Whisker Report - Episode 41 Stop Being Your Town's Best-Kept Secret: PR & Marketing Lessons from Pet Boss Nation

Whisker Report - Episode 41 Stop Being Your Town's Best-Kept Secret: PR & Marketing Lessons from Pet Boss Nation

June 12, 2026 · 37 min

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Mary Tan interviews Candace D’Agnolo about PR and marketing strategies for pet businesses.

This week on The Whisker Report, Mary Tan welcomes nationally recognized pet industry expert, business coach, and Pet Boss Nation founder Candace D’Agnolo. With nearly 25 years in the pet industry and a decade spent coaching independent pet businesses, Candace shares practical strategies for helping local pet stores and pet service providers stand out in a crowded marketplace. From understanding your ideal customer and prioritizing marketing efforts to building media relationships and leveraging local PR opportunities, Candace reveals what separates thriving pet businesses from those that struggle to be seen. She also shares real-world success stories, lessons learned from navigating a major PR crisis, and why independent pet businesses can't afford to be their town's "best-kept secret." Whether you're a pet retailer, groomer, trainer, daycare owner, or animal welfare professional, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you build visibility, credibility, and long-term growth. EPISODE NOTES: Stop Being Your Town's Best-Kept Secret: PR & Marketing Lessons from Pet Boss Nation Become a supporter of this podcast…

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