time you are done, you will truly be an expert. You will understand the pet store industry, your competition, and your customers. You will develop a marketing strategy and will understand what it takes to launch and grow a successful pet store.  

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How Do You Start a Pet Store Business?

Starting a pet store business is easy with these 14 steps:

• Choose the Name for Your Pet Store Business
• Create Your Pet Store Business Plan
• Choose the Legal Structure for Your Pet Store Business
• Secure Startup Funding for Your Pet Store Business (If Needed)
• Secure a Location for Your Business
• Register Your Pet Store Business with the IRS
• Open a Business Bank Account
• Get a Business Credit Card
• Get the Required Business Licenses and Permits
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• Buy or Lease the Right Pet Store Business Equipment
• Develop Your Pet Store Business Marketing Materials
• Purchase and Setup the Software Needed to Run Your Pet Store Business
• Open for Business

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Have you ever envisioned opening a pet store that becomes a haven for pet lovers and their furry friends alike? If you're passionate about starting this journey but unsure where to start, you've landed on the perfect page.

In the content that follows, we're excited to present to you a comprehensive sample business plan tailored for a pet store.

As an aspiring entrepreneur, you're likely aware that a robust business plan is crucial for laying the foundation of a successful venture. It serves as a roadmap, outlining your vision, objectives, and the strategies you plan to implement to thrive in the pet industry.

To streamline your planning process and get you started on the right paw, feel free to utilize our pet store business plan template. Our team of experts is also on standby to provide a complimentary review and fine-tuning of your plan.

How to draft a great business plan for your pet store?

A good business plan for a pet store must cater to the unique aspects of the pet retail industry.

Initially, it's crucial to provide a comprehensive overview of the pet market. This should include current statistics and the identification of emerging trends within the pet industry, as illustrated in our pet store business plan template .

Your business plan should articulate your vision clearly. Define your target market (pet owners, animal enthusiasts, specific pet communities), and establish your pet store's distinctive appeal (specialty breeds, eco-friendly pet products, grooming services, etc.).

Market analysis is the next critical component. This requires an in-depth look at local competitors, market dynamics, and consumer buying habits related to pet care and products.

For a pet store, it's imperative to detail the range of products and services you intend to offer. This could include pet food, toys, accessories, grooming, and veterinary services. Explain how these offerings will satisfy the needs and preferences of your target customers.

The operational plan is equally important. It should outline the location of your pet store, the layout of the retail and service areas, supplier relationships for pet products, and any service provision logistics.

For a pet store, highlighting the quality of products, the expertise in pet care, and adherence to animal welfare standards is essential.

Then, delve into your marketing and sales strategies. How do you plan to attract pet owners and build a loyal customer base? Consider promotional tactics, loyalty programs, and cross-selling opportunities (such as pairing pet food with accessories).

Incorporating digital strategies, like maintaining an informative website or an engaging social media presence, is also vital in the digital age.

The financial section is another cornerstone. It should encompass the initial investment, projected sales, ongoing expenses, and the point at which the business will become profitable.

In a pet store, product margins can vary widely, so precise planning and a thorough understanding of your financials are crucial. For assistance, refer to our financial forecast for a pet store .

Compared to other business plans, a pet store's plan must pay extra attention to factors such as the sourcing of ethical products, compliance with pet industry regulations, and the potential for offering in-store services.

A well-crafted business plan is a tool for the owner to refine their strategy and tactics, as well as to attract investors or secure loans.

Investors and lenders are looking for comprehensive market research, realistic financial projections, and a clear operational strategy for managing a pet store.

By presenting a thorough and substantiated plan, you showcase your dedication and preparedness for the successful operation of your pet store.

To achieve these goals while maximizing efficiency, you can fill out our pet store business plan template .

A free example of business plan for a pet store

Here, we will provide a concise and illustrative example of a business plan for a specific project.

This example aims to provide an overview of the essential components of a business plan. It is important to note that this version is only a summary. As it stands, this business plan is not sufficiently developed to support a profitability strategy or convince a bank to provide financing.

To be effective, the business plan should be significantly more detailed, including up-to-date market data, more persuasive arguments, a thorough market study, a three-year action plan, as well as detailed financial tables such as a projected income statement, projected balance sheet, cash flow budget, and break-even analysis.

All these elements have been thoroughly included by our experts in the business plan template they have designed for a pet store .

Here, we will follow the same structure as in our business plan template.

Market Opportunity

Market data and figures.

The pet industry is a robust and growing sector with impressive figures.

Recently, the global pet market was valued at over 100 billion dollars, and this trend is projected to continue, driven by the increasing number of pet owners and their willingness to spend on pet care and products.

In the United States alone, there are over 13,000 pet stores, contributing to an annual revenue of approximately 20 billion dollars for the pet retail sector.

These statistics underscore the integral role pet stores play in American society and their substantial economic impact.

Current trends in the pet industry indicate a move towards more premium, health-conscious, and eco-friendly products.

Pet owners are increasingly opting for natural and organic pet foods, as well as high-quality grooming products. There is also a rise in demand for tech-based pet accessories, such as GPS collars and automated feeders.

Sustainability is becoming a priority, with a growing number of pet stores offering eco-friendly toys and accessories made from recycled materials.

Additionally, the rise of pet-friendly spaces and services, such as pet hotels and daycare, reflects the evolving lifestyle of pet owners who seek the best for their animal companions.

Online pet supply sales are booming, offering convenience and a wider range of products for discerning pet owners.

Transparency in product sourcing and ethical considerations, such as cruelty-free products, are becoming more important to consumers, influencing their purchasing decisions.

These trends highlight the pet industry's adaptability to the changing preferences and values of pet owners in the 21st century.

Success Factors

The success of a pet store hinges on several critical elements.

First and foremost, the quality and variety of products offered are vital. A pet store that provides a wide range of high-quality food, toys, and accessories is more likely to build a loyal customer base.

Innovation in product offerings, including unique and specialized items, can help differentiate a store in a competitive market.

A convenient and accessible location is also a key factor in attracting and retaining customers.

Exceptional customer service, with knowledgeable and friendly staff, is essential for creating a welcoming environment for pet owners and their pets.

Lastly, effective cost management, commitment to sustainability, and the ability to keep up with industry trends, such as offering organic pet food or tech gadgets for pets, are crucial for the long-term success of a pet store.

The Project

Project presentation.

Our pet store project is designed to cater to the needs of pet owners and animal lovers within the community. Strategically located in a pet-friendly neighborhood or near veterinary clinics, this store will offer a comprehensive range of products and services for various types of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, fish, and small mammals. From high-quality pet foods and treats to toys, accessories, and grooming products, our store will be a one-stop-shop for pet care essentials.

We will also provide services such as pet grooming, training sessions, and adoption events to enhance the bond between pets and their owners.

Our pet store is set to become a hub for pet enthusiasts, offering not only products and services but also a space for community engagement and animal welfare education.

Value Proposition

The value proposition of our pet store is centered around offering a diverse and high-quality selection of pet products and services that cater to the well-being and happiness of pets and their owners.

Our dedication to providing an extensive range of pet care items, coupled with expert advice and personalized service, ensures a fulfilling shopping experience for pet owners. We are committed to fostering a pet-friendly environment where customers can find everything they need to nurture and enjoy life with their animal companions.

By focusing on the health, comfort, and enjoyment of pets, our store aims to become a cornerstone in the community, enriching the lives of pets and their families.

Project Owner

The project owner is an avid animal lover with a wealth of experience in pet care and retail management.

Having worked in various capacities within the pet industry, from veterinary assistance to managing pet supply stores, the owner brings a deep understanding of what pets and pet owners need and desire. With a strong commitment to animal welfare and customer satisfaction, the owner is poised to create a pet store that stands out for its quality products, knowledgeable staff, and community-focused approach.

Driven by a passion for animals and a desire to make a positive impact on the pet community, the project owner is the heart of this venture, dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and those who love them.

The Market Study

Market segments.

The market segments for this pet store are divided into several categories.

First, there are pet owners who are looking for high-quality food, toys, and accessories for their pets, ranging from dogs and cats to birds and exotic animals.

Next, there are individuals who are first-time pet owners seeking guidance and products to start caring for their new companions.

The market also includes pet enthusiasts who are interested in specialty items and premium products that may not be available at general retailers.

Finally, professional pet service providers such as veterinarians, pet groomers, and trainers can be a key segment by recommending the pet store's products to their clients.

SWOT Analysis

A SWOT analysis of this pet store project reveals several aspects.

Strengths include a wide variety of products, knowledgeable staff, and a strong commitment to pet welfare and customer service.

Weaknesses could include the challenge of competing with online retailers and big-box stores that offer lower prices due to economies of scale.

Opportunities lie in the growing trend of pet humanization, where owners treat their pets as family members and are willing to spend more on their well-being, as well as in the potential for community engagement and partnerships with local pet service providers.

Finally, threats could include market saturation with many pet stores and online options, as well as economic downturns that could reduce consumer spending on non-essential pet products.

Competitor Analysis

Competitor analysis in the pet retail sector reveals a diverse range of competition.

Among direct competitors are other local pet stores, large pet retail chains, and online pet supply retailers.

These competitors strive to offer convenience, competitive pricing, and a broad selection of products to attract pet owners.

Potential competitive advantages include personalized customer service, unique product offerings, community involvement, and a strong online presence.

Understanding competitors' strengths and weaknesses is crucial for carving out a niche in the market and fostering customer loyalty.

Competitive Advantages

Our pet store's commitment to the health and happiness of pets is at the core of our business model.

We offer a curated selection of high-quality foods, durable toys, and comfortable accessories, all chosen with the well-being of pets in mind.

Additionally, our knowledgeable staff provides personalized service and expert advice, helping pet owners make informed decisions for their pets.

We also engage with the local community through events and partnerships, building a reputation as a trusted resource for pet lovers.

Our dedication to customer satisfaction and our passion for animals set us apart in a competitive market.

You can also read our articles about: - the customer segments of a pet store - the competition study for a pet store

The Strategy

Development plan.

Our three-year development plan for the pet store is designed to cater to the needs of pet owners and their beloved animals.

In the first year, we will concentrate on building a strong local customer base by offering a wide range of high-quality pet products and services.

The second year will focus on expanding our reach by opening additional locations in pet-friendly communities and increasing our online presence.

In the third year, we plan to diversify our offerings with exclusive pet care services, such as grooming and training, and to establish partnerships with local animal shelters and veterinary clinics.

Throughout this period, we will remain dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining a diverse and sustainable product line, and staying abreast of industry trends to ensure the satisfaction and loyalty of our customers and their pets.

Business Model Canvas

The Business Model Canvas for our pet store targets pet owners looking for quality products and services for their pets.

Our value proposition is centered around providing a one-stop-shop experience with a wide selection of products, knowledgeable staff, and additional pet care services.

We will sell our products through our physical store locations and an online platform, utilizing key resources such as our knowledgeable staff, a well-curated inventory, and a user-friendly website.

Key activities include sales, customer service, inventory management, and the provision of pet care services.

Our revenue streams will be generated from the sales of pet products, services, and potentially, pet adoption fees, while our costs will be associated with inventory procurement, staff salaries, and operational expenses.

Find a complete and editable real Business Model Canvas in our business plan template .

Marketing Strategy

Our marketing strategy is centered on building a strong community presence and fostering a deep connection with pet owners.

We plan to engage with our target audience through educational content about pet care, community events, and partnerships with local animal organizations.

We will leverage social media to showcase our products, share customer testimonials, and provide a platform for pet owners to connect and share their experiences.

Additionally, we will offer loyalty programs, promotions, and in-store events to encourage repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals.

Our goal is to become a trusted resource and community hub for pet lovers, ensuring that our store is the go-to destination for all their pet-related needs.

Risk Policy

The risk policy for our pet store is designed to mitigate risks associated with product quality, supply chain management, and customer satisfaction.

We will implement strict quality control measures to ensure that all products meet safety and health standards. We will also work closely with reputable suppliers to maintain a reliable inventory.

Regular staff training will be conducted to provide excellent customer service and knowledgeable advice on pet care.

To manage financial risks, we will maintain a conservative budgeting approach and have contingency plans in place for unexpected events.

We will also secure comprehensive insurance to protect against potential liabilities related to our products and services.

Our priority is to provide safe, high-quality products and services to our customers while safeguarding the well-being of their pets.

Why Our Project is Viable

We are committed to launching a pet store that will serve the needs of pet owners and contribute to the well-being of their pets.

With a focus on quality, community engagement, and comprehensive pet care solutions, we believe our business will thrive in a market that values the health and happiness of animals.

We are passionate about creating a welcoming environment for pet owners and look forward to the opportunity to grow a successful and responsible pet store business.

We are adaptable and ready to evolve with the market to ensure the long-term viability of our pet store.

You can also read our articles about: - the Business Model Canvas of a pet store - the marketing strategy for a pet store

The Financial Plan

Of course, the text presented below is far from sufficient to serve as a solid and credible financial analysis for a bank or potential investor. They expect specific numbers, financial statements, and charts demonstrating the profitability of your project.

All these elements are available in our business plan template for a pet store and our financial plan for a pet store .

Initial expenses for our pet store include the cost of leasing a retail space, outfitting the store with pet-friendly shelving and displays, purchasing initial inventory such as pet food, toys, and accessories, obtaining necessary licenses and permits, investing in a point-of-sale system, and implementing marketing strategies to attract pet owners in the community.

Our revenue assumptions are based on a thorough market analysis of pet ownership trends, the local demand for pet products and services, and the competitive landscape of pet stores in the area.

We expect sales to grow steadily as we establish our brand as a trusted source for high-quality pet supplies and exceptional customer service.

The projected income statement outlines expected revenues from the sale of pet products and potential services like grooming or pet sitting, cost of goods sold (inventory purchases), labor costs, and operating expenses (rent, utilities, marketing, insurance, etc.).

This results in a forecasted net profit that is essential for assessing the long-term viability of our pet store.

The projected balance sheet will display assets such as inventory, store fixtures, and cash, against liabilities including any loans and accounts payable.

It will provide a snapshot of the financial position of our pet store at the end of each fiscal period.

Our projected cash flow statement will detail the cash inflows from sales and outflows for expenses, helping us to ensure that we maintain adequate cash reserves to support day-to-day operations.

The projected financing plan will outline the sources of funding we intend to use to cover our initial setup costs and any additional financial support needed.

The working capital requirement for our pet store will be carefully managed to ensure we can afford ongoing expenses such as inventory replenishment, staff wages, and other operational costs.

The break-even analysis will determine the level of sales we need to achieve to cover all our costs and begin generating a profit.

It will signal the point at which our pet store becomes financially sustainable.

Key performance indicators we will monitor include the inventory turnover rate to measure the efficiency of our stock management, the gross margin on pet products to assess profitability, and customer satisfaction levels to gauge our success in meeting the needs of pet owners.

These indicators will be instrumental in evaluating the financial health and success of our pet store.

If you want to know more about the financial analysis of this type of activity, please read our article about the financial plan for a pet store .

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Pet Store Business Plan

Published May.08, 2023

Updated Apr.23, 2024

By: Jakub Babkins

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1. Pet Store Business Plan Example And Sample

This pet store business plan outlines the strategy and goals necessary to open and operate a successful pet store. Covering all aspects of how to start a pet store business plan, including the mission statement, market analysis, operational plan, and financial plan, this business plan template will provide a comprehensive guide to help you reach your goals. Detailed instructions, tips, and examples will ensure that even first-time entrepreneurs can easily create a business plan that will help them succeed.

2. Executive Summary

Business overview.

Petland is a pet store that specializes in selling high-quality pet supplies and accessories for all kinds of pets. We will offer a wide variety of products, from pet food and toys to beds and grooming supplies. In the Veterinary Clinic Business Plan , we will also provide pet services such as grooming, boarding, pet sitting, and a pet pharmacy store. Our goal is to provide customers with a one-stop shop for all of their pet needs.

Our team comprises experienced pet industry professionals with the knowledge and expertise to provide the best quality products and services for our customers. We will focus on providing a high level of customer service and satisfaction to ensure that customers have a positive experience. Our store will be located in a high-traffic area with easy access to parking so that customers can conveniently access our store. We will also have a website and social media presence to reach potential customers and keep them informed of our new products and services.

The pet supply store business plan is to differentiate ourselves by offering competitive prices, a wide selection of products, and exceptional customer service. We will also host special events such as pet adoption days and seminars to educate customers and provide a unique experience. We anticipate seeing steady growth in sales in the first year of operations and beyond.

We believe that with our commitment to quality and customer service, Petlandbecome the go-to pet store in our area. We will strive to provide our customers with the best products and services to ensure they have a positive experience with us.

Our pet store, Petland, is a one-stop shop for all pet needs. We offer various pet supplies and services, from pet food and toys to grooming and veterinarian services. We provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for pets and pet owners, as we strongly believe in providing an enjoyable shopping experience. 

Our products include

• Pet food (dry, wet, and raw)
• Pet accessories (collars, leashes, beds, etc.)
• Grooming services
• Vet services
• Aquatic products
• Pet supplies (shampoo, brushes, etc.)
• Pet health products (vitamins, supplements, etc.)

Customer Focus

The business plan template for the pet store is designed to provide top-notch pet supplies and services to pet owners in our local community. Our focus is to build relationships with our customers by providing excellent customer service, quality products, and knowledgeable advice to help them meet their beloved pets’ needs. Our mission is to help pet owners give their pets the best care they deserve.

Management Team

The management team at Pet Store Company is made up of three experienced professionals with decades of experience in the pet industry. Our CEO, Steve Smith, has 20 years of experience as a pet store owner and business manager. Our CFO, Mary Jones, has 10 years of financial and accounting experience. Our Operations Manager, John Doe, has 15 years of experience in pet store operations and customer service. With their combined expertise and knowledge, they are dedicated to providing the best possible customer service and creating a positive and successful business.

Success Factors

The success of our pet store business will be determined by our ability to create a positive customer experience, a wide selection of quality products, competitive pricing, and strategic marketing. Similar to the Dog Walking Business Plan , we will maintain high customer service, constantly innovate our product offerings, and find ways to engage our customers with engaging messaging and events. Additionally, we will leverage our relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and ensure a steady supply of high-quality products. Finally, we will employ digital and traditional marketing tactics to reach our target demographic and build a loyal customer base.

Financial Highlights

This simple business plan example for a small retail pet store is projected to generate a net profit of $200,000 in the first year. Other financial highlights are as follows

• The initial start-up cost of $150,000
• Operating break-even point of $125,000
• Gross margin of 35%
• Average monthly revenue of $20,000
• Total expenses of $18,000
• 5-year cumulative net profit of $1,000,000
• Return on investment of 7%

3. Company Overview

Who is petland pet store.

Petland Pet Store is a full-service pet store specializing in providing pet owners with high-quality pet supplies and services. We provide many products and services, such as pet food, toys, supplies, pet grooming, and pet training. In the Dog Training Business Plan , we strive to provide our customers with the best possible service and the highest quality products. We are committed to providing our customers with the best possible experience when it comes to their pets needs. We strive to be the pet industry leader and the go-to source for pet owners.

Petland Pet Store History

Highly efficient service.

Highly Efficient Service! I am incredibly happy with the outcome; Alex and his team are highly efficient professionals with a diverse bank of knowledge.

Petland Pet Store is a family-owned and operated business that has been in the pet retail industry since 1988. Founded by the current CEO, Mr. Steve Smith, Petland has grown to become one of the leading pet retail stores in the United States. 

At Petland, we believe that all pets deserve the highest quality of care. We provide a variety of products and services, including pet grooming, pet adoption, and pet boarding. We also offer a wide selection of pet accessories, pet food, toys, treats, and more. 

At Petland, we strive to create a safe and fun environment for both pets and pet owners. We employ experienced, knowledgeable staff members to provide the highest level of customer service. Our staff is passionate about animals and the pet care industry and is dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible care and assistance. 

At Petland, we are committed to ensuring our animals are healthy and happy. We proudly offer a wide selection of top-quality pet products and services. Our goal is to provide our customers with the best possible shopping experience and ensure that all our pets are healthy and well-cared for. 

We are proud to be one of the leading pet retail stores in the United States, and we look forward to continuing to offer our customers the best possible shopping experience.

4. Industry Analysis

The pet store industry is a multi-billion dollar industry and is expected to grow over the next five years. The global pet care market size was valued at $138,270.0 million in 2020 and is estimated to reach $269,497.5 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 6.2% from 2021 to 2030. 

Source: https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/pet-care-market-A06512

The industry is highly fragmented and competitive, with many players ranging from large, established pet stores to small, independent stores. The industry is highly competitive, with companies competing on price, selection, and customer service. The industry is also highly regulated, with laws governing the sale of certain pet products, such as food and medications.

The industry is expected to benefit from the growing trend of pet owners spending more on their pets. Pet owners are increasingly treating their pets as family members and spending more on pet-related products and services such as grooming, boarding, and vet care. Additionally, the increasing trend of pet humanization is driving demand for pet products that are more tailored to their needs, such as designer clothing and toys.

In addition, the trend towards online shopping is impacting the industry, with many pet stores now offering online ordering and delivery services. This has allowed pet stores to expand their reach and increase their customer base.

Overall, the pet store industry is expected to continue to grow over the next five years. The increasing trend of pet humanization and the growth of online pet stores will be the key drivers of industry growth.

5. Customer Analysis

Demographic profile of target market.

The target market for this pet store business plan is primarily comprised of adults aged 25-45, with a gender split of 70% female and 30% male. The majority of these customers have an average household income of between $50,000 and $100,000 and are well-educated, college-educated individuals. Over half are married, and 30% have children. Most importantly, 50% of this demographic owns one or more pets. This target market is located primarily in urban and suburban areas and is highly likely to frequent pet stores for their pet needs.

• Gender: 70% Female, 30% Male
• Income: $50,000 – $100,000
• Location: Urban and suburban areas
• Education: College educated
• Marital Status: Married
• Children: 30% with children

Pet Ownership: 50% own one or more pets

Customer Segmentation

• Pet Owners: Our primary target market will be pet owners. We will focus on providing pet owners with quality products for their pets and helping them give their pets the best possible care. We will target pet owners in the local area, as well as those who are willing to travel to our store.
• Veterinarians: Our secondary target market will be veterinarians. We will work with local veterinarians to provide them with pet supplies and specialty items. We will also work with them to provide pet owners with advice and guidance on providing their pets with the best possible care.
• Pet Breeders: Our third target market will be pet breeders. We will provide pet breeders with the products they need to raise healthy and happy pets. 
• Pet Grooming Services: Our fourth target market will be pet grooming services. We will provide grooming services with the products they need to keep their customers’ pets looking and feeling their best. We will also advise and guide you on providing the best possible pet grooming services.

6. Competitive Analysis

A competitive analysis is an assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and potential competitors and a guide on how to open a pet store. This analysis provides both an offensive and defensive strategic context to identify opportunities and threats. Our pet store business plan will include a comprehensive competitive analysis.

Direct and Indirect Competitors

Direct Competitors

• PetSmart: PetSmart is a leading pet store chain that offers pet supplies, services, and pet adoptions. They have a wide selection of pet products and services, including grooming, training, and vet services. PetSmart also offers pet adoption services and works with local rescue organizations to help find homes for pets in need.
• Petco: Petco is another large pet store chain that offers a variety of pet supplies, services, and pet adoptions. Petco offers a wide selection of pet products, including food, toys, and accessories.
• Local Pet Stores: Local pet stores are independently owned and operated businesses that offer pet supplies and services. These stores may offer a limited selection of pet products and services, but they typically have knowledgeable staff that can help customers find the right products for their pets.

Indirect Competitors

• Online Retailers: Online retailers, such as Amazon, Chewy, and PetFlow, offer a wide selection of pet products at competitive prices. These retailers typically offer free shipping and fast delivery times, making them a convenient option for pet owners.
• Discount Stores: Discount stores, such as Walmart, Target, and Costco, offer pet supplies at discounted prices. These stores may not offer as wide of a selection as pet stores, but they can be a good option for pet owners looking to save money.
• Veterinary Clinics: Veterinary clinics may offer pet supplies and services, such as vaccinations, flea and tick treatments, and heartworm preventatives. Veterinary clinics typically have knowledgeable staff that can help pet owners find the right products for their pets.

Competitive Advantage

In opening a pet store business, our competitive advantage lies in the fact that we are the only pet store in the area to offer a full-service approach to pet care. We are a one-stop shop that offers everything from pet food, toys, and supplies to grooming, boarding, and training services. Similar to the Pet Hotel Business Plan , our experienced staff has extensive knowledge of all pet-related products and services, ensuring that our customers are able to find the exact items and services they need for their pets. Additionally, we offer competitive prices and discounts on our products, services, and other pet-related items. As a result, our customers are able to save money while getting the best possible care for their pets.

7. Marketing Plan

• Branding: Develop a unique brand identity for the pet store, including logo, colors, and slogan.
• Advertising: Utilize both traditional and digital advertising channels, such as radio, print, television, and social media, to reach potential customers.
• Public Relations: Implement a public relations strategy to improve the pet store’s reputation and visibility through media coverage, press releases, events, and other activities.
• Website: Develop a website to showcase the pet store’s products and services as an online pet store and also to provide information and resources to potential customers.

Promotions Strategy

• Loyalty Programs: Offer loyalty programs to reward customers for repeat purchases.
• Discounts and Special Offers: Create discounts and special offers to encourage customers to purchase products from the pet store.
• Events: Host events, such as pet adoption days, seminars, and pet-related activities, to attract customers to the store and create a positive brand image.
• Promotional Materials: Develop promotional materials, such as brochures, flyers, and postcards, to distribute to target markets.

Cost-based Pricing: Set prices based on the cost of goods sold, including the cost of labor and overhead.

Market-based Pricing: Set prices based on the current market conditions and the competition.

Value-based Pricing: Set prices based on the perceived value of the products and services offered by the pet store.

Promotional Pricing: Implement promotional pricing strategies, such as discounts and special offers, to attract new customers and boost sales.

8. Operations Plan

Operation functions.

Product Procurement: Procuring a wide range of pet food, supplies, and other items necessary to operate a successful pet store. This includes researching and selecting vendors that offer quality products at a competitive price.

Product Storage and Inventory Management: Creating a system for stocking and managing the pet store’s inventory to ensure that the right products are always readily available for customers.

Staffing: Recruiting, hiring, and training a team of knowledgeable and friendly employees who are passionate about pets and customer service.

Customer Service: Creating an environment where customers feel welcomed and are offered the highest quality of customer service.

Marketing: Develop a marketing strategy to attract new customers and build brand loyalty among existing customers.

3/22/202X – Launch online pet store

4/1/202X – Hire pet store staff

4/8/202X – Develop pet care services

4/15/202X –Secure pet store location

4/22/202X – Finalize pet store business plan

5/1/202X – Acquire inventory and supplies

5/8/202X – Launch grand opening event

5/15/202X – Establish marketing campaigns

5/22/202X – Analyze customer feedback

5/28/202X – Expand pet store services

9. Management Team 

The management team of the pet store business plan will include the following key members:

• Owner/Founder: The owner will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the pet store, setting and achieving sales goals, and ensuring that all financial objectives are met.
• Store Manager: The store manager will be responsible for managing the store operations, including hiring and training staff, inventory and cash management, customer service, and merchandising.
• Pet Care Specialist: The pet care specialist will be responsible for providing pet care advice to customers, as well as ensuring that all of the pet store’s products are properly stored, labeled, and cared for.
• Financial Officer: The financial officer will maintain the pet store’s finances and prepare financial statements.
• Marketing Director: The marketing director will create and execute marketing campaigns to attract new and retain current customers.
• Maintenance Technician: The maintenance technician will keep the pet store’s building and equipment in good condition.
• Customer Service Representative: The customer service representative will be responsible for providing excellent customer service to all customers, including answering questions and resolving any customer complaints.

10. Financial Plan

In starting a pet store business plan, we are seeking $75,000 in startup capital to open a pet store. This capital will be used to cover the cost of renting a retail space, equipment, supplies, and hiring employees.

Key Revenue & Costs

Key Revenue

The key revenue sources of our pet store will be the sale of pet food, pet toys, pet supplies, and pet accessories. We plan to offer our customers a wide selection of products and competitive prices. We will also offer services such as pet grooming, pet boarding, and pet training.

• Rent: Our estimated cost for rent is $2,500/month
• Equipment & Supplies: We estimate the cost of equipment and supplies to be $20,000
• Employees: We plan to hire three full-time employees at minimum wage.
• Advertising: We plan to spend $5,000 on advertising in the first year.
• Utilities: We anticipate monthly utilities to be $500.

Funding Requirements and Use of Funds

Funding Requirements 

The pet store business requires $75,000 in funding to cover start-up costs. The funding will cover:

• Inventory: $25,000
• Business Registration and Licensing Fees: $2,000
• Lease Deposits: $10,000
• Equipment: $15,000
• Working Capital: $23,000

Use of Funds

The $75,000 in funding will be used to purchase inventory, pay for business registration and licensing fees, secure a lease, purchase equipment, and provide working capital. The funds will be used to purchase the necessary equipment and supplies, pay for insurance, and hire additional employees to help run the store. The funds will also be used to market the store and create an online presence. The funds will also be used to pay for any necessary repairs and upgrades to the store.

Licensing organization in the Pet Store industry: https://www.mass.gov/pet-shop-licensing-and-inspection-program

Key Assumptions

The initial start-up costs of the business will be $75,000.

The pet store will be located in a high-traffic and visible area in order to attract more customers.

The store will employ 2-3 part-time employees to manage the store.

The store will focus on selling pet food, supplies, and accessories.

The store will offer a wide variety of pet food, supplies, and accessories to meet the needs of all pet owners.

The store will leverage the use of social media and online marketing in order to increase brand awareness and reach potential customers.

The store will offer discounts and promotions throughout the year to attract more customers.

The store will be open 7 days a week.

The store will accept major credit cards and online payments.

The store will offer free delivery for orders over $50.

The store will be priced competitively to attract more customers.

Financial Projections

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How do you build a successful pet store? 

The key to building a successful pet store is to ensure that you have a deep understanding of the pet industry. You need to understand the types of pets that are popular, the trends in pet care, and how to provide the best customer service. Additionally, you need to have a well-stocked inventory that includes a variety of different pets, as well as pet supplies, such as food, toys, bedding, and grooming supplies. It is also important to create a welcoming environment that is comfortable for both pets and their owners.

This includes providing a clean and comfortable space for customers and their pets, as well as offering a variety of different services, such as pet training and grooming. Finally, it is essential to build relationships with customers and to establish a strong presence in the community. This can include attending pet-related events, sponsoring contests, and offering discounts and promotions. By following these steps, you can create a successful pet store that will thrive for years to come.

Is pet a good business? 

It depends on the type of pet business. Some pet businesses can be profitable and successful, while others may not be. It is important to do your research and understand the market before launching a pet business.

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How To Write a Business Plan for Pet Store in 9 Steps: Checklist

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Welcome to our blog post on how to write a business plan for a pet store in just 9 steps. With the pet industry experiencing rapid growth in recent years, now is the perfect time to set up your own pet store and capitalize on this booming market. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), Americans spent a record-breaking $103.6 billion on their pets in 2020, demonstrating the immense potential and profitability of this industry.

Before diving into the steps of creating a business plan, it's essential to research the pet industry thoroughly. Gain insights into current market trends, consumer preferences, and projected growth rates. Determine the demand for pet products and services in your area, whether it's dog food, cat toys, or grooming services.

Identifying your target market is crucial for tailoring your business plan and offerings. Consider demographics, such as age, location, and income level, to understand your potential customers better. By understanding their needs and preferences, you'll be better equipped to meet their expectations and build a loyal customer base.

A competitive analysis will help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of existing pet stores in your area. Identify what sets them apart and how you can differentiate your store. This information will help you craft a unique selling proposition (USP), which will be the foundation of your pet store's brand and marketing efforts.

Once you have a clear USP, it's time to define your product and service offerings. Determine the range of pet products you will sell, such as premium pet food brands, eco-friendly toys, or specialized accessories. Consider offering additional services like grooming or training to attract a broader customer base.

Develop a pricing strategy that strikes a balance between profitability and affordability for your customers. Research price points and markup percentages in the pet industry to set competitive prices while ensuring a healthy profit margin for your business.

A well-thought-out marketing and advertising plan will help you reach your target audience effectively. Utilize online platforms, social media, and local advertising channels to promote your pet store. Consider partnering with local animal shelters or hosting adoption events to further engage with the community.

Before launching your pet store, determine the required startup costs and funding sources. Calculate expenses such as store location, inventory, equipment, and licensing fees. Explore options like small business loans, crowdfunding, or personal savings to secure the necessary funds.

Lastly, establish a timeline for opening your pet store, ensuring that you allow ample time for completing necessary tasks such as securing a location, sourcing suppliers, and hiring staff. Set realistic milestones and deadlines to keep your progress on track.

By following these 9 essential steps, you'll be well on your way to creating a comprehensive and effective business plan for your pet store. Stay tuned for our upcoming blog posts, where we will dive deeper into each step and provide actionable tips to help you succeed in this thriving industry.

Research The Pet Industry

Before starting a pet store, it is crucial to thoroughly research the pet industry to gain a comprehensive understanding of the market. This research will help you make informed decisions and develop a successful business plan. Here are some important factors to consider during your research:

• Market Size and Growth: Investigate the size and potential growth of the pet industry. Look for statistics and trends to understand how the industry is evolving and if it offers sufficient opportunities for a new pet store.
• Demographics: Analyze the demographics of pet owners in your target area. Determine the number of households with pets, their income levels, and their spending habits on pet-related products and services. This data will help you identify your target market and tailor your offerings accordingly.
• Current and Future Challenges: Identify the challenges facing pet stores and the pet industry in general. These challenges may include competition from online retailers, changes in consumer preferences, or regulatory restrictions. Understanding these challenges will enable you to develop strategies to overcome them and stay ahead in the market.
• Trends and Innovations: Keep track of the latest trends and innovations in the pet industry. This includes new products, services, and business models that are gaining popularity. Staying updated on industry developments will help you identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation in your pet store.
• Suppliers and Distributors: Research potential suppliers and distributors for pet products. Evaluate their reputation, pricing, and the quality of their products. Building strong relationships with reliable suppliers and distributors is crucial to ensure a steady supply of inventory for your store.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: Familiarize yourself with the local, state, and federal regulations that apply to pet stores. Understand the licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and any other legal obligations you must meet. Compliance with regulations is essential to operate a legitimate and reputable pet store.

Tips for Researching the Pet Industry:

• Join industry associations or forums to connect with experienced pet store owners and gain insights from their knowledge and experiences.
• Visit existing pet stores and observe their operations, product offerings, and customer interactions to understand the industry dynamics.
• Utilize online resources such as market research reports, industry publications, and social media groups to access valuable information and trends in the pet industry.
• Attend pet industry trade shows and conferences to network with suppliers, distributors, and other professionals in the field.

Identify The Target Market

The success of a pet store heavily relies on identifying a target market that aligns with your business goals and offerings. By understanding who your ideal customers are, you can tailor your products, services, and marketing strategies to meet their specific needs and preferences.

1. Conduct Market Research: Begin by conducting thorough market research to gather insights into the pet industry and your local market. Identify the current trends, demand for pet products and services, and potential gaps or opportunities within the market.

2. Define Demographic Segments: Determine the demographics of your target market, including factors such as age, gender, location, income level, and lifestyle. This information will help you better understand who your potential customers are and how to effectively reach them.

3. Consider Psychographic Factors: Dive deeper into the psychographics of your target market, focusing on their interests, values, attitudes, and behaviors related to pet ownership. This will help you create marketing messages and experiences that resonate with them on a deeper level.

4. Evaluate Customer Needs: Identify the specific needs and pain points of your target market when it comes to pet products and services. This could include convenience, quality, affordability, or specialized offerings. Tailor your business strategy to address these needs effectively.

Tips for Identifying the Target Market:

• Utilize online resources and industry reports for valuable market insights.
• Observe and engage with pet owners in your local community to understand their preferences.
• Conduct surveys or interviews to gather direct feedback from potential customers.
• Consider partnering with local veterinarians or pet-related businesses to gain access to their customer base.
• Monitor social media platforms and online communities to understand the conversations and needs of pet owners.

Identifying and understanding your target market from the early stages of planning your pet store will allow you to develop a strong brand, establish effective marketing campaigns, and ultimately attract loyal customers who will support your business for years to come.

Conduct A Competitive Analysis

Conducting a competitive analysis is an essential step in creating a successful business plan for your pet store. By understanding your competition, you can identify opportunities for differentiation and develop strategies to gain a competitive edge. Here are some important steps to follow when conducting a competitive analysis:

• Identify your direct competitors: Research and compile a list of pet stores in your target market that offer similar products and services. This will help you gauge the level of competition and identify potential gaps in the market.
• Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses: Once you have identified your competitors, analyze their strengths and weaknesses. This will help you understand what they are doing well and where their vulnerabilities may lie. Look at factors such as product offerings, customer service, pricing strategies, and marketing tactics.
• Assess their market position: Determine how your competitors are positioned in the market. Are they targeting a specific niche or catering to a broader customer base? Understanding their market position will help you identify opportunities to differentiate and carve out your own niche.
• Explore their customer experience: Visit your competitors' stores, browse their websites, and engage with their social media channels to gain insight into their customer experience. Take note of factors such as store layout, product displays, online ordering options, and customer reviews. This will help you identify ways to enhance your own customer experience.
• Identify opportunities for differentiation: Based on your analysis of the competition, look for areas where you can differentiate your pet store. This could be through unique product offerings, exceptional customer service, targeted marketing campaigns, or specialized services. Differentiation will help you attract customers who are looking for something distinctive.
• Don't limit your analysis to just local competitors. Research national and online pet stores to understand the broader market landscape.
• Consider conducting a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis on your key competitors to gain a more comprehensive understanding of their business.
• Regularly monitor and update your competitive analysis to stay informed about any changes or new entrants in the market.

Determine Your Unique Selling Proposition

In order to stand out in the competitive pet store industry, you need to determine your unique selling proposition (USP). This is what sets your pet store apart from others and gives customers a reason to choose your store over the competition.

To determine your USP, consider what makes your pet store different or better than others in the market. Think about the specific products, services, or experiences that you can offer to attract customers. Here are some important points to consider:

• Identify your target market: Understanding your target market is crucial in determining your USP. Think about the specific needs and preferences of your target customers and how you can fulfill them in a unique way.
• Evaluate your competitors: Conduct a thorough competitive analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of your competitors. This will help you identify gaps in the market that you can leverage to develop a unique selling proposition.
• Focus on customer experience: Consider how you can provide an exceptional customer experience that sets your pet store apart. This could be through personalized recommendations, exceptional customer service, or a warm and inviting store atmosphere.

Tips for determining your USP:

• Consider conducting market research or surveys to gather insights from potential customers.
• Think beyond just products and services – consider the overall experience your pet store will provide.
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate unique offerings that align with these trends.
• Stay true to your brand and values – your USP should reflect what your pet store stands for.

By determining your unique selling proposition, you can differentiate your pet store from competitors and attract customers who resonate with your offerings. This will not only help you build a strong customer base but also contribute to the long-term success of your pet store.

Define Your Product And Service Offerings

Defining your product and service offerings is crucial to the success of your pet store. It is important to clearly identify what you will be selling and the services you will be providing to your customers. This will help you differentiate yourself from competitors and attract your target market.

When determining your product offerings, think about the types of pet products you want to sell in your store. This could include a wide range of items such as pet food, toys, accessories, grooming supplies, and even pet beds or clothing. Consider doing market research to understand which products are in demand and will appeal to your target market.

Furthermore, think about the services you want to offer. This could include pet grooming, training, or even adoption events. These additional services can be a great way to not only generate more revenue but also build loyal customer relationships. By offering services that go beyond just selling products, you can create a one-stop-shop experience for pet owners.

Here are some tips for defining your product and service offerings:

1. Research your target market:

• Discover what types of pet products and services are in demand among your target market.
• Understand the preferences and needs of pet owners in your area.

2. Differentiate yourself:

• Identify unique products or services that set you apart from competitors.
• Consider offering specialized products or services that cater to specific pet breeds or needs.

3. Focus on quality:

• Choose high-quality products that meet the standards and expectations of pet owners.
• Ensure that your services are performed by well-trained professionals who prioritize the well-being of the pets.

By clearly defining your product and service offerings, you can set yourself up for success in the competitive pet industry. This will not only attract more customers but also help you build a strong reputation and loyal customer base.

Develop A Pricing Strategy

When starting a pet store, it is crucial to develop a pricing strategy that will attract customers while also ensuring profitability for your business. Here are some important steps to consider:

1. Research the market: Before establishing your prices, research the current market rates for similar pet products and services. This will give you a benchmark to work with and ensure that your prices are competitive.

2. Calculate costs: Determine all the costs associated with running your pet store, including overhead expenses, inventory costs, employee wages, and marketing expenses. This will help you understand the minimum price you need to set to cover your expenses and make a profit.

3. Consider value-based pricing: Instead of solely basing your prices on costs, consider the perceived value of your products and services. If you have unique offerings or provide exceptional customer service, you can justify charging slightly higher prices.

4. Create price tiers: Consider offering different price tiers for your products and services. This allows you to cater to a wider range of customers with varying budgets and preferences. For example, you can offer premium products alongside more affordable options.

5. Monitor competitor pricing: Keep an eye on your competitors' pricing to ensure that your prices are competitive. While you don't want to engage in price wars, being aware of what others are charging can help you make informed pricing decisions.

6. Implement promotional pricing: Consider offering periodic discounts, promotions, or loyalty programs to incentivize repeat business and attract new customers. These strategies can help create a sense of urgency and encourage customers to choose your pet store over your competitors.

• Don't undervalue your products and services – remember that quality comes at a price.
• Regularly reassess your pricing strategy to account for market changes and customer feedback.
• Consider bundling products or offering package deals to encourage upselling and increase average transaction value.
• Offer transparent pricing and clearly communicate the value customers will receive.

Create A Marketing And Advertising Plan

Once you have defined your product and service offerings, it's essential to create a comprehensive marketing and advertising plan to promote your pet store. This plan will help you reach your target market, build brand awareness, and attract customers to your store.

1. Understand your target audience: Before you can effectively market your pet store, you need to understand who your target audience is. Consider factors such as demographics, psychographics, and pet ownership trends to identify the specific needs and preferences of your potential customers.

2. Establish your brand identity: Your branding plays a crucial role in setting your pet store apart from your competitors. Develop a unique and memorable brand identity that reflects your store's values and appeals to your target audience. This includes designing a logo, choosing a color palette, and creating a consistent visual style for your marketing materials.

• Create a catchy slogan or tagline that captures the essence of your pet store.
• Showcase adorable and engaging pet photography in your marketing materials to evoke emotions and connect with pet lovers.
• Consider partnering with local pet influencers or bloggers to increase brand awareness and reach a larger audience.

3. Utilize both online and offline marketing channels: To maximize your visibility and reach, incorporate a mix of online and offline marketing channels. This can include creating a user-friendly website, leveraging social media platforms, distributing print flyers or brochures, and advertising in local pet magazines or newspapers.

4. Develop a content marketing strategy: Creating valuable and engaging content related to pet care, training tips, or product recommendations can position your pet store as an industry expert and build trust with your audience. Consider starting a blog, producing videos, or hosting webinars to share useful information and attract potential customers.

• Collaborate with local veterinarians or pet rescue organizations to co-create content or host educational events.
• Create an email newsletter to regularly share updates, promotions, and helpful pet-related content with your subscribers.

5. Leverage social media: Pet lovers are active on social media platforms, making them ideal channels for promoting your pet store. Create engaging and informative posts, share cute animal pictures, and run targeted advertisements to increase your online presence and drive traffic to your store.

6. Offer loyalty programs and incentives: Encourage repeat purchases and customer loyalty by implementing a reward system or offering special discounts to frequent shoppers. This will not only attract customers but also boost customer retention.

• Create a pet store membership program that offers exclusive perks, such as early access to sales, birthday rewards for pets, or personalized pet care recommendations.
• Organize special events or workshops in your pet store to attract new customers and provide added value to your existing ones.

7. Monitor and evaluate your marketing efforts: Regularly track and analyze the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns to identify what strategies are working and improve upon areas that could be more successful. Use tools such as website analytics, social media insights, and customer surveys to gather feedback and make data-driven decisions.

By creating a well-rounded marketing and advertising plan, you can effectively promote your pet store, build brand loyalty, and attract a steady stream of customers who will keep coming back for all their pet-related needs.

Determine The Required Startup Costs And Funding Sources

Determining the required startup costs for your pet store is essential to ensure that you have enough capital to successfully launch and sustain your business. Before diving into this step, it's important to have a clear understanding of your business model, product offerings, and target market, as these factors will greatly influence your startup costs.

First, you'll need to create a detailed list of all the expenses involved in setting up your pet store. This list should include everything from acquiring a physical location, purchasing inventory, obtaining necessary licenses and permits, to hiring and training staff. Be sure to research and outline all the costs associated with each aspect of your business.

Once you have a comprehensive list of startup costs, it's time to determine how you will fund your pet store. This can be done through a combination of personal savings, loans, grants, or investors. Consider the following sources:

• Personal savings: Using your own savings is a common funding source for small businesses. Evaluate your personal financial situation and determine how much you are willing and able to invest in your pet store.
• Loans: Apply for business loans from banks or credit unions. Be prepared to present a strong business plan and collateral to secure the loan.
• Grants: Research grants available for small businesses in the pet industry. These grants can provide additional funding and support for your startup.
• Investors: Seek out potential investors who are interested in supporting your pet store. Prepare a compelling pitch and business plan to attract investors.
• Ensure that your estimated startup costs include a buffer for unexpected expenses.
• Consider crowdfunding as an alternative funding source, especially if you have a unique selling proposition or a compelling story behind your pet store.
• Consult with a financial advisor or accountant to help you accurately analyze and estimate your startup costs.

Remember, determining the required startup costs and funding sources is a crucial step in the business planning process. Take the time to thoroughly research and analyze your expenses, and explore various funding options to ensure the financial success of your pet store.

Establish A Timeline For Opening The Pet Store

Once you have completed all the necessary steps in creating a business plan for your pet store, it is crucial to establish a timeline for opening your store. This timeline will help you stay organized and focused, ensuring that you meet your target launch date.

To establish a timeline for opening the pet store, consider the following:

• Identify key milestones: Break down the process into key milestones, such as securing a location, obtaining necessary permits and licenses, ordering inventory, hiring staff, and setting up the store. This will provide you with a clear roadmap of the major tasks that need to be accomplished.
• Estimate timeframes: Assign realistic timeframes to each milestone based on the complexity of the task and potential external factors that may affect completion. Consult with industry experts and professionals who can provide insights into the time required for specific activities.
• Allocate resources: Determine the resources, both financial and human, that are needed to achieve each milestone. This will help you ensure that you have the necessary resources in place to meet your timeline.
• Set deadlines: Establish deadlines for each milestone, taking into account any dependencies or interrelated tasks. By setting deadlines, you create a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Monitor progress: Regularly track your progress against the established timeline. This will allow you to identify any potential delays or issues early on and take necessary corrective actions.
• Build contingency time into your timeline to account for unexpected delays or challenges that may arise.
• Consider leveraging project management tools and software to help you manage and track your timeline more effectively.
• Engage with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders early on to align their timelines with yours and reduce potential bottlenecks.
• Regularly communicate and update your team members on the progress of each milestone to ensure everyone is working towards the same goals.

By establishing a timeline for opening your pet store, you will have a clear roadmap to follow, making the process more efficient and increasing the likelihood of a smooth and successful opening. Stick to the timeline as closely as possible, but remember to remain flexible and adapt as needed to ensure the best outcome for your business.

In conclusion, writing a business plan for a pet store requires careful research and planning. By following the nine steps outlined in this checklist, you can lay a strong foundation for the success of your pet store. Understanding the pet industry, identifying your target market, conducting a competitive analysis, and defining your unique selling proposition are all essential steps in creating a successful business strategy. Additionally, determining your product and service offerings, developing a pricing strategy, and creating a comprehensive marketing and advertising plan will help attract and retain customers. Finally, considering the required startup costs, funding sources, and establishing a timeline for opening will help ensure that your pet store gets off to a strong start. By applying these steps, you can create a thriving pet store that caters to the needs of pet owners and nurtures a loyal customer base.

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Having a detailed business plan is one of the first tasks to tackle for any kind of startup—or even long-established business. Any type of business that requires startup, expansion or other capital, whether it is a pet shop and supplies business, pet grooming establishment, doggie daycare operation or any other enterprise, requires this.

The main reason why you will need a solid business plan is to get funding. Potential investors or any institution through which you attempt to obtain a loan will request this from you to determine your qualifications for operating a business.

Even if you are not seeking a funding resource and/or have been in business for a long time, you should have a comprehensive business plan in place to keep track of the progress of your enterprise and to determine any areas of weakness that need to be addressed. This should be reevaluated and periodically revised, as well. Furthermore, those who want to expand their pet businesses should draw up a revised business plan.

Executive Summary

While usually written first, this appears at the end of your plan and should basically succinctly summarize the other aspects of your plan. This should also contain the name of your business, your location, and the products and/or services your business will or does provide.

Pet Business Company Description

This should contain basic, precise information such as:

• Your company name
• Type of ownership (sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, etc.)
• Who will manage the business, and their qualifications
• Products and/or services you will/do provide
• The market you will service
• Number of employees
• Customers you will serve

This section should also contain a short, concise mission statement indicating your business goals.

Products and Services

This section should be very specific about what you will sell, and who you will attempt to sell it to. For example, you may wish to launch an upscale pet boutique that specializes in natural and organic pet foods and other products in an effort to appeal to educated customers who are seeking the healthiest products for their pets.

You might include something along the lines of, "Due to rampant pet food recalls and the increase in reports of pets becoming ill or dying because of poor quality, deleterious pet foods and treats in recent years, there is a significant, growing demand for natural and holistic pet products within this market, which is being underserved in this regard."

Not only is this very specific about what you will/do offer, but this also indicates how you will fulfill a particular need, offer products that competitors in your area do not provide and, hence, fill a void in your market.

Market Analysis

This section should contain detailed info about your target market and potential customer base, along with the needs you intend to fulfill, demographics, and size of the market you intend to serve.

You should also include info about the pet industry and how it is booming. Be sure to include annual pet spending statistics . Be sure to include as many statistics as you can to prove that your products and/or services would be in demand and successful within your given market.

Marketing Strategy

This is where you will indicate such factors as how you will market and promote your brand, what advertising outlets you will utilize, how you will attempt to grow your business, and what steps you will take to attract and retain customers.

Management Summary

This outlines who will be managing your business and your management team, or if this will be a sole proprietorship with, say, just you and your spouse or partner running the business. A small company will merely need to indicate who will be doing what, and what their qualifications are, along with their resumes.

Financial Analysis

You should estimate your business operating costs and how much funding you will need for optimal operation. You might also address potential profit-and-loss areas your business may accrue.

Appendices and Exhibits

This could contain any number of documents and data to help give your business idea maximum appeal, such as:

• Demographic, research and marketing data
• Statistics (an article about pet spending and ownership would come in handy)
• Pictures of work you have done (a good selling point for pet groomers)
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Planning to launch your own pet store?

Well, before you open one, you will need to write a pet store business plan. A detailed business plan is a must-have when you are seeking funds from investors to launch a new business. That said, writing a business plan is recommended even when you are investing your own money. That’s because, a detailed pet store business plan works like a guiding force, showing whether your business is moving in the direction you want and how fast.

That brings us to the all-important question: What’s the best way to write a pet store business plan?

Before we move forward, we suggest you check out our ready-made pet store business plan template with automatic financials. Our solution includes a pre-written business plan in Word and a full-fledged financial model in Excel tailored to the pet store business and which you can customize fast and easy, no financial expertise required.

Now coming back to this post, we’ll show you all the steps involved in the process of crafting a detailed business plan. Wherever possible, we’ve also included a sample description to make things even simpler.

So let’s get this show on the road.

Step-by-step Guide for Crafting a Detailed Pet Store Business Plan

Step #1 – Pet Store Executive Summary

You may have heard that the executive summary is the most important section of a business plan. Guess what, that’s absolutely the case.

Write a compelling executive summary and the listeners may be all ears. Pen a boring one, and they will lose interest in your project faster than greased lightning.

A good pet store executive summary has the following attributes:

• It introduces readers to your project
• Provides key information about your project and clearly mentions what you want from the reader
• Piques the reader’s interest in your project and make them want to know more about it

These three are important qualities. Investors are not likely to go through a 30-page pet store business plan if they don’t find the executive summary exciting or relevant or professional.

So how can you crack this make-or-break part of your business plan?

Ensuring you include all important pieces of information in your summary is a good starting point. Your executive summary must shed light on:

• Your mission statement
• Your business model
• Your potential costs and Return on Investment (ROI)
• What action you want the reader to take (If you want to raise capital, clearly mention how much money you need)

Also, keep the following tips in mind when you sit down to write an executive summary:

Keep things short, simple, and sweet

A long-drawn-out summary may put off the reader. Worse, it shows you don’t value their time.

Instead of making the reader pull out the key points from the summary — chances of which happening are as good as nil, since the reader will sooner throw your plan into the wastebasket than put in so much effort — sum up the main information concisely and neatly, preferably in a bulleted list.

The executive summary is not where you should provide in-depth analysis. That is something you should do in the remaining sections of your business plan.

So what’s the ideal length for an executive summary?

Try not to exceed two pages. If you can say what you need to say in a single page, that’s better.

A typical pitfall many entrepreneurs run into is writing their executive summary first. As a result, they either include too much or too little information. Even though the executive summary is the most important part and the first section of your business plan, you should pen it last. This will help you decide what information to include in it.  

Don’t forget to mention the problem your pet store would be addressing

What problem your business will solve? Mention that clearly in your executive summary.

How much capital your pet store needs?

Mention the exact figure you need instead of beating around the bush or giving a ballpark figure.

Here’s a sample executive summary

Susan’s Pet Shop is the answer to a unique opportunity. Joyville is a small community of 12,000 individuals. As of now it doesn’t have a single retail shop devoted solely to pet products, even though the value of the market is more than one million dollars. Prior experience, a suitable location, and a strong demand have created a great opportunity for success.

Susan’s Pet Shop is owned by Susan Robinson, a successful entrepreneur with prior experience in launching and running new businesses in this industry.

The shop’s tremendous geographical location (mention the location) provides an environment almost devoid of competition. The nearest pet shop is 30 minutes away. Locally, the competition comes from grocery stores, which offer only limited pet products.

Susan’s Pet Shop financial projections indicate that the business will start earning profit in its second year. Susan will invest $60,000 in her venture and is looking to raise $100,000 from investors.

Step#2 – Company Description

In this section, you should offer basic, precise information regarding your pet store. Specifically speaking, you should give details about the following things:

• Your company name
• Kind of ownership (corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, etc.)
• Core team, their qualifications, and relevant experience
• Problems faced in the market and solutions you will be offering
• Short-term and long-term goals
• Your target audience

It is also good idea to include a short, precise mission statement in this section to acquaint investors with your business ethos.

Sample mission statement for a Pet Store

Susan’s Pet Shop mission is to assist pet owners by offering high-quality, eco-friendly foods and products designed to help improve the lives of their pets. By fulfilling our mission, we will help nurture healthier pets, protect the environment and make our customers happier pet owners.

Here’s a sample company structure for a Pet Store

Susan Robinson will own Susan’s Pet Shop. Susan is a successful marketer with prior experience in launching and marketing new businesses in the retail sector. Overall, she has more than 10 years of experience in retail. As a dog owner herself, Susan has a passion for pets and animals. She will be involved with the day-to-day operations of the pet shop. Susan also plans to hire two full-time employees to help her run the store. Each of these employees will undergo training before they start handling clients. Susan will train all the employees herself.

Upon commencement of operations, Susan’s Pet Shop will sell a full range of pet products, unlike the local competition that only sells limited products for pets.

Susan’s Pet Shop is strategically located on a busy street in Joyville. The location is extremely attractive, as it is just a walking distance from the local residential community.

The selected retail location is 1,500 square feet. It is currently divided into three distinct areas, which are as follows:

• A display space totaling 750 square feet
• An office area of 250 square feet
• A storage space of 500 square feet

While this arrangement offers more space than Susan’s Pet Shop requires during its initial year of operation, we are confident of utilizing the entire space by the second year as our product lines and inventory expand.

Step #3 – Products

In this section, talk about the products you plan to sell, your suppliers and the pricing / positioning you plan to adopt. For instance, you could be interested in launching an upscale pet boutique specializing in organic, natural pet foods to appeal to pet owners who want to buy the healthiest products for their cherished pets. This will justify a higher pricing and order values.

In that case, you can add something along the lines of, “Because of a large number of pet food recalls and a sharp increase in cases of pet food poisoning in recent years, there’s a substantial, growing, and unfulfilled demand for healthy, organic, natural pet products in our market. Our shop, which specializes in organic and eco-friendly pet products will fulfill this demand and help pet owners take good care of their pets.”

As you can see such a description is very specific. It shows clearly what products you will offer and how your offerings will fill a void in the present market.

Here’s another sample text you can refer to:

Susan’s Pet Shop is a retail business specializing in selling a full range of pet products, including, but not limited to, food, equipment, and toys. Our product categories include toys for cats, dogs, and other small pets; equipment for pet training and care; and dry and canned food. In the future, Susan’s Pet Shop may also start offering services such as pet obedience training and pet grooming.

All our suppliers are reputable, well-known businesses. We have contacted and taken feedback from their references. All their existing customers have expressed satisfaction with the quality and service offered by these suppliers. Manufacturers’ products carried by these suppliers are very popular with pet owners.

Step #4 – Pet Store Market and Customer Analysis

This is the section in which you should share information about the local market and your targeted customers. You can choose to present them together or as separate sub-sections.

When providing market analysis, make sure you give unambiguous answers to these questions:

• What’s the growth overview of your industry?
• Who are your direct and indirect competitors?
• Why would customers choose you over competition? What are your strong points or USP (unique selling proposition)?

When writing customer analysis, talk about people who will buy from you. That is, what is your target audience?

Here’s a sample customer analysis

Initially, Susan’s Pet Shop will target the clients of the local animal clinic. Through a partnership with the local pet clinic, the clinic will introduce Susan Pet Shop to roughly 1,000 pet owners in Joyville. Susan’s Pet Shop will start targeting non-clinic patrons after the first 6 months.

Step #5 – Competition Analysis for a Pet Store

In this section talk about your competitors, direct and indirect, as well as highlight the competitive advantages you have over them.

Here’s a sample competition analysis:

The closest pet shop is almost 30 minutes away from the local community. Susan’s Pet Shop local competition mainly comes from three grocery stores. These grocery stores offer limited products, and a survey of the local animal clinic shows that nearly 70% of local pet owners would prefer to buy various pet products from a specialized pet shop like Susan’s Pet Shop.

Step #6 – Marketing plan for a Pet Store

You can refer to the following sample to write your own pet store marketing plan.

Susan’s Pet Shop has formed a long-term, mutually benefiting relationship with the local animal clinic, which is located within its 100-meter radius. This strategic partnership gives Susan’s Pet Shop a strong advantage over the competition.

As a part of a joint marketing strategy, the local animal clinic will recommend Susan’s Pet Shop to all its clients. This marketing strategy emphasizes holistic, organic, high-quality, and all-natural pet products and quality pet care and identifies the clinic and Susan’s Pet Shop as quality providers.

Our business will rely on the below channels to promote its offering:

Online Marketing

Susan’s Pet shop will create a smart, sleek, and customer-oriented website. The website will be placed on high ranks on search engines through SEM and SEO. Local customers will be able to place their orders online if they wish to. We will also create social media accounts to reach out to the local community through various social media channels.

Print Advertising

Susan’s Pet shop will print a story in the local newspaper when it holds its grand opening. Along with the story, the shop plans to run a quarter-page in the Sunday edition of the local newspaper for a period of three months.

Step #7 – Financial Plan for a Pet Store

Developing a full-fledged financial plan for your pet store is an integral part of your business plan. Your financial plan should ideally include the following sections:

• Revenue model and sales projections
• Income statement forecast
• Cash flow statement forecast
• Balance sheet forecast
• ROI and profitability analysis
• Capital raise and use of funds

You may refer to our automatic pet store financial plan to build a robust financial model fast and easy, no accounting knowledge required.

Investors focus a lot on the numbers and hence writing a proper financial plan is a crucial part of your pet store business plan.

Step #8 – Appendices and Exhibits

Here you can add all additional documents and extra information such as:

• Market survey if you have done one
• Detailed statistics
• Sample branding materials
• Sample store layouts…etc.

Wrapping Up

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How to write a perfect pet shop business plan

You have probably heard most of the adages that emphasize the importance of planning. Like “if you fail to plan, you plan to fail” or something about the journey being cut in half where you plan the route successfully or a whole bunch of other quotes you may be familiar with. Well, the thing is they are all correct. They might be a bit cliché and somewhat corny but they all point to the fact that planning is an essential part of life that shouldn’t be ignored. Usually planning for anything whether a party or prom or a business meeting or even a vacation is an essential part of the act itself and winging it is most definitely not a bright idea. There are a lot of reasons why people plan and it could range from saving money to making the most of the resources available for a project. For pet shops , starting out might look simple but it is usually more complex and like every other business, it does need a lot of prepping. One of the ways to prep for this is to create a business plan that could let people know what kind of business you run. If you are looking for funding, the perfect business plan could act as a catalyst and help you gain credence in the eyes of your investors. Where it isn’t about funding, a pet shop business plan will help you monitor the progress of your business and determine what methods are more suitable and the ones that should be abandoned. 

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First things first, try as much as possible to do all the homework required for starting a business especially a pet shop business. There are a lot of people in the field so precedence shouldn’t be hard to come by. 

Checklist to to write a Proper Pet Shop business plan

•   You would need to understand why you want to start a pet shop business in the first place and what purpose it is going to fulfil in the long run. 
•   Get to identify, understand and analyze your potential market or the target audience for your pet shop business. Look at the size of that audience too if it suits your business ideas .
•   Find out what it is you need to get the business or company started. Your knowledge of pet services is an example. Where you have not had the requisite training or experience in pet services, starting a business of this nature unless you intend to outsource it all would be an attempt in futility. Yes, you love pets but most times this is not enough. In this situation, you would need to identify continuing education programs that have to do with pets and this should be tied to which service you would want your business to specialize in. 
•   Start making samples or in this case rendering pet shop services to the neighbouring area.
•   Identify some possible locations where you could pitch your tent.
•   Find out the cost of starting the whole business. What would it take to get the business up and running? Though this business could be a low cost depending on the area of expertise, it is still advised that you know exactly what the financial expectations are. 
•   Identify potential investors and while you’re at it, make sure your business meets all the requirements an investor would need. 
•   Take a look at the competition. This would give you an understanding of the target area and if their businesses are booming or running at a loss. Where they are doing well, this suggests that there are a lot of pet owners in the area and this is a good sign. 

Now that you have done the preliminary work, it is time to write out the pet shop’s business plan. There are a lot of things that should be contained in a document of this nature and each will be listed with an overview of what the content should be and what is required of a pet shop business.

Executive Summary

So, while this is written last, it usually comes first in your business plan. It is basically a summary of everything your pet shop business stands for and what it has to offer. So you would start out by introducing the business and its location, followed by what products or services it renders. The summary should be short enough to keep things interesting and long enough to cover the subject matter. It should be catchy though so people can easily remember and adapt. 

Products and/or Services

This is basically a precise and apt list and description of all the products and services your pet shop wishes to render. So, you could include pet grooming , pet food sales, sale of pet toys, daycare , etc. Make it fun and entertaining. You are meeting a need, creating supplies for demands so make your work sound interesting. You could give a detailed description of the services but be sure to keep it short and simple. 

Vision Statement

This is usually long term. Something you want to achieve with the pet shop business in the long term. For example, you could want to become the best pet shop business in your country or state. 

Mission Statement

This is more specific and less abstract. A mission statement is usually a practical means of achieving the vision statement. In this instance, the mission statement would be “To provide sustainable pet services for all our clients and to maintain a state of the art customer service all year round”. 

Market Analysis

This would naturally include the market trends visible in the business at the time and how you intend to conveniently maneuver those trends if they are indeed bad. One trend when it comes to the pet shop business is that pet shop owners now include some pet services say like grooming or daycare to add value and boost sales of their products and to generate more income. 

•   Target market

Another aspect of the market analysis would be the target market. Who are your potential clients and why? In places like the United States of America, there are laws guiding how pets should be handled and those laws act as a bar on the population. So this means that they are likely to look out for the most ideal conditions or products for their pets. This would also mean that pet store businesses will be held to a higher standard than before. So your business plan should state what your target market is and who is the audience you look to attract. 

•   Competitiveness 

Thirdly, you would need to market your business competitive advantage. With a lot of people in the pet business, you would need to stand out and be exceptional or have a tremendous customer service to survive the competition. This is why it is absolutely necessary to inculcate your X ingredient, something peculiar to you that sets you on the edge over all other pet businesses. This would need to make its way to your business plan. Tell the world or your investors to be how you intend to make them a lot of profit despite the competition in the industry. 

Sales/Marketing Strategy

This is where the money is talked about. Let’s start with the sources of income. Your pet business undoubtedly has income from different channels, the more the merrier anyway. So you would need to make a list of all the different products and services that your company indulges in that is a source of income. So you could say, pet foods, pet grooming, pet retailing, daycare center. All these are different ways that the business makes money. 

•   Projections 

While it may be like counting your eggs before they are hatched, a sales projection will be needed too. Sales projections are usually based on the current obtainable price of products and services in the market give or take the underlying factors that may influence it. They are also based on the position or location of the business. Your target area has a way of affecting you drastically. Where you are in a high-end area, sales may be easy but some locations do not have a lot of pet owners or lovers and this is part of what should have been researched before obtaining a space. The sales forecast is also dependent on the fact that you do not have the same level of competition in the target area. However, even when all these are put into consideration, the forecast could be higher or smaller. 

•   Marketing 

Marketing your business is another pertinent aspect of your business plan. When drafting your business plan, you would need to include your marketing strategies and how you intend to get your business to the world. This would give the investor an understanding of what the business means to you. Marketing your business could include conducting awareness programs, roadshows, making use of publicity materials such as ads and banners and the rest of them. You would need to show that you have your strategies and they have been tested and trusted and recommended by professionals. 

Publicity and Ads 

With every business comes the need to publicize or run the risk of losing out. So you could include all the places and measures you intend to take to get the desired publicity you need for the business. Usually, new businesses need these more because older businesses have stood the test of time and are trusted. So inculcate modern and advanced modes of publicity like the social media which is way faster and easier. You need to show that you understand the perks of advertising and you have all it takes to get it right. 

Your pricing strategy must be through the roof and should be all-encompassing of other pet-related businesses in your location. While you may not be able to visibly compete with older and bigger pet businesses around, try as much as possible to make sure your pricing does not exceed theirs giving your customers more reason to patronize them. This would also be included in your business plan. 

For everyone willing to patronize your business, be sure to let them know the payment options. This is necessary in a business plan as it suggests the mode of payment for the products and services rendered. Stick to digital modes of payment. You would need to speak to your banker about this. 

Sustainability 

This basically has to do with the sustainability or otherwise of your pet business. This usually depends on the loyalty of one’s customers and the competence or otherwise of the employees. Where this is present, the business will thrive in difficult conditions. This needs to make its way to the business plan to assure the investors of your competence in the pet business. 

Another aspect of your business plan that may be of importance is your organizational structure. Usually, this shows the duties and responsibilities of the staffs in the company and what they are entitled to in the long run. This shows that the business has a structure laid down and it also encourages career opportunities for those who are going to be employed to fill these positions. A business structure could include the following positions: chief executive officer, store manager, human resources manager, sales and marketing manager , accountants, cashiers, customer service agents, pet handlers, groomers and trainers and a lot more. Stating these and listing out what is required of each of them shows some level of organization, something investors love to see. 

The essence of a business plan is to help you sell yourself to your potential investors irrespective of whether your business is old or relatively new. It could also be to keep you in check when it seems you are wilding out. This is an art that needs to be mastered to make your business better appeal to people. 

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Pet Store Business Plan (Why You Need One & How to Write It)

Starting a pet store may sound like an easy thing to do. However, it's not the case since starting such a business involves a lot of things to settle. In general, there's so much more to starting a pet store that you need to have a business plan to be successful. Otherwise, you will end up being overwhelmed with so many things.

Now, if you're wondering about a business plan and how it's essential as you start your pet store, you've come to the right place!

A business plan for a pet store generally illustrates your goals, financial strategies, research, and everything else involved with your business. It contains the strategy for guiding and helping you start and run your business.

In this article, we'll talk more about the business plan for a pet store and every concern you may ask about, mainly how to write one.

Without further ado, let's get into it!

What is a pet business plan?

A pet business plan is a document that defines (in detail) a pet store' objectives and how it plans to achieve its goals.

For instance, a pet store typically needs an initial investment. As such, you need to include the said amount in your plan and how you can acquire such, either from your pocket or through a business loan or any other financing option (learn more about a pet store financing .

Profit and goal are other examples. It is also included in your business plan as a goal to achieve within a set period, usually within months.

Overall, the business plan is the document that lays out a written road map for the pet store from a marketing, financial, and operational standpoint. You should also have a basic idea about a pet store profitability .

Business plans are essential for startups and established businesses, and the pet store is no exception. Every business, regardless of the type, should have one.

Further, business plans are critical documents for internal and external audiences. For instance, you may use these plans to attract investors before establishing a track record. It can also help you secure loans from financial institutions.

Business plans can also help keep your pet store' leadership team on track for meeting established goals and on track with strategic action items.

Overall, business plans are particularly helpful for new businesses, including the pet store. Ideally, goals should be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect achievements or changes. When an established business changes direction, a new business plan is created.

Why do you need a pet business plan?

You need a pet business plan for several reasons. However, the main reasons are to help you establish your company, set the goals you want to achieve, and evaluate your pet store’ status after a specific timeframe.

As a general rule, your business plan serves as a guide. Revising and adjusting this plan may also be necessary as circumstances change throughout your actions.

You should know that if you plan to apply for a business loan (which any knowledgeable entrepreneur should do), lenders want to see a business plan.

For your pet store to succeed and meet your goals, you need a precise and robust business plan.

Learn more about starting a pet store :

Where to start?

-> How to finance a pet store? -> How much does it cost to start a pet store? -> Pros and cons of a pet store

Need inspiration?

-> Other pet store success stories -> Examples of established pet store -> Marketing ideas for a pet store -> Pet store slogans -> Pet store names -> Pet store Instagram bios -> Pet store Instagram captions

Other resources

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How to write a pet business plan?

When creating a business plan, you need to include more than just the steps on how you start. It also includes how you will sustain it and how you can develop it even further as you move forward. Simply put, it should include everything related to your pet store.

If you’re wondering how to write a business plan for your pet store, here are the things you need to include:

1. Executive summary

The executive summary in a business plan includes a gist of your entire pet store. Further, it includes the general reason why it will turn out successful.

2. Company description

The company description details every information about your pet store. As such, it includes your advantages over your potential competitors and the things that make your business stand out above other similar companies.

3. Organization and management

The organization and management are the part of your business plan that states the structure of your pet store.

It includes the entire staff, especially the ones who will run your pet store, whether you’re solo, with a partner, or with a group of people. Simply put, it shows what type of business you run and who is responsible for it.

4. Market analysis

The market analysis is the part of your business plan that shows your perspective on the industry where your pet store belongs.

Since it’s about marketing, it includes your target market or customers. Further, it includes your potential competitors since they can take away your potential customers.

5. Financial plan

The financial plan is the part that concerns everything related to your pet store finances. This document consists of a detailed financial statement and an analysis of your finances and the required funds .

6. Marketing strategy

The marketing strategy outlines the concerns about reaching out to potential customers . Moreover, it demonstrates how to expose the products and services your pet store offers.

Besides attracting customers, it also includes strategies for gaining new customers and keeping the regular ones from leaving. Finally, it outlines strategies for increasing sales for your pet store to grow.

What makes a good pet business plan?

A good pet business plan serves as a roadmap that outlines the strategies and actions required to achieve the goals and objectives of a business. It typically includes information about the business's products or services, target market, competition, marketing and sales strategies, operations, financial projections, and management team.

Here are some key elements that make up a good business plan:

• Executive summary : This is a brief overview of the entire business plan, summarizing the key points and objectives of the company.
• Company description : This section provides detailed information about pet store, including its history, mission statement, and legal structure.
• Market analysis : This section should describe the industry and market that pet store operates in, including target customers, competitors, and market trends.
• Products or services : This section should describe the products or services pet store offers, highlighting their unique features and benefits.
• Marketing and sales strategies : This section should detail the strategies that pet store will use to promote and sell its products or services, including pricing, distribution, and advertising.
• Operations : This section should outline the day-to-day operations of pet store, including manufacturing, production, and distribution.
• Financial projections : This section should provide detailed financial projections, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Management team : This section should introduce the key members of pet store's management team, highlighting their qualifications and experience.

Overall, a good pet business plan should be well-researched, realistic, and focused on achieving specific goals and objectives. It should also be adaptable and able to evolve as the business grows and changes over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i write a pet business plan myself.

Yes, you can write a pet business plan yourself. It requires a clear understanding of your goals, target audience, competition, financial projections, and marketing strategy. Research successful plans and use templates. Ensure it's comprehensive, realistic and seek help if needed. Ultimately, a good business plan sets you up for success.

How long should a pet business plan be?

There is no standard length for a pet business plan. It can range from a one-page summary to a comprehensive document of 50+ pages. The length depends on the complexity of the business, audience, and purpose. A concise plan that covers key elements is often more effective than a lengthy one.

In a nutshell, creating a business plan for a pet store is a bit complicated, but you still need to do it.

Overall, a business plan will help you make the right calls, obtain the funding you need, and strongly start your new pet store. As such, you must make a robust and precise one.

The six parts we included above should be handy throughout this process. With this information, you can begin writing your business plan and see what it takes to become a professional entrepreneur.

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The family pet can bring untold amounts of joy into our lives with their unending affection, playfulness, and unconditional love. Loving them back is a pet parent’s easiest responsibility. Leveraging a pet store business plan can help you provide the products and services that loving pet owners want and need for their pets.

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Investing in a Pet Evolution franchise could be an opportunity to help other pet owners love their pets just a little more with the healthiest pet products, supplies, and grooming services. Pet Evolution franchise opportunities can help you connect your passion for animals with your business savvy, and your business plan pet store could grow more easily when it’s the right opportunity.

A Pet Store Business Plan is Easier Than Ever to Implement with Pet Evolution

Our Pet Evolution business development team has done much of the hard work for our franchise owners. We’re searching for animal lovers with an eye for business to become part of the Pet Evolution family and open new locations around the country.

The initial pet franchise costs for a single-unit range from $424,500 to $598,550, which includes a $49,000 franchise fee. Once the agreement is in place, the development team can begin helping you build and execute your Pet Evolution pet store business plan.

We offer expert guidance on selecting your store locations, and our support includes assistance during the construction/renovation phase. We also help take the guesswork out of each store’s equipment, signage, and initial inventory processes for a smooth opening.

Our comprehensive five-day training in our headquarters location in Woodbury, MN kicks off training on Pet Evolution products, services, and operating practices. From there, we assist with on-site continued training through the Pet Evolution location’s grand opening.

After your Pet Evolution pet store business plan is put into action, we maintain our support with ongoing training for new products and services. We visit your Pet Evolution location to aid in operations, strategic marketing for your local area, facilities maintenance, and financial guidance.

We vet all the Pet Evolution vendors for approved supplies and equipment, from your inventory to your uniforms. You also have access to our confidential operations manual at all times to help with key procedures, inventory management, customer service, and more.

The Pet Evolution development team offers technological solutions to assist you with inventory tracking, scheduling and payroll, point-of-sale systems, accounting, and security. You’ll also receive marketing support—including help with your website presence for online sales—to properly advertise in your local community and connect with your target market: people who love their pets and want to give them the best life.

The Right Pet Store Business Plan For The Market

Opening a business in the pet care industry can be a smart investment. Pet owners spent more than $100 billion on their furry family members in 2020. $42 billion of that went to pet food and treats, while $22.1 billion was spent on supplies. Grooming services were a portion of an $8 billion category of pet spending for services unrelated to veterinary care.

These numbers can all be part of your pet store business plan’s market analysis, including  target demographics, and the products and services you offer.

Pet Evolution’s Sample Pet Store Business Plan Covers the Bases

Pet Evolution has done this work for our owners thanks to our founders, Rian and Mike. The pair grew up loving animals who struggled with chronic ear infections, allergies, and multiple vet visits.

When they determined that high-quality food could have a positive impact on pet health, Rian and Mike set out to create a place where pet lovers could find best-in-class products, services, and top-level customer service from professionals who were as passionate about animals as they are.

Pet Evolution is determined to change the landscape of the pet food industry by offering nutritious, high-quality food that contains no corn, wheat, soy, animal by-products, or artificial colors and flavors. Pet Evolution’s pet store business plan revolves around this philosophy for giving animals the kind of nutritious, wholesome food that helps them thrive.

Filling in Pet Supply Market Gaps

Nutrition isn’t the only aspect of pet care that enriches our animals’ lives. Part of your Pet Evolution pet store business plan includes up-to-date grooming techniques performed by certified groomers, a mobile nail trimming service to care for pets’ paws at home, and self-service dog washing stations that aim to give pet parents everything they need to safely and comfortably bathe their animal without a lot of fuss. This focus on pet enrichment can help our pet store business plan work for our owners.

We also stand out with our online pet store business plan, because pet owners are increasingly buying their pet supplies online. Pet Evolution helps make it easy for our customers to find nutrition and safety information and place their orders for maximum convenience.

The Business Side of Your Pet Evolution Pet Store Business Plan

The Pet Evolution Pet store business plan also includes in-depth financial data to analyze operational costs, minimize overhead, and conduct store business for maximum efficiency while serving customers with everything they’ve come to expect from our brand.

Using past experience from our existing Pet Evolution locations, we can steer you past common startup pitfalls and help you avoid the pain points we’ve already overcome. We train you to cover all aspects of how your Pet Evolution franchise location will operate, from operating procedures to marketing promotions, to community outreach programs.

At Pet Evolution, we’ve developed a plan to help prospective owners join our team and get involved in the dynamic and growing animal care and supplies industry. With our focus on enriching the lives of pets and their owners, your passion for animals can translate into a fantastic investment opportunity.

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Pet Food Shop Business Plan [Sample Template]

By: Author Tony Martins Ajaero

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Are you about starting a pet food store? If YES, here is a complete sample pet shop business business plan template & feasibility report you can use for FREE .

Okay, so we have considered all the requirements for starting a pet food shop business. We also took it further by analyzing and drafting a sample pet food shop business marketing plan template backed up by actionable guerrilla marketing ideas for pet food shop business businesses. So let’s proceed to the business planning section.

If you live in an environment with a large number of pet owners, then one of the businesses you can successfully start as an aspiring entrepreneur is to open a pet store in your neighborhood. As a matter of fact, you can grow the business beyond your neighborhood into a national brand with chains of outlets scattered all across the united states. You can as well start selling franchise of the business.

No matter the type of business you choose to start, if you are able to put the right structure in place, acquire the right business skills and hire competent and reliable hands who share same vision with you, the business is show going to grow from startup to profitability within record time.

Starting a pet store business just like any other retailing business seems not to be as difficult as other business that involves detailed technicalities. Once you are able to secure a store in a good location stock your store with the right products and you are able to market your products, then you should be rest assured that the business will grow.

If you have decided to start a pet store business, then you should ensure that you carry out feasibility studies and also market survey.

This will enable you properly locate the business in a community or city with the right demography and then hit the ground running. Business plan is yet another very important business document that you should not take for granted in the bid to launching your own business.

Below is a sample pet store business plan template that can help you to successfully write your own with little or no difficulty;

A Sample Pet Food Shop Business Plan Template

1. industry overview.

The pet stores industry comprises of stores that sell a range of pets, such as dogs, cats, fish and birds and also they sell pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al. Some stores also offer pet services, such as grooming and training.

The Pet Stores industry has steadily remain relevant over the years as cats, dogs, fish and birds have remained common companions in many household. Pet parents or pet owner who treats their pet friends as family member; have grown increasingly hence the increase in demand for pet stores products and services.

The industry has expanded strongly over the five-year period due to economy recovery in the United States of America, despite increased competition from supermarkets, mass merchandisers and online retailers that typically offer consumers greater convenience and competitive prices. Going forward, the Pet Stores industry is projected to maintain strong growth

The Pet Stores Industry is indeed a thriving sector of the economy of the United States of America and the industry generates a whooping sum of well over $19 billion annually from about 13,575 pet stores scattered all around the United States of America.

The industry is responsible for the employment of 119,839 people. Experts project the pet stores industry to grow at a 4.5 percent annual rate between 2011 and 2016. The establishment in this industry that has a dominant market share in the United States of America are; PETCO Animal Supplies Inc. and PetSmart Inc.

A recently published by IBISWORLD shows that high levels of competition and regulations associated with entering this industry may deter some from entering the industry. All the same, there are various niche markets available for new players to occupy, specifically those that specialize in premium and innovative food, products and services.

The report also stated that a significant factor that can hinder an operator from entering this industry is government regulations.

There are federal and state laws regulating pet shops and the sale of animals. For example, the Pet Animals Act 1951 requires pet shops to get a license in accordance with the act before they can open. In addition, the Animal Welfare Act of 1966 dictates how pets sold in pet stores must be maintained.

If you are contemplating starting your own pet store business in the United States, you should ensure that you carry out a thorough market survey and feasibility studies.

If you get some key factors wrong before starting your own pet store business, then you are likely going to struggle to stay afloat. But over and above, pet store business is a thriving and profitable business especially if you are creative and ready to take on the available market within the location where your business.

2. Executive Summary

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is a standard and registered pet store company that will be located in one of the busiest business cum market districts in Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

We have been able to lease a shop facility along a major road that is big enough to fit into the design of the kind of pet store facility that we intend launching and the store facility is located in a corner piece property directly opposite the largest residential estate in Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. will be involved in retailing sell a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, fish and birds and also sell pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al. We will also offer pet related services, such as boarding, grooming and training.

We are aware that there are several large and small pet stores all around Baton Rouge – Louisiana, which is why we spent time and resources to conduct thorough feasibility studies and market survey so as to offer much more than our competitors will be offering. We have delivery service options for our customers, and our outlet is well secured with the various payment options.

Our customer care will be second to none in the whole of Baton Rouge – Louisiana. We know that our customers are the reason why we are in business which is why we will go the extra mile to get them satisfied when they visit our pet store and also to become our loyal customers and ambassadors.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. will at all times demonstrate her commitment to sustainability, both individually and as a firm, by actively participating in our communities and integrating sustainable business practices wherever possible.

We will ensure that we hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards by meeting our client’s needs precisely and completely. We will cultivate a working environment that provides a human, sustainable approach to earning a living, and living in our world, for our partners, employees and for our clients.

Our plan is to position Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. to become the leading brand in the pet stores industry in the whole of Louisiana, and also to be amongst the top 10 pet stores in whole of the United States of America within the first 10 years of opening our first pet store.

This might look too tall a dream but we are optimistic that this will surely come to pass because we have done our research and feasibility studies and we are enthusiastic and confident that Baton Rouge – Louisiana is the right place to launch our pet store business before spreading to other parts of the United States.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is a family business that is owned by Simon Winston and his immediate family members. Simon Winston has the required experience, qualifications and skills that will help him grow the business from start – up to profitability within the shortest time frame possible.

Although the business is launching out with just one outlet in Baton Rouge – Louisiana, but there is a plan to open other outlets all around key cities in the United States of America.

3. Our Products and Services

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is in the pet stores industry to make profits and we will ensure we go all the way to make available a wide range of pet related merchandize to our clients. We will ensure that we do all that is permitted by the law in the United States of America to achieve our business goal and ambition.

Our product and service offerings are listed below;

• Retailing pets
• Retailing pet food and supplies
• Other pet related services, such as boarding, grooming and training.

4. Our Mission and Vision Statement

• Our vision is to become the leading pet store – brand in the pet stores industry in the whole of Louisiana and also to be amongst the top 10 pet stores brands in the United States of America.
• Our mission is to establish a pet store business that will make available a wide range of pet merchandize and pet related services at affordable prices to the residence of Baton Rouge – Louisiana and other cities in the United States where we intend opening of chains of pet stores.

Our Business Structure

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is a pet store business that intends to start small in Baton Rouge – Louisiana, but looks to grow big in order to compete favorably with leading pet stores both in the United States and on a global stage.

We are aware of the importance of building a solid business structure that can support the picture of the kind of world class pet stores business we want to own. This is why we are committed to only hiring the best hands within our area of operations.

At Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc., we will ensure that we hire people that are qualified, hardworking, creative, customer centric and are ready to work to help us build a prosperous business that will benefit all the stake holders (the owners, workforce, and customers).

As a matter of fact, profit-sharing arrangement will be made available to all our senior management staff and it will be based on their performance for a period of five years or more as agreed by the board of trustees of the company. In view of the above, we have decided to hire qualified and competent hands to occupy the following positions in our organization;

• Chief Executive Officer (Owner)
• Store Manager
• Human Resources and Admin Manager

Merchandize Manager

Sales and Marketing Manager

Information Technologist

• Accountants / Cashiers
• Customer Services Executive

Pet Handlers / Pet Trainers

5. Job Roles and Responsibilities

Chief Executive Officer – CEO:

• Increases management’s effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining managers; communicating values, strategies, and objectives; assigning accountabilities; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; developing incentives; developing a climate for offering information and opinions; providing educational opportunities.
• Creates, communicates, and implements the organization’s vision, mission, and overall direction – i.e. leading the development and implementation of the overall organization’s strategy.
• Responsible for fixing prices and signing business deals
• Responsible for providing direction for the business
• Responsible for signing checks and documents on behalf of the company
• Evaluates the success of the organization
• Reports to the board

Admin and HR Manager

• Responsible for overseeing the smooth running of HR and administrative tasks for the organization
• Maintains office supplies by checking stocks; placing and expediting orders; evaluating new products.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Defines job positions for recruitment and managing interviewing process
• Carries out staff induction for new team members
• Responsible for training, evaluation and assessment of employees
• Responsible for arranging travel, meetings and appointments
• Oversees the smooth running of the daily office activities.

Store Manager:

• Responsible for managing the daily activities in the store
• Ensures that proper records of goods are kept and our racks and warehouse does not run out of products
• Ensures that the store facility is in tip top shape and goods are properly arranged and easy to locate
• Interfaces with third – party suppliers (vendors)
• Controls goods distribution and supply inventory
• Supervises the workforce
• Manages vendor relations, market visits, and the ongoing education and development of the organizations’ buying teams
• Helps to ensure consistent quality of pet food and supplies in our store
• Responsible for the purchase of pets, pet foods, pet supplies and related products for the organizations
• Responsible for planning sales, monitoring inventory, selecting the merchandise, and writing and pricing orders to vendors
• Ensures that the organization operates within stipulated budget.
• Manages external research and coordinate all the internal sources of information to retain the organizations’ best customers and attract new ones
• Models demographic information and analyze the volumes of transactional data generated by customer purchases
• Identifies, prioritizes, and reaches out to new partners, and business opportunities et al
• Identifies development opportunities; follows up on development leads and contacts; participates in the structuring and financing of projects; assures the completion of development projects.
• Responsible for supervising implementation, advocates for the customer’s needs, and communicates with clients
• Develops, executes and evaluates new plans for expanding increase sales
• Documents all customer contact and information
• Represents the company in strategic meetings
• Helps to increase sales and growth for the company
• Manages the organization website
• Handles ecommerce aspect of the business
• Responsible for installing and maintenance of computer software and hardware for the organization
• Manages logistics and supply chain software, Web servers, e-commerce software and POS (point of sale) systems
• Manage the organization’s CCTV
• Handles any other technological and IT related duties.

Accountant / Cashier:

• Responsible for preparing financial reports, budgets, and financial statements for the organization
• Provides managements with financial analyses, development budgets, and accounting reports; analyzes financial feasibility for the most complex proposed projects; conducts market research to forecast trends and business conditions.
• Responsible for financial forecasting and risks analysis.
• Performs cash management, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting
• Responsible for developing and managing financial systems and policies
• Responsible for administering payrolls
• Ensures compliance with taxation legislation
• Handles all financial transactions for the organization
• Serves as internal auditor for the organization

Client Service Executive / Sales Agents

• Ensures that all contacts with clients (e-mail, walk-In center, SMS or phone) provides the client with a personalized customer service experience of the highest level
• Through interaction with customers on the phone, uses every opportunity to build client’s interest in the company’s products and services
• Manages administrative duties assigned by the human resources and admin manager in an effective and timely manner
• Consistently stays abreast of any new information on the organizations’ products, promotional campaigns etc. to ensure accurate and helpful information is supplied to customers when they make enquiries (answer customer queries regarding the store and the merchandise)
• Finds out the customer’s needs, recommend, select and help locate the right merchandise, describe a product’s features and benefits.
• make suggestions and encourage purchase of products
• Provides information about warranties, manufacturing specifications, care and maintenance of merchandise and delivery options
• Bags or packages purchases and gift wrap merchandise
• Handles general pet sitting and pet walking / grooming services
• Responsible for operating pet shelters
• Responsible for boarding pets
• Responsible for operating dog pounds
• Effectively trains dogs and pets in specific skills (hunting skills, security skills, running errands and circus skills et al)
• Evaluates and document the progress of pets under his or her care
• Receives complaints from clients and channel it to the appropriate quarters
• Handles any other duty as assigned by the HR and Admin Manager.

6. SWOT Analysis

Our intention of starting just one outlet of our pet in Baton Rouge – Louisiana is to test run the business for a period of 2  to 5 years to know if we will invest more money, expand the business and then open other outlets all across the United States of America.

We are quite aware that there are several pet stores all over Baton Rouge – Louisiana and even in the same location where we intend locating ours, which is why we are following the due process of establishing a business.

We know that if a proper SWOT analysis is conducted for our business, we will be able to position our business to maximize our strength, leverage on the opportunities that will be available to us, mitigate our risks and be well equipped to confront our threats.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. employed the services of an expert HR and Business Analyst with bias in retailing to help us conduct a thorough SWOT analysis and to help us create a Business model that will help us achieve our business goals and objectives.

This is the summary of the SWOT analysis that was conducted for Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc.;

Our location, the business model we will be operating on (brick and mortar pet stores and online pet store), varieties of payment options, wide range of pets, pet foods, pet supplies and pet related services and our excellent customer service culture will definitely count as a strong strength for Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc.

So also, our management team members are people who have what it takes to grow a business from start – up to profitability with a record time.

• Weaknesses:

A major weakness that may count against us is the fact that we are a new pet store outlet in Baton Rouge – Louisiana and we don’t have the financial capacity to compete with multi – million dollars pet store outlets like PETCO Animal Supplies Inc., PetSmart Inc. and co when it comes to retailing at a rock bottom prices for all their products and services.

• Opportunities:

The fact that we are going to operate our pet stores opposite one of the largest residential estates with loads of pet owners in Baton Rouge – Louisiana provides us with unlimited opportunities to sell our pets, pet foods, pet supplies and related pet services to a large number of pet owners.

We have been able to conduct thorough feasibility studies and market survey and we know what our potential clients will be looking for when they visit our pet store; we are well positioned to take on the opportunities that will come our way.

Just like any other business, one of the major threats that we are likely going to face is economic downturn. It is a fact that economic downturn affects purchasing / spending power. Another threat that may likely confront us is the arrival of a new pet store or supermarket that retail same products like us in same location where ours is located. We are not ruling out the fact that unfavorable government policy can also pose a threat to our business.

7. MARKET ANALYSIS

• Market Trends

It is now becoming a popular trend not only in pet stores industry, but also in other industries for owners of brick and mortar stores to also run an online store. With this, it is easier for them to maximize profit in the business.

You can as well go ahead to open an online pet store where people can order dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al from your store.

You must ensure that your delivery system (shipping) is efficient if you intend to do well with your online pet store. So also, in the bid to generate more income for the business, it is now common to find pet stores offering pet related services such as pet boarding, pet grooming, pet sitting and pet walking et al.

The truth is those pet stores that offer these services do pretty well then other pet stores who are only into retailing pet merchandize.

Lastly, the Pet Stores industry has steadily remain relevant over the years as cats, dogs, fish and birds have remained common companions in many household. Pet parents or pet owner who treats their pet friends as family member; have grown increasingly hence the increase in demand for pet stores products and services.

8. Our Target Market

In the United States of America and of course in most countries of the world, people keep pets in their household and they ensure that the take proper care of their pets. As a matter of fact in the US and in most countries, there are laws guiding how pets should be handled.

This goes to show that if a pet store is well positioned and well stocked, then they will continue to sell their products to a wide range of clients on a regular basis.

In view of that, we have positioned our pet store to service the residence of Baton Rouge – Louisiana and every other location where our pet stores will be located in key cities all over the United States of America. We have conducted our market research and we have ideas of what our target market would be expecting from us.

We are in business to sell a wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et alto;

• Aspiring pet owners
• Pet grooming and boarding services companies
• Security companies (Dog guard companies)

Our competitive advantage

A close study of the pet stores industry reveals that the market has become much more intensely competitive over the last decade. As a matter of fact, you have to be highly creative, customer centric and proactive if you must survive in this industry.

We are aware of the stiffer competition and we are well prepared to compete favorably with other bridal shops in Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is launching a standard pet store that will indeed become the preferred choice for pet owners who resides in Baton Rouge – Louisiana. Our pet store is located in a corner piece property on a busy road directly opposite one of the largest residential estates in Baton Rouge – Louisiana. We have enough parking spaces that can accommodate well over 20 cars per time.

Our location, the business model we will be operating on (brick and mortar pet store and online pet store), varieties of payment options, wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al and our excellent customer service culture will definitely count as a competitive advantage for Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc.

In addition, our management team members are people who have what it takes to grow a business from start – up to profitability within a record time.

Lastly, our employees will be well taken care of, and their welfare package will be among the best within our category (startups pet stores) in the pet stores industry, meaning that they will be more than willing to build the business with us and help deliver our set goals and achieve all our aims and objectives.

We will also give good working conditions and commissions to freelance sales agents that we will recruit from time to time.

9. SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGY

• Sources of Income

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is in business to retail a wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al and offering pet related services to the residence of Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

We are in the pet stores industry to maximize profits and we are going to go all the way out to ensure that we achieve or business goals and objectives. We will generate income by;

10. Sales Forecast

One thing is certain when it comes to pet stores business, if your store is well stocked and centrally positioned in an environment with the right demographic composition, then you will always attract customers cum sales and that will sure translate to increase in revenue generation for the business.

We are well positioned to take on the available market in Baton Rouge – Louisiana and we are quite optimistic that we will meet our set target of generating enough income / profits from the first six month of operations and grow the business and our clientele base.

We have been able to critically examine the pet stores industry and we have analyzed our chances in the industry and we have been able to come up with the following sales forecast. The sales projections are based on information gathered on the field and some assumptions that are peculiar to startups in Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

Below are the sales projections for Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc., it is based on the location of our business and other factors as it relates to pet stores start – ups in the United States;

• First Fiscal Year-: $120,000
• Second Fiscal Year-: $350,000
• Third Fiscal Year-: $750,000

N.B : This projection is done based on what is obtainable in the industry and with the assumption that there won’t be any major economic meltdown and there won’t be any major competitor offering same products and customer care services as we do within same location. Please note that the above projection might be lower and at the same time it might be higher.

• Marketing Strategy and Sales Strategy

Before choosing a location for Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc., we paid experts to undertake a thorough market survey and feasibility studies in order for us to be able to be able to penetrate the available market and become the preferred choice for pet owners who reside in Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

We have detailed information and data that we were able to utilize to structure our business to attract the numbers of customers we want to attract per time.

We hired experts who have good understanding of the pet stores industry to help us develop marketing strategies that will help us achieve our business goal of winning a larger percentage of the available market in Baton Rouge – Louisiana.

In other to continue to be in business and grow, we must continue to sell our wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al that are available in our store which is why we will go all out to empower or sales and marketing team to deliver.

In summary, Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. will adopt the following sales and marketing approach to win customers over;

• Open our pet stores in a grand style with a party for all.
• Introduce our pet store business by sending introductory letters alongside our brochure to pet owners, pet grooming and boarding services companies, security companies who are into supply dogs as guards and other key stake holders in Baton Rouge – Louisiana
• Ensure that we have a wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al in our store at all times.
• Make use of attractive hand bills to create awareness and also to give direction to our pet store
• Position our signage / flexi banners at strategic places around Louisiana
• Position our greeters to welcome and direct potential customers
• Create a loyalty plan that will enable us reward our regular customers
• Engage on road shows within our neighborhood to create awareness for our pet store.

11. Publicity and Advertising Strategy

Despite the fact that our pet store is well located, we will still go ahead to intensify publicity for the business. We are going to explore all available means to promote Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. has a long term plan of opening outlets in various locations all around the United States of America which is why we will deliberately build our brand to be well accepted in Baton Rouge – Louisiana before venturing out.

As a matter of fact, our publicity and advertising strategy is not solely for winning customers over but to effectively communicate our brand. Here are the platforms we intend leveraging on to promote and advertise Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc.;

• Place adverts on community based newspapers, pet magazines, radio stations and TV stations.
• Encourage the use of word of mouth publicity from our loyal customers
• Leverage on the internet and social media platforms like; YouTube, Instagram, Facebook ,Twitter, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Badoo, Google+  and other platforms to promote our business.
• Ensure that our we position our banners and billboards in strategic positions all around Baton Rouge – Louisiana
• Distribute our fliers and handbills in target areas in and around our neighborhood
• Contact corporate organizations, households, pet grooming and boarding services companies and other stakeholders by calling them up and informing them of Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. and the products and services we sell
• Advertise Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. business in our official website and employ strategies that will help us pull traffic to the site
• Brand all our official cars and vans and ensure that all our staff members and management staff wears our branded shirt or cap at regular intervals.

12. Our Pricing Strategy

Pricing is one of the key factors that gives leverage to retailers and pet stores, it is normal for consumers to go to places (pet stores) where they can get a wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al and pet related services at affordable price.

Which is why big players like PETCO Animal Supplies Inc., Pet Smart Inc. and co in the pet stores industry will continue to attract loads of consumers.

We know we don’t have the capacity to compete with bigger and well – established pet stores, but we will ensure that the prices of all the products that are available in our store and our services are competitive with what is obtainable amongst pet stores within our level.

• Payment Options

The payment policy adopted by Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is all inclusive because we are quite aware that different customers prefer different payment options as it suits them but at the same time, we will ensure that we abide by the financial rules and regulation of the United States of America.

Here are the payment options that Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. will make available to her clients;

• Payment via bank transfer
• Payment with cash
• Payment via credit cards / Point of Sale Machines (POS Machines)
• Payment via online bank transfer
• Payment via check
• Payment via mobile money transfer
• Payment via bank draft

In view of the above, we have chosen banking platforms that will enable our client make payment for farm produces purchase without any stress on their part. Our bank account numbers will be made available on our website and promotional materials to clients who may want to deposit cash or make online transfer for our products and services.

13. Startup Expenditure (Budget)

In setting up any business, the amount or cost will depend on the approach and scale you want to undertake. If you intend to go big by renting a place, then you would need a good amount of capital as you would need to ensure that your employees are well taken care of, and that your facility is conducive enough for workers to be creative and productive.

This means that the start-up can either be low or high depending on your goals, vision and aspirations for your business.

The tools and equipment that will be used are nearly the same cost everywhere, and any difference in prices would be minimal and can be overlooked. As for the detailed cost analysis for starting a pet store business; it might differ in other countries due to the value of their money. This is the key areas where we will spend our start – up capital;

• The total fee for registering the business in the United States of America – $750.
• Legal expenses for obtaining licenses and permits as well as the accounting services (software, P.O.S machines and other software) – $3,300.
• Marketing promotion expenses for the grand opening of Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. in the amount of $3,500 and as well as flyer printing (2,000 flyers at $0.04 per copy) for the total amount of $3,580.
• The total cost for hiring Consultant – $2,500.
• The total cost for the purchase of insurance (general liability, workers’ compensation and property casualty) coverage at a total premium – $2,400.
• The cost for payment of rent for 12 month at $1.76 per square feet in the total amount of $105,600.
• The cost for shop remodeling (construction of racks and shelves) – $20,000.
• Other start-up expenses including stationery ( $500 ) and phone and utility deposits ( $2,500 ).
• Operational cost for the first 3 months (salaries of employees, payments of bills et al) – $60,000
• The cost for start-up inventory (stocking with a wide range of pets such dogs, cats, fish and birds and pet foods and pet supplies, such as collars, leashes, health and beauty aids, shampoos, medication, toys, pet containers, dog kennels and cat furniture et al) – $100,000
• The cost for store equipment (cash register, security, ventilation, signage) – $13,750
• The cost of purchase and installation of CCTVs: $5,000
• The cost for the purchase of furniture and gadgets (Computers, Printers, Telephone, TVs, Sound System, tables and chairs et al): $4,000.
• The cost of launching a website: $600
• The cost for our opening party: $5,000
• Miscellaneous: $5,000

We would need an estimate of $350,000 to successfully set up our pet store in Baton Rouge – Louisiana. Please note that this amount includes the salaries of all the staff for the first month of operation.

Generating Funds / Startup Capital for Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is a private business that is solely owned and financed by Simon Winston and his immediate family members. They do not intend to welcome any external business partner which is why he has decided to restrict the sourcing of the start – up capital to 3 major sources.

These are the areas we intend generating our start – up capital;

• Generate part of the start – up capital from personal savings
• Source for soft loans from family members and friends
• Apply for loan from my Bank

N.B: We have been able to generate about $100,000 (Personal savings $70,000 and soft loan from family members $30,000) and we are at the final stages of obtaining a loan facility of $250,000 from our bank. All the papers and document have been signed and submitted, the loan has been approved and any moment from now our account will be credited with the amount.

14. Sustainability and Expansion Strategy

The future of a business lies in the numbers of loyal customers that they have the capacity and competence of the employees, their investment strategy and the business structure. If all of these factors are missing from a business (company), then it won’t be too long before the business close shop.

One of our major goals of starting Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. is to build a business that will survive off its own cash flow without the need for injecting finance from external sources once the business is officially running.

We know that one of the ways of gaining approval and winning customers over is to sell our pets, pet merchandize and pet services a little bit cheaper than what is obtainable in the market and we are well prepared to survive on lower profit margin for a while.

Tom & Jerry Pet Stores®, Inc. will make sure that the right foundation, structures and processes are put in place to ensure that our staff welfare are well taken of. Our company’s corporate culture is designed to drive our business to greater heights and training and retraining of our workforce is at the top burner.

As a matter of fact, profit-sharing arrangement will be made available to all our management staff and it will be based on their performance for a period of three years or more. We know that if that is put in place, we will be able to successfully hire and retain the best hands we can get in the industry; they will be more committed to help us build the business of our dreams.

Check List / Milestone

• Business Name Availability Check: Completed
• Business Registration: Completed
• Opening of Corporate Bank Accounts: Completed
• Securing Point of Sales (POS) Machines: Completed
• Opening Mobile Money Accounts: Completed
• Opening Online Payment Platforms: Completed
• Application and Obtaining Tax Payer’s ID: In Progress
• Application for business license and permit: Completed
• Purchase of Insurance for the Business: Completed
• Leasing of facility and remodeling the shop: In Progress
• Conducting Feasibility Studies: Completed
• Generating capital from family members: Completed
• Applications for Loan from the bank: In Progress
• Writing of Business Plan: Completed
• Drafting of Employee’s Handbook: Completed
• Drafting of Contract Documents and other relevant Legal Documents: In Progress
• Design of The Company’s Logo: Completed
• Graphic Designs and Printing of Packaging Marketing / Promotional Materials: In Progress
• Recruitment of employees: In Progress
• Purchase of the Needed furniture, racks, shelves, computers, electronic appliances, office appliances and CCTV: In progress
• Creating Official Website for the Company: In Progress
• Creating Awareness for the business both online and around the community: In Progress
• Health and Safety and Fire Safety Arrangement (License): Secured
• Opening party / launching party planning: In Progress
• Compilation of our list of products that will be available in our store: Completed
• Establishing business relationship with vendors – suppliers of pets and pet merchandize, wedding planners and other stake holders: In Progress

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Ever-teeming with business updates, the latest wave of storefront changes for the city includes the local launch of an international jewelry brand, the statewide debut of a national pet store chain and a sprinkling of new brick-and-mortar retail locations.

Naperville welcomes fourth U.S. Malabar showroom

Global jewelry retailer Malabar Gold & Diamonds has opened a new showroom in Naperville at 1568 W. Ogden Ave. This marks the brand’s fourth store in the U.S. and fifth across North America.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds was founded more than three decades ago in India, according to its website. Today, the global retailer has 350 showrooms across 13 countries. In the U.S., the brand has locations in Texas, New Jersey, Chicago — and now Naperville.

Internationally, the company also operates in the United Kingdom, Australia, Kuwait, Malaysia and Singapore, among other countries.

The store sells a wide range of jewelry for men and women, and for occasions both casual and special, including anniversaries and weddings.

Local elected officials, as well as the Consulate General of India in Chicago, attended the grand opening event April 27.

Woof Gang expands to Illinois

Pet store chain Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming — which has more than 350 locations open or on the way across the country — has expanded to Naperville, marking the business’ first store in Illinois.

Woof Gang’s local store is part of the Naperville Crossings shopping center at 2940 Showplace Drive.

“We are thrilled to extend Woof Gang’s reach into Illinois with the opening of our first location in Naperville,” Ricardo Azevedo, CEO of Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, said in a news release. “Expanding into new locations allows us to fulfill our mission of providing exceptional care and top-quality products to pets and their owners. We are committed to becoming an integral part of the Naperville community, enriching the lives of pets and their families with every wagging tail and joyful bark.”

Founded in 2007, Woof Gang is a specialty retailer of pet food and supplies. It also offers professional pet grooming services.

In a statement, franchisee of Woof Gang’s Naperville location Lisa Moran, said, “As a pet lover and proud resident of Naperville, I am honored to bring Woof Gang’s exceptional services and products to my fellow pet enthusiasts in the area.”

Lou Malnati’s Naperville rings in 30 years

Three decades ago, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria opened in the heart of Naperville’s downtown. Now, the iconic Chicago pizza chain is commemorating 30 years in the city with a newly expanded opportunity to enjoy a slice.

Lou Malnati’s is soon opening an outdoor dining area at its Naperville restaurant on Jefferson Avenue. The patio’s launch will be commemorated with a grand opening event at 4:45 p.m. Thursdasy, May 23. Free samples will be available through 5:30 p.m., followed by live music performed by one of Lou’s bartenders.

“We’re grateful to the people of Naperville for continuing to support the restaurant three decades later,” owner Marc Malnati said in a news release. “We’re excited to celebrate our new patio in honor of this milestone anniversary and we’re looking forward to serving our legendary deep-dish pizza to our hungry loyal fans for another 30 years.”

Med spa signs Naperville spot

SEV, a West Hollywood-based med spa brand touted by such celebrities as the Kardashians and Eva Longoria, is preparing to launch a new location in Naperville. The brand, according to a news release, recently secured a lease to bring one of its spas to the Market Meadows Shopping Center at 1239 South Naper Blvd.

“I am thrilled to announce the latest addition to the SEV family with the signing of our lease for a new location in Naperville,” SEV founder Sevana Petrosian said in the release.

The spa will be SEV’s second location in the Chicago-area. The other is in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood at 2320 N. Lincoln Ave.

SEV specializes in laser hair removal, injectables, body contouring and other aesthetic services. The spa planned for Naperville will launch with laser hair removal before rolling out additional services.

Boots and weddings

Earlier this year, Naperville welcomed Boot Barn to town, which lauds itself as the largest western and workwear retailer across the country.

The store is now open at 586 Route 59. There are four other Boot Barn locations in Illinois, including stores in Crystal Lake, Gurnee, Rockford and Springfield.

Meanwhile, a new event space dubbed “The Crawford” commemorated its grand opening in Naperville in mid-March. The venue is located at 119 Shuman Blvd. Kansas City-based Abbott Hospitality is behind the venture.

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Bread and bagels at The Works Cafe in downtown Portland. Photo by Aimsel Ponti

From New York-style boiled bagels to Montreal-inspired wood-fired ones, there’s lots of great bagels in southern Maine and several shops have the accolades to back that up.

In 2023, Bon Appetit named bagels from Rose Foods and Rover Bagel among the best in the country.

Two years before that,  Food & Wine Magazine put Rover, Forage and Scratch Baking Co. on its list of best bagels in the U.S.

Whether you like yours toasted with cream cheese or as the bread for your breakfast sandwich, you can find plenty of styles and flavors from Biddeford to Brunswick.

BEACH BAGELS

The offerings at Beach Bagels include a French toast and marble bagel, and the cream cheese menu comprises spreads like strawberry, olive and honey walnut. Along with breakfast sandwiches, Beach Bagels has hearty breakfast options like omelets and pancakes. Best of all, you’re steps away from a beach stroll. Just don’t let the seagulls steal your bagel. Advertisement

WHEN: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily WHERE: 34 Old Orchard St., Old Orchard Beach. beachbagels.yolasite.com ______________

Dutchman’s opened in 2022 as a pop-up housed at Nomad pizza in Brunswick’s Fort Andross building. It’s since become a permanent fixture there and uses the pizzeria’s wood-fired ovens to bake its bagels. The hand-shaped, honey-boiled bagels come in plain, roasted garlic, poppy and a bagel-of-the-day flavor.

WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday to Sunday WHERE: Fort Andross, 14 Maine St., Brunswick. dutchmans.me ______________

FORAGE MARKET

Making bagels at Forage Market involves a two-day aging process. The bagels are naturally leavened with wild yeast starter and baked next to a hardwood fire. There are usually five flavors available, including sesame and garlic. Breakfast sandwiches (including vegan options) are available. Forage also has a location in Lewiston. Advertisement

WHEN: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday WHERE: 123 Washington Ave., Portland. foragemarket.com _____________

MISTER BAGEL

There are 10 or so Mister Bagel locations in Maine, including South Portland and Falmouth. It all began with the Portland location, which was the first bagel shop to open in Maine. The late Rick Hartglass started Mister Bagel in 1977, and it is still a family business. Music fans will appreciate the breakfast sandwich menu, which includes The David Bowie (bacon, egg and American cheese), the Jimmy Buffett (egg with roast beef and cheddar) and The Lady Gaga (avocado, salt and pepper, with or without egg).

WHEN: 6:30 a.m. to noon Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to noon Saturday and Sunday WHERE: 599 Forest Ave., Portland. misterbagelforestave.com ______________

At Rose Foods, the menu varies depending on the day, but there are usually six to eight flavors available. For example, should you pop in on a Friday, you’ll find a poppy and onion bialy (a cousin of the bagel that is not boiled). Rose Foods also makes a number of bagel sandwiches, including the Classic Nova with Nova lox and the Classic Whitefish. Advertisement

WHEN: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily WHERE: 428 Forest Ave., Portland. rosefoods.me

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ROVER BAGEL

At Rover Bagel, you’ll find wood-fired plain, poppy, sea salt, sesame and everything bagels available most of the time, and the spread game here is strong with cream cheese options like lemon-thyme-honey cream and chili-garlic.

WHEN: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon Sunday WHERE: 10 West Point Lane Suite 10-204, Biddeford (Pepperell Mill). roverbagel.com

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SCRATCH BAKING CO.

You haven’t lived until you’ve experienced the line of devoted fans waiting for Scratch Baking Co. to open, especially on weekend mornings. Along with the popular Maine sea salt, plain and other everyday flavors, Scratch has a daily special bagel. There’s honeyed rosemary on Wednesday and jalapeno cheddar on Thursday. Scratch is also famous, at least to locals, for its P-Cheese spread. It’s a pimento cheese recipe made with cheddar, mayo, roasted red peppers and seasoning and was passed down to co-owner and head baker Allison Reid by her grandmother, Mern.

WHEN: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to noon Sunday WHERE: 416 Preble St., South Portland. scratchbakingco.com ___________

THE MAINE BAGEL

The Maine Bagel is a drive-thru with several breakfast and other kinds of sandwiches available. With a bagel list that features egg and bialy among the standards, the family-owned spot is the perfect place to stop on your way to Pine Point Beach. The Maine Bagel really shines with a dozen kinds of cream cheese spreads, including raisin-walnut, lox, strawberry, cranberry-nut and bacon-chive.

WHEN: 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. WHERE: 117 Route 1, Scarborough. themainebagel.com Advertisement

THE WORKS CAFE

The Works Cafe is an institution on the edge of the Portland’s Old Port. It opened in 1990 as Bagel Works before it changed its name in 2002. The original shop in this regional chain opened in Manchester, Vermont, in 1988, and there are 11 locations around New England, though just the one in Maine. Gone are the ’90s-era banana-walnut bagels and cold pizza cream cheese, but The Works Cafe is still a reliable place to grab a salt, multigrain or cinnamon raisin bagel, among others. The menu also has bowls, sandwiches and smoothies.

WHEN: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily WHERE: 15 Temple St., Portland. workscafe.com

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