Pet Supplies Plus opens in Sarasota - Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Pet Supplies Plus opens in Sarasota - Sarasota Herald-Tribune


Pet Supplies Plus opens in Sarasota - Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Posted: 07 Feb 2020 10:27 AM PST

The franchise is owned by Michigan native Tom Dammer, who moved to Sarasota about a year ago.

A national pet supply store franchise has opened its first Sarasota location near Interstate 75.

Pet Supplies Plus, a pet goods and services retailer with more than 450 locations across the U.S., has opened a store at 5380 Fruitville Road in Sarasota.

The franchise owner is Tom Dammer, a Michigan native who moved to Sarasota a year ago. Dammer and his wife were frequent shoppers at Pet Supplies Plus when they lived in Michigan, and they loved it so much that they decided to open one of their own.

"Our 'minus the hassle' tagline refers to making shopping for your pet an enjoyable, easy experience. For example, we don't want you lugging your food out to your car – that's our job. If you want to wash your dog, come on in. We'll deal with the mess that's tied to a bathing session," Dammer said.

The store sells natural pet foods, goods and pet services with a focus on the in-store experience. Team members are well-versed on natural and holistic foods and can answer a broad range of questions on dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and fish.

Full-service grooming and self-service dog washes are available. And, of course, dogs are always welcome.

The store is in a Fruitville Road plaza owned by Benderson Development Co. of Manatee County, next to Target. Also coming soon to the plaza is a Sports Clips men's hair salon, according to permit applications filed with Sarasota County.

Other tenants include Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt and Humble Donuts and Dollar Tree.

Grand opening celebrations at Pet Supplies Plus are scheduled to begin Saturday. Complimentary nail trims and dog washes will be available Saturday and Sunday, and customers will have a shot at a one-year supply of dog or cat food over the weekend.

There will also be an adoption event with Underdog Rescue on Saturday.

Pet Supplies Plus is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, call 941-893-1440 or visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

Bringing Color to Life: GloFish®LLC Introduces New Betta Species to Family of Fluorescent Fish - Yahoo Finance

Posted: 03 Feb 2020 04:00 AM PST

Electric Green to be First Livestock Addition to Betta Portfolio

GloFish®LLC is welcoming a new species to its ever-expanding family of fluorescent fish with GloFish® Betta. The Electric Green® GloFish® Betta species is the first to debut within the betta category, introducing GloFish® to a new audience, and will be available alongside a unique array of kits, species-specific food, water care and décor.

GloFish® Bettas offer a unique addition to the world of betta fish. While nearly identical in behavior to traditional domesticated bettas, GloFish® Bettas produce a fluorescent protein that allows them to fluoresce under blue LED lights. And under white LED lights, their color is just as striking.

The Electric Green® GloFish® Betta livestock portfolio is comprised of:

  • Premium Male Betta – Full-grown male betta with impressive fins
  • Standard Male Betta – Young male with potential for fins to mature throughout its lifespan
  • Female Betta – As colorful as GloFish® male bettas, females are less aggressive than their male counterparts and can be kept with other female bettas, GloFish® Tetras, Barbs, Danios and Sharks as well as other tropical fish.

"Over the last several years, we have seen the popularity of GloFish® grow, and we are thrilled to add to our livestock portfolio and introduce GloFish® Bettas to the market, bringing the brand to an entirely new audience," said Eric Kenney, Vice President, Marketing & Product Development at Spectrum Brands Global Pet Care Division. "Aside from offering eye-catching color hues, with more to come down the road, GloFish® Bettas are easy to care for and fascinating to watch, making them an exciting addition to our portfolio."

In addition to the livestock offerings, the brand is also introducing an assortment of products to elevate the aquatic experience, including 1.5 and 3 gallon Betta Aquarium Kits, Betta Flakes, Betta Water Conditioner and Betta Water Balance – with additional launches, including plants and other aquarium décor, later this year.

For more information on GloFish® products, visit www.glofish.com.

About GloFish®

GloFish® fluorescent fish are born brilliant! They get their natural, vibrant color from their parents and are not injected, painted or dyed. Enhanced by a full range of aquarium kits, lighting, décor and accessories, GloFish® products create a complete underwater fluorescent experience that appeals to all ages and levels of expertise. Learn more at www.glofish.com.

About Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.

Spectrum Brands Holdings (NYSE: SPB), a member of the Russell 1000 Index, is a global and diversified consumer products company and a leading supplier of, residential locksets, residential builders' hardware, plumbing, shaving and grooming products, personal care products, small household appliances, specialty pet supplies, lawn and garden and home pest control products, and personal insect repellents. For more information, visit www.spectrumbrands.com.

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Contacts

Media:
Connie Caldwell, Communications/Creative Services
Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Global Pet Care Division
connie.caldwell@spectrumbrands.com | 314-683-2460

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