Pet ServicesRare opportunity to acquire a pet store business with 31 years of operating history in a growing market. Bookkeeping is clean and professionally maintained, with financials ready for buyer review. The business has grown organically with virtually no paid advertising for most of its history, a testament to the strength of its reputation. The trade area is experiencing steady population and commercial growth, supporting long-term demand. Most new business arrives through referrals and repeat customers, so paid acquisition remains an untapped lever. The business enjoys attractive margins relative to industry averages thanks to disciplined pricing and low overhead. Vendor and supplier relationships are long-standing, with favorable terms that a new owner will step into. The owner has stepped back from daily operations in recent years, and the business now runs semi-absentee. The team is cross-trained across functions, so operations do not depend on any single employee. A meaningful share of revenue comes from repeat and referral business built over many years of consistent service. A balanced mix of one-time projects and repeat engagements smooths revenue through the year and reduces seasonality risk. The company has expanded its service area gradually over time and now serves customers throughout the surrounding counties. Owner involvement is primarily managerial; no specialized license is required for ownership, though one is preferred. A capable manager runs daily operations, and the staff is expected to remain in place through a transition. Many customer relationships span a decade or more, and several commercial accounts are on multi-year arrangements. An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer or an existing operator seeking a proven platform.
Owner is relocating out of state for family reasons.
Seller offers 4 weeks of hands-on training, with phone support for 6 months after closing.
Housed in a 3,790 sq ft commercial space with room to expand operations.
Competition exists from regional operators, but the company's reputation and tenure provide a durable advantage.
Modeling Pet Supply Store Netting $65K in Indianapolis · $216K
Asking price is $216K. Type an offer or drag to model one.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
A market salary for whoever runs the business day-to-day, subtracted from earnings to show true profit. Set to $0 if you will owner-operate.
Estimates for illustration only, based on the listed SDE and your assumptions. Closing costs are estimated at ~2.5% of price for fees and working capital. Actual loan terms, taxes, and earnings will differ. This is not financial advice. Verify all figures in diligence and consult qualified advisors.
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