Debra Pettenger
Elk Grove, CA (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal
Canine Clipper
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Location:
Elk Grove
Industry:
Retail/Clothing
Year Founded:
2009
Number Employees:
1-10 people
Description:
We are a long-established dog grooming busniess. I purchased the business in February of this year. The business had been successfully operated by the same owner for 20+ years in our city, and she was ready to retire. I had the opportunity to relocate the business from its very small and outdated shop to a brand new facility located within a large veterinary hospital and pet hotel. While most of the loyal customers have followed us to our new location, we are also receiving new clients who live in the relocation area as well as new clients through the veterinary hospital and pet hotel. It has basically turned out to be a win/win situation for both our business as well as the veterinary business. Because we need to expand in order to accomodate our growing business, I am in need of working capital. I have been putting everything I have into the business but can't get to the point where I'm ahead of the game rather than trying to catch up to it. We want to expand our services beyond the grooming to include pet massage therapy as well as pick up and delivery services for our elderly clients. We have also been asked to provide on-site services for some of the retirement communities in our area. I would like to form an LLC at this point and also be able to offer my employees a benefit package. I pride myself on having a very professional staff and would like to continue to draw clients who are looking for something above the norm.