FOR THE INDEPENDENT PET INDUSTRY
Real conversations. Practical ideas.
Two pet store owners who get it.
Hosted by Carly Patryluk & Sherry Redwine
For pet pros who want to learn, connect, and grow.
MORE THAN A PODCAST
Running a pet business takes a lot. Find conversations worth your time, tools you can actually use, and people who understand your world.
Unfiltered conversations with independent pet pros.
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YOUR PET PRO COMMUNITY
Join the Indie Insider Facebook group for honest conversations with other independent pet professionals. Share ideas, compare notes, and connect with people who understand the business.
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LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT TRAINING
The Better Leader Project helps owners and managers build the skills to lead with confidence, set clear expectations, and support a team that works together.
MEET THE HOSTS
Carly and Sherry bring the perspective of independent pet store owners to every conversation.
With a background in corporate facilitation and teaching adults, Carly knows how to make learning practical, engaging, and easy to apply. The House of Paws Pet Boutique owner is also TikTok-famous for sharing her pet expertise and connecting with pet parents. She brings that same energy to helping independent retailers develop their teams and grow their businesses.
Connect with Carly
Sherry brings more than 25 years in the pet industry, a marketing background, and a passion for holistic pet care and creative retailing. She owns Odyssey Pets, the Pet Product News 2020–2021 Retailer of the Year.
Connect with SherrySTRAIGHT FROM OUR LISTENERS
“I almost always walk away with an idea I can use in my store right away. It’s one of the few business podcasts I never miss.”
“Then I listen to you both and I get a burst of mental energy. You both are great for morale and confidence. Thank you!”
“The level of experience is so valuable and professionally transferable. Every episode is value added and worth the investment of my time.”
MORE FROM PET SHOP GIRLS
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PERSPECTIVES FROM ACROSS THE INDUSTRY
A few of the guests who’ve joined Carly and Sherry behind the mic.
ALSO AT THE MIC
Different perspectives.
One shared passion for the pet industry.
Our guests bring at least three actionable tips listeners can use in their businesses.
BRANDS WE’VE WORKED WITH
A few of the brands that have sponsored past Pet Shop Girls episodes.
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