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Hello everyone! I feel like a beagle with its nose down and tail up because I am hot on the scent of the newest …. Pet Gourmet! They are the newest pet food store in North Scottsdale and I have the pleasure of getting to know them this week!

Karen, Beth, Bella, Rica

Karen Miller, former owner of Grooming Elegance and previously grooming at Horizon Animal Hospital called me up to let me know her latest project! Soon, the Pet Gourmet will be opening a grooming section to their store and Karen will be heading it up. Karen invited me to come in and meet the owners and get to know the store.

Great news, huh?

Well, it gets better!

They are putting a spin on the “typical” experience in grooming. When you drop your dog off, they invite you to relax in the back of the store, on their big comfy couches and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you watch Karen work away through the large glass window. Pretty neat, huh?

The view into the grooming area from the lounge area... still under construction.

The owners are lovely people. All family owned and operated and even closed on Sunday’s. I have a LOT of respect for that. Do you remember the days when businesses were closed on Sunday’s? There will be more to come on the store as a whole after my next trip there when the grooming side opens up. In the meantime, here are some “construction shots” so you can get your tail wagging!

The Pet Gourmet is located at:
14700 N Frank Lloyd Blvd  Ste 153
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 203-2499

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Rocco Approved! Carpet Cleaners

Referrals are a gift.

They are a gift to the person receiving the referral for the business they are seeking.
They are a gift to the business that is receiving the gift of a new client, aka money.

Bella’s House and Pet Sitting does not take this lightly.

Dr Casey and Krystal: McDowell Mountain Animal Hospital

We believe that knowing who you refer business to says a lot of things. Namely, it says that we are willing to stake our reputation on another business because we think so highly of them. In most cases we have a personal relationship with the business and believe they have great professionalism and character. It isn’t enough to just be great at your business.

When we receive referrals, we are always quick to say thank you. Whether it is to our loyal clients, and we reward them with credits on their accounts or with other business owners in the community.

Rocco Approved! Elite Pet Care who we refer out to all South Scottsdale clients

We understand that without you, our extended sales force, we would not be where we are today.

Personally, I have run networking groups like the group at my church and in McDowell Mountain Ranch. I know the heads of many of the largest networking groups here in the valley. I thrive on leading with character, integrity, and helping connect people.  Those who I vouch for, I am 100% sure that they will do everything they can to take care of their newest customers. In addition, many of these people become my business friends and we have a ongoing relationship with one another. I always say that Bella’s House & Pet Sitting has been built on relationships and this is is a big part of it.

Rocco Approved: Dog Training, Doggie Steps Dog Training

I actually get a big kick out of being able to give all these businesses “gifts.” Some weeks I have the pleasure of  giving up to 10 “gifts!” It makes me so happy to do this.

So… the next time you need anything – just ask! Don’t open the Yellow Pages or Google it. ASK ME! I would love to tell you and that is why we created our concierge program. Anyone I refer you to, I personally know.

That is why BELLA’S IS THE BEST!

The holidays are upon us, along with parties and celebrations with our families, friends and fur-kids. And there are probably some older adults on your guest list this year – mom and dad, grandparents and dear friends who’ve seen a few more Decembers than we have. Plan ahead to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone, and to prevent many unfortunate “incidents of the season.” Read the rest of this entry »

One of the current projects I am juggling is the Barrett Jackson Pawshion show. It is January 20, 2012 and we are in the process of a virtual casting call. This is going to be one of the largest pet fashion shows that Scottsdale, Az has ever seen and your Scottsdale pet sitter is so honored to be producing the day that will host up to 3,000 people!. There are a lot of elements to conduct, however the casting call and all the details are seeming to be the most interesting

As I am simultaneously finding vendors for the show and putting together production elements (which include a large doghouse frame that is being built so the models can walk OUT of the doghouse and down the runway….) I am also trying to get all the model’s papers in order.

It is illegal to have a dog without a license or rabies shots.

I am finding out more and more that many people don’t actually have a copy of their pets license. A lot of pet owners are like me, they don’t have their dog wear a collar with tags all the time. Heck, even when Rocco has his collar on, there are no tags on it. I always figured, “eh, he is microchipped” and that is what matters to me.

I wasn’t so sure about all the ins and outs so I contacted my trusty veterinarian, Dr. Casey with McDowell Mountain Animal Hospital. She explained it to me this way: “Having a dog without a license is like driving a car without your license. It is against the law and you need it.“

Pretty cut and dry, right?

So… I am wondering, how many of you have your dog’s license? If you don’t, you can easily go to the Maricopa County Animal Care & Control’s website to get it now. I also suppose if you are a pet parent that doesn’t want all those tags clanging together, you could get a dog tag made that has county #, micro chip #, pet name, and phone # so then they just have one tag?

Hmmm. What do you all think? Does your dog have tags on his collar?

(For more information on the Pawshion show please contact me at: info@bellashouseandpets.com)

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1. Their library of education -Where else can you go and get pamphlets that are hanging on the wall on subjects from why you should be cautious when scooping kitty litter, to why rawride isn’t good for your pooch, to pertinent nutritional information? They have a whole wall of pamphlets for you to take. They want to educate you. This is a strategic decision. The wall space they took up could have been for product but they care so much about education that it is worth them to take the space to make it easy for their customers.

The Library

2. They aren’t only cat and dog. They also provide toys and supplies for the caged critters and our avian friends too!

3. Knowledgeable staff that goes through nutritional training Did you know that Pet Planet puts their staff through nutritional training and that it is on going? I don’t know any stores in the area that invest this much in their employees and provide this constant education. Go in for your FREE nutritional consultation!

Nutritional Assessment Pg 1 or 2

4. Tubs are by the time, not by the size of dog. Rocco is medium sized. I am fast. We usually end up paying about $20 for a self wash at other places, but at Pet Planet it is by the time. I can have him all washed up within ten minutes. It’s only $10! ::::AND::: It isn’t per dog. So if you can fit all your pets in the same tub and have a scrub a dub dub  party…it is the same price! Sounds like a deal to me! Thank you Pet Planet!

Bella washing Rocco

5. Endless online info - Don’t take my word for it. Just look here:
http://petplanethealth.com/
http://www.petplanetmagazine.com/
http://www.IDontDoGrocery.com/

6. Over 50 stores, they know what they are doing! It isn’t their first rodeo. Do I really need to say more?

7. Push to see pet owners as a Guardian. Amazing movement!
http://petplanethealth.com/sign-petition.php

You are a guardian!

Currently, Pet Planet has two locations. One at 90t and Via Linda and another at Tatum and Cactus. This store should be on your list to stop in at. Friday is FREE treat Friday. Tuesday is 30% off bones. Print out this blog with this FREE WASH coupon attached and go get your pet clean! (This is a great treat after your dog gets all dirty at the dog park!) If that doesn’t make your tail wag, I don’t know what will!

Pet Planet will be a partner at our Mutt ‘N’ Mingles so you can for sure get to know them at our events starting Nov 1, 2011  6pm at West Addison.

ROCCO APPROVED.

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