Luxury Pet Store and Canine Wash Shut Down in Belle Haven
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In the heart of the Belle View Shopping Center in Alexandria, Virginia, the doors of the Pampered Pet Boutique & Barkery (1612 Belle View Boulevard) and its sister store, the Pampered Pet Bark Bath (1614 Belle View Boulevard), have permanently closed.
An undated note on the door of the boutique expresses gratitude to customers for their support and loyalty. The note states that the decision to close was not easy for the owner to make, but the physical doors will close, and the bond built with customers and their pets will always remain.
The owner, Karen Echeverri, launched a GoFundMe campaign last month, asking for $75,000 to help cover rent and other expenses. The campaign was started on August 25, 2022. As of the article, the current status of the fundraising is unknown.
The past year has brought "devastating challenges" for Echeverri. Frequent power outages have destroyed ingredients and disrupted operations at the Pampered Pet Boutique. Ongoing distributor shortages have left the store struggling to keep its shelves stocked. Rising costs of goods have made it difficult for the boutique to maintain quality and affordability.
Echeverri has been cutting costs, working long hours, and pouring savings into the business to stay afloat. Despite these efforts, she states that she can't do it alone anymore. Previously, Echeverri sought $75,000 on Instagram in June. As of the article, Karen Echeverri's GoFundMe campaign has raised $7,000.
Calls to Echeverri were not returned for comment. The note on the door of the boutique also mentions the ongoing struggles, stating that the boutique has been a labour of love, but the costs have become unsustainable.
The Pampered Pet Boutique opened in 2021, and the dog bath store opened last year. The boutique offered a range of pet supplies, including toys, treats, and grooming services. The closure of the boutique leaves a gap in the pet-related services available in the Alexandria area.
The note on the door of the boutique ends with a heartfelt message of thanks to the community for their support and encouragement. It is clear that the bond between Echeverri and her customers runs deep, and even though the physical doors are closed, that bond will always remain.
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