170: Behind Closed Doors: Building a Pet Destination

170: Behind Closed Doors: Building a Pet Destination

Author: Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation® February 9, 2025 Duration: 25:05
Ready for the comeback of the YEAR?! We're talking about Candace's comeback to the pet industry RETAIL WORLD! Yup, but this isn't just another pet store opening–  it's SO much more, and we have all the juicy details ready to share!  In this brand new monthly series, Candace will be dropping episode updates to take you behind the scenes of her building a dreamy pet destination from the ground UP.  You're going to peek behind the curtain to watch an experienced Pet Boss truly bring a vision to life while hearing about every step it took to get there in REAL time.  In this first episode, Candace spills the treats on: 🐾The serendipitous series of events that led Candace back to retail (was this a meant-to-be moment?!)  🐾 Why she's dreaming bigger than just a basic pet store-- think coworking spaces, grooming education, and Instagram-worthy photo ops.  🐾 The real talk about taking risks and seizing opportunities, even when others think you're "intense" or "overwhelming." 🐾 Her smart moves in bringing in a standout team to help her manage this big Pet Boss vision.  🐾 The adorable and FUN name of this new business venture and why it's a PERFECT fit!  This is just the beginning, and whether you're just starting your own pet business or you've been at it for years, we promise you will learn so much along the way while you take this journey with Candace. Buckle up and let the comeback commence!  Transcript Show Notes Join Us Online Find us on Facebook Join our Free Pet Industry Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Read our Blog

Running a local pet business is a unique blend of passion and hard-nosed strategy, and the Pet Boss® Podcast with Candace speaks directly to that reality. Hosted by Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation®, these conversations move beyond generic advice to tackle the actual challenges faced by shop owners and service providers on Main Street. You'll hear from fellow pet supply store operators, groomers, dog daycare managers, trainers, and sitters who are navigating the same daily realities you are. The discussions blend foundational business principles with actionable secrets that are proving effective right now, all within the specific context of the animal care industry. This isn't about abstract theory; it's about what works when the bell on your door jingles and a client walks in with their pup. Each episode aims to provide honest, peer-driven insights because, as any pet professional knows, a dog business is indeed big business. Tune in for a candid look at building resilience and success from the ground up, designed specifically for the dedicated local entrepreneur in the vibrant world of pets.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
182: Tariff Impact: What Every Pet Business Owner Needs to Know NOW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:10
The tariff situation is changing rapidly, and it's already affecting your pet business - whether you realize it or not! 📊 In this episode, Candace breaks her silence on this complex topic to give you the straight facts a…
178: Show Me the Money: Funding Your Pet Business Dream [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:22
Getting a bank loan for your pet business doesn't have to feel like solving a mystery! 💰 In this episode, Candace brings in Jacqueline Pait, a specialized lender from Live Oak Bank who works with pet care businesses nati…
177: The Survival Guide for Uncertain Economic Times [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:47
Candace welcomes a retail LEGEND on this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast! 🙌 Bob Negen of WhizBang! Retail Training has decades of experience helping thousands of retailers succeed. Today, he's sharing the exact formula f…
176: Writing a Pet Business Plan [Behind Closed Doors Series] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:43
What’s a business plan, and do you need one?! No matter what stage of business you’re in, if you don’t have a concrete business plan mapped out, let’s get to work! 💪 Candace recently got back into business planning mode…
175: How Astro Loyalty is Making Pet Retail Easier & More Profitable. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:21
Ever wonder how successful pet stores manage all those loyalty programs and manufacturer deals without completely losing their minds? This episode will show you how! Astro Loyalty offers a tech solution that's transformi…
174: How to Confidently Charge Premium Prices for Pet Services [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:24
Imagine showing up to your grooming job one day only to be met by the landlord of the building telling you to get out... That’s what happened to our guest on this episode of the Pet Boss Podcast. But don’t worry! Karissa…