Pet Supplies Plus

Pet Supplies Plus

Company type	Subsidiary
Industry	Retail (pet supplies)
Founded	1988 (1988) in Redford, Michigan, United States
Founder	Jack Berry, Harry Shallop
Headquarters	Livonia, Michigan , United States
Area served	United States
Key people	Chris Rowland (CEO)
Products	Pet food, pet supplies, dog grooming, self-service dog washing stations, pet adoption programs
Owner	Franchise Group (since 2021)
Number of employees	3,000 (2021)
Website	www.petsuppliesplus.com

Overview

Pet Supplies Plus—sometimes presented as Pet Supplies "Plus"—is a privately owned retailer specializing in pet products, with a significant footprint across the United States. Established in 1988 in Redford, Michigan, the company quickly grew to become the third-largest specialty pet food retailer nationwide by 2005. Initially focused on the Midwest region, Pet Supplies Plus began expanding through franchising during the late 1990s, extending its reach into northeastern and southern U.S. markets. By May 2023, the chain operated over 720 stores spanning 36 states. Among its offerings are proprietary pet food lines such as Redford Naturals.

Company Details

Founded by Jack Berry and Harry Shallop, Pet Supplies Plus is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan. The company operates as a subsidiary under the Franchise Group since 2021. Chris Rowland serves as the current Chief Executive Officer. The retailer provides a broad range of pet products, including food and supplies from various brands, alongside services like dog grooming, self-service dog washing stations, and pet adoption programs.

As of 2021, Pet Supplies Plus generated revenues exceeding $2 billion and employed approximately 3,000 individuals across its network of about 560 locations at that time. The brand maintains a strong presence in the retail industry by catering to diverse pet care needs throughout the United States.

History

Pet Supplies Plus was established in 1988 by founders Harry Shallop and Jack Berry in Redford, Michigan.

In December 2018, ownership of Pet Supplies Plus transferred to Sentinel Capital Partners through an acquisition.

The Franchise Group, Inc. announced its intention to acquire Pet Supplies Plus in January 2021, with the transaction finalized on March 10, 2021.

On November 2, 2024, Franchise Group revealed plans to initiate a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing following several months of financial difficulties and instability linked to its parent company, B. Riley Financial. After restructuring, control of the company is expected to pass to HPS Investment Partners, a private equity firm, along with other creditors. The following day, November 3, 2024, Franchise Group and all related subsidiaries formally filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware. Throughout this process, Pet Supplies Plus operations are intended to continue uninterrupted.

External links

• Official site