Advantages and Disadvantages for Becoming a Pet Shop Owner. An October 2010 U.S. Small Business Administration article noted that one-third of U.S. households had a cat, while 39 percent had a dog.

The shop gives off retro vibes and provides a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. "We grew up in the '90s and '90s pet shops had an aura of family and nostalgia and just true learning," Slusher said.