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

You've probably heard us mention on previous episodes of this podcast that Carly is kind of TikTok famous in the pet industry. With over 55,000 followers, Carly's educational videos not only gain a lot of views, but also a ton of engagement. In this episode, we're sharing some of our best TikTok tips. In this episode, we're talking about: Visibility, reach, and engagement on TikTok compared to tra...

Today, we are talking about the importance of maintaining a positive team culture and addressing issues or "yellow flags" before they become bigger problems. We can't stress enough how important it is to listen to your gut instincts, have difficult conversations, establish clear expectations for employees, and use disciplinary processes and employee handbooks to protect the business culture. The k...

This week we are joined by a pillar in the pet industry, BC Henschen, to talk about what to look for in a brand, including quality, manufacturing processes, transparency, and partnerships. We also cover everything from how to research brands through publications, touring manufacturing plants, building transparent and positive relationships with brands and distributors, using social media and colla...

This week, we share some of our favorite low-cost and no-cost technology that helps automate workflows and increase efficiency in our businesses. From scheduling tools to video editing apps, we hope you find some new solutions to help take tasks off your plate. Connect with the Pet Shop Girls! Find us anywhere you like to connect! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://linktr.ee/petshopgirls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join u...

We are thrilled to have Dr. Conor Brady join us on the podcast today. As a leader in canine nutrition, "Dr. Brilliant" shares invaluable insights into raw feeding, dental health, seaweed supplements and more. From raw meaty bones to homemade dog treats, we enjoyed getting Dr. Brady's opinions on "paws up or paws down" for various topics related to Pet Dental Month. Connect with Dr. Conor Brady and...

It's time to evaluate your pricing strategy going into 2024. In this episode, we cover a lot of different pricing strategies and techniques to help boost your bottom line in the new year, from charm pricing and decoy pricing to bundling add-ons and case discounts. Come find us on social media to let us know which strategies you'll be implementing - we can't wait to hear what you think! Connect wit...

We had such an insightful discussion with Billy Hoekman from Green Juju in this episode. He provided so much valuable information about the pet food industry, AAFCO regulations, and how Green Juju is innovating with their whole food approach. Billy also gave great advice for retailers to educate staff and customers. It was fascinating to learn about his passion for pet nutrition and hear his visio...

Today we are sharing our top tips for new pet business owners. We are here to share what we've learned so that you don't have to make all the same mistakes we made when we first started our businesses, from online sales, to inventory selection, to sales strategy, e-mail strategy, and more. What is one thing you wish you had known when you first started your business? Connect with us on social medi...

This week, we are partying like it's New Year's Eve! In the spirit of the countdown to the new year, in today's episode, we are counting down our top 10 tips that all pet pros should do. Which tip is your biggest takeaway? Let us know - you can connect with us on your favorite social media platform on the link below. Connect with the Pet Shop Girls! Find us anywhere you like to connect! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

It's that time of year again... when we get to count our inventory. We know, no one wants a podcast episode about counting inventory. But there are a lot of FUN things related to inventory, and that's what we are talking about in today's episode. Today we're talking about looking for new products, filling our empty stores after all the holiday sales, creative display and merchandising ideas, and s...

You may feel like you don't even have time to THINK about January and beyond right now, but in today's episode, we're talking about annual marketing plans made easy. Have you ever planned out your ENTIRE YEAR of marketing in advance? It may sound daunting, but we've got so many tips and ideas for you, it will actually even be fun! Channel your "ESP" and let's plan 2024 together. Connect with the P...

There are so many fun, creative ways to sell products during the holiday season. In fact, this is the most important season for those of us in retail and is critical for our bottom line. Even if you feel a little behind this year, this episode is full of ideas that are perfect for a little last-minute holiday cheer... and a quick cash injection. Free or extremely low cost, we've got ideas that you...