In this episode of the
Pet Shop Girls Podcast, Sherry and Carly sit down with
Dan Jablons, founder of
Retail Smart Guys, to uncover practical ways pet retailers can take control of their cash flow and inventory.
Dan shares how a solid purchasing plan, smart forecasting, and better customer engagement can transform your bottom line. He breaks down the common mistakes retailers make—and how to avoid them—while also offering quick, actionable steps to free up cash right away.
From the power of “open-to-buy” planning to creating meaningful in-store experiences, Dan helps independent pet retailers understand how to thrive in today’s competitive market.
Whether you’re struggling with overstock, looking for better buying strategies, or simply want to improve your store’s profitability, this episode is packed with insights you can put into practice immediately.
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What is Pet Shop Girls with Sherry (Odyssey Pets) and Carly (House of Paws) - A Podcast for Independent Pet Pros?
Welcome to The Pet Shop Girls. This show is for independent pet pros who want to learn about cool ideas to help their businesses make more money. Each week, hosts Carly and Sherry are sharing tips about marketing, growing and managing a team, how to avoid common mistakes, up-and-coming trends in the pet industry, and so much more.
Sherry, from Odyssey Pets in Dallas, Texas, has been in the industry for 20 years. She has experience in everything from aquatics, to grooming, to boarding, and even retail and has expanded her business to over 10,000 square feet.
And you may know Carly, of House of Paws in Regina, Saskatchewan, from TikTok, where she's amassed over 150,000 followers marketing her pet boutique. She built her business in the midst of the global pandemic, and has found a ton of creative ways to scale her business and engage with her local community.
Running a pet business can be lonely, but you don't have to do this alone. Join the Pet Shop Girls each week for the podcast that's guaranteed to make you sit, stay, and beg for more.