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News

Plaček Group tests new format Tom & Co. seeks financial partner

The Czech Plaček Group is testing The new concept is expected to The owners of the Belgian pet store Desclée and Philippe Dechamps
a new distribution channel under be evaluated until the middle of chain Tom & Co. are seeking a new anticipate renewed momentum
the Zoomarket brand. The format the year at seven stores across financial partner. This has been for international expansion from
is based on shops covering a re- the Czech Republic. Company reported by the trade magazine a sale of the company. Tom & Co.
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tail area of approx. 100 m and boss Dušan Plaček will then de- Retail Detail, based on an article currently operates stores only in
situated at the entrance to well- cide whether to continue with the in the Belgian financial paper De Belgium, where the chain is the
frequented hypermarkets and su- new distribution channel. Tijd. CEO Thierry Le Grelle, Lionel market leader, and in France.
permarkets. These shops are in- In 2022 the retailer is plan-
tended to appeal to a clientele that ning to open 70 new stores. By the With 175 stores in Belgium and
42 in France, Tom & Co. is a
does not fit the classic speciality first half of 2024 Dušan Plaček major player in pet supplies
retail profile. All the shops have a expects to pass the milestone of retailing in western Europe.
modern design, a welcoming am- 500 stores across Europe.
bience and an attractive range of
familiar products.

Success story from the US

The US franchise company Woof South Florida in 2007. Four years
Gang Bakery & Grooming had later, co-founders Paul and Cara
opened its 150th location by the Allen decided to introduce profes-
end of 2021. The company is re- sional pet grooming to their busi-
garded as one of the most expan- ness model, with great success.
sive pet retailers nationwide, with Experts estimate that the com-
All the shops have a modern design, a welcoming ambience and an attrac­ 30 franchises opening in the past pany’s turnover has already ex-
tive range of familiar products.
12 months. Woof Gang Bakery & ceeded 100 mio dollars.
Grooming opened its first store in
PIF announces next Virtual Petindex

The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) ten days from 27 February to 8
has announced the launch of the March. It features an exhibition
fourth edition of its online trade hall, auditorium, presentation
arena, networking area, and,
Advertisement new for 2022, the VPI Product
Discovery Zone.
The previous show attracted Photo: Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
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almost 15 000 stand visitors.
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More information and the option
to register as an exhibitor or visi-
show, Virtual Petindex (VPI). The tor can be found at www.petin- Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming considers itself the leading speciality
retailer of pet food, pet supplies and professional pet grooming in North
trade show takes place across dexshow.com. America.

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