COVER FEATURE WOMEN IN BUSINESS 2025
FOR Cheryl McBride, owner of the Charlottetown location of The Bone & Biscuit Co., that knowledge came from firsthand experience. After working at a veterinary clinic and seeing various health issues in the patients there, McBride became inspired by the idea of preventative care. “I thought pet nutrition was the way to go so pets can have fewer visits to the vet, beyond annual checkups,” she says. “As with people, there is a lot we can do to prevent serious illness and other health problems in our pets. It all starts with a well- balanced diet.”
The Bone & Biscuit Co.
In late 2024, McBride followed her vision and opened the first PEI location of The Bone & Biscuit Co. The Canadian company was founded on the notion that nutrition is the cornerstone of a pet’s good health, which aligns perfectly with McBride’s own beliefs. Since opening in late 2024, store staff have welcomed customers looking for advice on everything from dental care to raw food and finding healthier treats and food for their feline and canine companions. The business is a family affair. “I love being able to work alongside my husband and daughter at the store,” says McBride. UPEI student Alex has joined the family
Everything You Need for Happy, Healthy Pets
By Crystal Smith | Photos: Bobby Jo Goudreau
To help our pets live their best lives, we need to follow the advice we would give ourselves: eat nutritious food, maintain a healthy weight, and get lots of exercise.
PEI LIVING MAGAZINE / 38 / VOL 8 . ISSUE 3
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