The Pet Manny owner and certified groomer Sam Boyd has many reasons to celebrate 2020. After reopening in his new space on May 11, Boyd recently entered the retail world with pet food, products and supplies.
“I always planned on having a retail area,” Boyd said. “But [the previous location] was too small.”
Boyd also has a daycare area for dogs, utilizing the same space where other dogs who arrive early or stay after their grooming appointments so they can all play together.
Earlier this year, Sheryl, one of the groomers, approached Boyd about making homemade canine treats to sell at the shop. The items were a hit, and Sheryl now has a Facebook page where she showcases the canine delicacies sold at The Pet Manny. She features pupcakes, no-bake cookies, and other wholesome treats with natural ingredients.
A natural chew bar has been added to the retail section, where clients can choose from yak chews and bully sticks that are safer and more digestive, Boyd said. Several are long-lasting chews, something that Boyd looks for in the products he chooses.
Most of the play toys have gone through a testing process at Boyd’s home with his Giant Schnauzer named Dean, who plays with Boyd’s children rigorously. These include simple toys that allow for pulling and tugging without tearing.
“I have tested everything on our own personal dogs,” he said. “There is nothing on these shelves that I wouldn’t give them.”
The Pet Manny also has a selection of pet odor neutralizing candles, collars, leashes, bowls and grooming supplies. Boyd is also in the process of deciding a food supply company.
When Boyd began his grooming service, he said he fully intended on doing it from his home. Word of mouth and social media pictures of his grooming work forced him to expand to his first location.
“We offer the best service in town and people see the difference in the products we use — they are some of the best in the world,” Boyd said.
He also credits his staff of licensed groomers as being as experienced and “as good as if not better” than Boyd.
“Our business speaks for itself,” Boyd said. “Our level of service and education — it all kind of comes together.”
Boyd said that prior to the pandemic business was already doubling and that when the mandated shutdown occurred earlier this year customers helped get the shop back open.
“We stayed busy [when we reopened],” he said. “We never slowed down.”
And there aren’t any plans for that to change.
The Pet Manny is located at 4028 A Frederica St. To schedule an appointment, call 270-240-5101.
