244: Sale Secrets: A $3,000+ in Extra Revenue Story And How You Can Replicate It

244: Sale Secrets: A $3,000+ in Extra Revenue Story And How You Can Replicate It

Author: Candace D'Agnolo of Pet Boss Nation® July 12, 2026 Duration: 26:52
July has always been known as one of the slower retail months so Candace made a strategic decision: go big or go home. Dante and Dory's threw a patriotic pet sale from Friday, July 3rd through Monday, July 6th. The result? $3,000 more in sales than Memorial Day weekend (about a month earlier), driven by 100 additional transactions. This episode is a complete behind-the-scenes walkthrough of how she planned it, executed it, and what she learned - plus strategies you can apply to your own holiday sale. Listen now to hear: 💰 Why slow months are actually your biggest opportunity (not your problem) 💰 Why you should be treating inventory like an ATM  💰 When (and why) to discount aggressively to move old inventory 💰 How to using paid social advertising strategically   💰 How it took a full team effort for big events and how to involve your team in planning Plus hear the importance of not letting merchandise "get dusty," and why Candace has always said you shouldn't be a museum! 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.
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236: Part 2: How We Leveled Up the Farmer's Market Booth in One Week [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:06
This is part two of last week's episode where Candace talked about the five ways off-location events make you money. After another week at the Dante and Dory's farmer's market booth, she realized there were some things w…
234: The Cash Flow Squeeze (And What to Do About It Right Now) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:57
Squeeze, squeeze, squeeze. The financial squeeze is real - and if you're feeling it, this episode is for you. Candace tackles the most pressing realities that independent pet business owners are facing right now: fewer c…