This month Brookside Barkery & Bath is celebrating their seventh anniversary in the quaint neighborhood of Brookside. The entrepreneurial adventure was inspired by co-owner Delena Stout’s own St. Bernard Aspen, who was ill and traditional medicine was not working. Thus became the Brookside Barkery & Bath’s guiding philosophy – better health through better nutrition.
Brookside Barkery & Bath is an all-natural pet food store focused on dogs and cats, and offers all-natural grooming and self-serve pet washes with no chemicals.
After hard work and perseverance, it became evident the concept was filling a missing niche in the Kansas City area. In 2005 the second location opened in Independence, and in 2007 the third location in Olathe. Also in 2007, the Independence store re-located to the current Lee’s Summit location.
“Our proudest accomplishment over the past seven years has been the ability to educate so many pet owners about healthy alternatives for their beloved pets,” said Stout. “Our customers have truly embraced us, and come back to thank us for what we have done for them and their pets.”
What better way to celebrate success, than by expanding the original Brookside location. Construction is underway to expand the store from 1200 square feet to 2700 square feet into the adjacent retail space. The expansion will be complete in late September, 2010.
Customers can look forward to more room for additional products, for pets and their owners to roam the store comfortably, as well as a larger grooming and self-bathing area.
“Our customers love the Brookside store, but during busy times it gets a bit crowded with people, their pets and a web of leashes,” said co-owner Debra Manfield. “We are looking forward to more space to leisurely browse, a wider selection and better display of products, as well as expanded services.”
Future plans include possible expansion in Olathe, and possible franchise expansion.
About Brookside Barkery & Bath
Brookside Barkery & Bath is a comprehensive source for all-natural and raw pet foods, supplements, treats and accessories, with a variety of brands and formulations to meet its customers’ unique dietary requirements. No pet food sold at the Brookside Barkery contains corn, soy or wheat, animal by-products or chemical preservatives. Free nutritional consults are offered to all our customers. All locations offer walk-in, self service dog bathing, as well as professional grooming by appointment. There are three convenient Kansas City metro locations in Brookside, Olathe and Lee’s Summit. Visit www.barkerybath.com for more information.