Overview
Paws N Claws is an established pet supplies business with a history of around 16 years, trading from a settled High Street position in Wellington, Somerset. Over that time it has built a recognised local name and a loyal base of repeat custom, serving pet owners in the town and the surrounding area.
The business is owner-run, with a turnover of approximately £101,000 and a net profit of approximately £30,000. Its simple, lean operating model makes it an accessible proposition for a first-time buyer as well as an experienced operator looking to add an established local business to their interests.
The sale is prompted by the owner's forthcoming emigration, a genuine reason for sale, and the owner is committed to a smooth handover. Stock is available in addition at valuation.
Business Highlights
- A trading history of around 16 years
- Settled High Street trading position in Wellington, Somerset
- Turnover of approximately £101,000
- Net profit of approximately £30,000
- Recognised local name with a base of repeat custom
- Ownerrun with a straightforward, accessible operating model
- Stock available in addition at valuation
- Genuine reason for sale, owner emigrating
The Business
Paws N Claws supplies pet products to local pet owners, with trade built over a history of around 16 years. The core of its revenue comes from repeat custom and the recognised local name it has developed over its trading life.
The owner runs the business day to day, which keeps the cost base lean and the operation simple. An incoming buyer could step into the owner-operator model directly, or shape the business around their own plans. Further detail on the product range, suppliers and day-to-day operation is provided in the Information Memorandum.
Location
The business trades from the High Street in Wellington, Somerset. The High Street location provides visibility and footfall from the local community the business serves, and has been central to the recognised local name the business enjoys today.
Premises & Tenure
The business occupies High Street retail premises in Wellington, providing the retail space from which it serves its customers. Full tenure details are set out in the Information Memorandum.
Financial Overview
Headline trading figures, which should be treated as approximate:
- Turnover: approximately £101,000
- Net profit: approximately £30,000
- Stock available in addition at valuation
The figures are as provided by the owner and are subject to verification during due diligence, with supporting information made available to serious buyers.
Growth Potential
The business offers a sound platform with clear scope for an incoming owner to develop:
- Build on the established repeat customer base developed over around 16 years of trading
- Develop marketing activity to raise the business's profile further
- Introduce staff to extend capacity beyond the current ownerrun model
- Make fuller use of the settled High Street position and its footfall
Reason for Sale
The owner is selling due to emigration. This is a genuine reason for sale and the owner is committed to a smooth handover to the incoming buyer.
Next Steps
This is an accessible opportunity to acquire an established, owner-run pet supplies business with around 16 years of trading history, a recognised local name and repeat custom, offered for sale with a genuine reason. Early enquiries are encouraged, as opportunities at this level of entry with an established trading record attract strong interest. Full details are available in the Information Memorandum.
