Pet Shop Girls with Sherry (Odyssey Pets) and Carly (House of Paws) - A Podcast for Independent Pet Pros

Pet Shop Girls with Sherry (Odyssey Pets) and Carly (House of Paws) - A Podcast for Independent Pet Pros

Author: The Pet Shop Girls Language: English Episodes: 100
Running a small business in the pet industry is a unique blend of passion and hustle. Pet Shop Girls with Sherry (Odyssey Pets) and Carly (House of Paws)-A Podcast for Independent Pet Pros gets right into the heart of that daily reality. Sherry brings two decades of experience from her own shop, Odyssey Pets in Dallas, covering everything from inventory to customer quirks. Carly, from House of Paws, adds her own frontline perspective. Together, they ditch the generic advice for conversations that actually sound like the ones you’d have with a trusted colleague. You’ll hear them work through the real stuff: practical marketing that doesn’t require a huge budget, the nuances of hiring and training a team that cares as much as you do, and how to sidestep pitfalls that can trip up even seasoned pros. They also keep an ear to the ground for the trends and ideas that matter to independent shops, not just the big chains. This podcast feels like a regular check-in with friends who understand exactly what you’re building, offering a mix of hard-won wisdom and fresh thinking to help your business thrive. Tune in for honest talk about making a living while doing what you love for animals and their families.
Episodes
Episode 62 - Why Private Labeling Isn't Just For the Big Dogs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:20
We're so excited to have Art Nakagawa on the show today. As a 44-year industry veteran, Art's passion for supporting independent pet retailers is truly inspiring. We dive deep into the power of private labeling - how it…
Episode 61 - What Makes Your Employees Want to Stay (Or Want to Leave) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:45
In this episode, we're diving deep into the art of keeping your rock-star employees happy, engaged and part of the family. From biannual check-ins to creative recognition programs, we're spilling all our secrets to make…
Episode 60 - Managing the Generations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:36
In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of generational differences in the workplace on this episode of the Pet Shop Girls podcast. As business owners, we've got a front-row seat to the unique perspectives, wor…
Episode 59 - SOS for Your POS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:30
This week, we are diving into the world of POS systems with the one and only Nicholas Cook, president and co-founder of Pinogy. We're talking all things point-of-sale - from must-have features to hidden fees and everythi…
Episode 58 - Hey Brands, Let's get real here [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:36
This week, join us to pull back the curtain on the challenges indie retailers face when working with brands. From MAP policy nightmares to SKU overload, we're laying it all out there - but don't worry, we've got solution…
Episode 56 - The Art of Being Copied [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:39
This week, we're tackling a topic that's near and dear to our hearts: the art of being copied. As fellow indie retailers, we know all too well the sting of seeing your brilliant ideas snatched up by the competition. But…
Episode 54 - The Value of Staff Feeding Programs for Brands [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:01
In today's episode, we dive into the world of staff feeding programs - the secret sauce that can turn your employees into brand ambassadors and boost your sales. We're spilling all the juicy details, from how to set up a…