Bright future for pet foods franchisee

Allison Wright swapped the building trade for an Oscar Pet Foods franchise

Allison Wright purchased Oscar Pet Foods Tyne and Wear as a franchise resale. After 27 years of working for the family business in the building trade, pets had an instant appeal.

“I am thrilled with my Oscar franchise and although I am only halfway through my first year, I am very positive about the future,” she says.

“From the outset it was important that I met every customer, so that I could maintain that long term personal relationship, ensuring I understood their requirements and needs as pet owners. I can see they are delighted with the quality of the food and are already reporting changes in the health and condition of their pets. More recently, I have been able to resolve a serious skin allergy and also help another dog ease its fitting problem by carefully changing their diet.”

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In the early stages of her business’ development the Oscar staff were a “fantastic support”, Allison explains, adding: “There is always someone to help with every aspect of the business. As I have an exclusive territory, I am able to work closely with my neighbouring franchisees, establishing strong lines of support where we can enjoy shared opportunities such as shows and other events in our areas.

“I have been used to working in a family building business and appreciate that you have to be disciplined to succeed. Work hard and you will get back what you put in. To have a business that gives you so many rewards by improving and maintaining the life of a pet beats the building trade for me.”

The opportunity to offer a personal complete pet care service, with ongoing expert advice to pet owners, health care products and accessories, is unique to Oscar. It brings many rewards, including repeat business and the opportunity to meet the UK’s 13 million pet owners.