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“In our existing locations we had outgrown our capacity to add new and innovative products,” says owner Josh Blinder. “The addition of a third location in PEI will allow us to serve our customers and their pets that much better.”
Island locations, starting as store manager at the University Ave. location when it opened in 2005 and taking over as sole owner of the PEI stores–plus one in Newfoundland–in 2023. “Buying local really matters to our customers,” he says. “We’ve been so fortunate to have their support over the years and we want to make sure we continue to provide an exceptional shopping experience for years to come.” That commitment to customers can be seen in the products the stores carry. “We are very selective and only carry products we believe in and trust,” states Blinder. “Pets are undeniably a part of the family and we know pet parents are looking for the best possible food, treats, supplements and interactive toys for their furry family members. They are also looking for solutions and expertise from our staff to help navigate the confusion about what's best for their pets.”
The new flagship store on Buchanan Drive in
Charlottetown opened in May 2024, joining existing locations on University Avenue and in Summerside. “It’s the biggest Global Pet Foods in Canada, in the smallest province,” notes Blinder. “The larger space enhances the customer experience. We added a walk-in freezer that gives us capacity for 21 doors of frozen raw pet food, a grooming room that has more than quadrupled in size, and extra receiving and storage space to buy and store more product.” No matter how big the store, the local focus remains the same. Blinder has a long history with the
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