Pet Shop And Dog Grooming With Rental Income For Sale

Business description

HISTORY

• Established by vendor as part of a chain of 2 pet shops (1 already sold)
• Current site 10 years
• Customer base has grown considerably over the years with exceptionally high repeat rate
• Wide range of products to suit demand introduced with emphasis on specialist supplies
• Increase in dog grooming work seen

REASON FOR SALE

• Vendors are seeking a change in lifestyle

PRODUCTS

• Very full range of supplies suitable of urban pets
o Food stuffs
o Treats
o Bedding
o Accessories
o Sundries
• Pet related giftware
SERVICES

• Dog grooming work undertaken in house
• Deliveries undertaken

CUSTOMERS

• Substantial database of repeat personal customers
• Dog grooming undertaken for owners within a very wide radius of town
• Close to local schools

SUPPLIERS

• Weekly cash and carry stocking trip
• Half a dozen independent suppliers
• Vital

STRENGTHS

• Very well established in the town with excellent local name
• Highly visible site
• Loyal repeat customer base
• Consistent financial performance
• Parking
• High footfall
• Close to local school
• All requisite equipment included
• Rental income reduces overheads considerably






DISCLAIMER: Viewing is essential to fully appreciate this business and strictly by appointment only through the agents. N/B: All Negotiations must be conducted through Advent Business Sales. These details do not constitute part of an offer or contract and properties are offered subject to being sold, let or withdrawn without notice at any time and without liability for any expenses incurred by applicants. All statements and descriptions are made without responsibility or warranty by us, vendors or lessors. Intending purchasers must check for themselves (Misrepresentation Act 1967).

An Energy Performance Certificate will be made available upon request of further details where one is required for the business premises.

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Location:

• Prominent trading position in parade of shop visible from large roundabout
• Restricted street parking (1 hour) in front of the parade
• Located in an area of mixed commercial/residential area close to local school
• Pavement display with full range of complimentary businesses

Premises details:

• A traditional parade shop, with pavement sales, 3 bed room flat above, with separate access
• Large window display
• Pavement sales area
• Sales counter
• Racking and shelving appropriate to trade
• WC
• Grooming parlour
o Drying cabinet
o 2 tables
o 2 dryers
o Sundry grooming equipment and supplies

• Kitchen
• Garden to rear with shed containing 3 freezers
• Separate washing room with storage
• Garage
• 3 bed room flat, with kitchen, bathroom and living room
• Van

Business Operation

Expansion potential:

• Introduction of alternative product lines
• Focus on margins
• Considerable savings for working couple or family
• No internet site at present
• Introduction of 3rd table on high margin dog grooming
• Mobile dog grooming
• Additional deliveries and van sales

Trading hours:

• Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm
• Sunday 10am to 2pm

Employees:

• Vendor • 4 part time staff working within grooming parlour