Here’s a pet friendly business in Palouse, Washington, with a pet relief station. Photo by Becky McCray.
Any business can offer pet friendly amenities
In 2023, SaveYour.Town identified pet friendly communities as a Top Topic.
Here’s an example of a business offering a pet friendly amenity. In Palouse, Washington, a local veterinarian has an office in the downtown. Out front, they’ve installed a small patch of artificial turf as a pet relief station. They added a cleanup bag dispenser on a pole and a tiny fire hydrant. It’s not a huge expense, but it adds a big benefit to anyone walking a dog downtown.
Pet friendly benefits
Any business in any small town can take advantage of the pet-friendly trend. Adding pet friendly amenities could attract more customers and clients. It also helps build a stronger sense of community. Pet-loving employees will also love adding pet-friendly features.
Even in tiny towns
We’ve noticed a boom in pet grooming businesses, even in small towns like Stratton, Colorado, population 600.
Nose 2 Toes Dog Grooming in Stratton, Colorado, draws customers in with a well maintained building facade, flowers out front and a flag display. Photo by Becky McCray.
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