19/05/2023
It's time to get vulnerable... The past year and a half to two years have been hard on our family. We've had two family members pass that we cared for on a daily basis and our three senior dogs that we loved so dearly that passed in a very short amount of time...
It has been devastating and so much attention has gone to funerals for our loved ones, and prayers for our dogs. I've had a lot of health issues, some of you might not know that I had a stroke earlier this year. Luckily I have 95% healed from it, and I am thanking God every day. You haven't seen me much but you have been very generous to my employees with your hearts and love. And every chance I get the opportunity to see you I am so thankful.
Because I have not been at the bakery as much this year, I haven't felt like I have seen much of you! I know you are coming in once in awhile, and I want to say I am so sorry for not being there to greet you although I know you give me all the grace. I know you are so kind and supportive with your reviews, but I MISS YOU!
I want to see you in the shop. I want to THANK YOU for supporting local, and I am here to tell you that I AM BACK. Soon you will see me much more inside our bakery, and I can't wait to meet and greet you and your pups. Will you promise to come back in and see me?
Now here is the part that is hard to say.... Inflation has hit us hard like MANY local businesses, we have had to let some of our staff go. Our bags of flour have gone from $28 a bag to $62 a bag. The rest of the ingredients have almost doubled. Rent has gone up, employee wages have gone up, and payroll taxes and state taxes have increased significantly. Ingredients have doubled or tripled, yet, we made a commitment to all of you that we would not price gouge you. We still have continued to only raise the prices of our bags of biscuits by about 25-50¢.
"It's all part of business" as I like to say, but without getting into too many of the weeds, WE REALLY DO NEED YOU to consider buying locally more than ever. Buy local everywhere, and support small. If you have the need for bully sticks, bones, doggie bags, toys, treats, and even some pet-related health items, would you consider coming into the Canine Crunchery at 1888 Daimler Rd? If it's easier to ship to yourself from an online store, would you consider buying from our online store at TheCanineCrunchery.com?
I just want to let you know that we all love you and love your dogs. We have been so happy that we have been able to create all natural, wholesome treats for your dogs. You guys have filled our hearts for the last 10 years. Thank you. We can't wait to celebrate with you THIS SUNDAY!
Event Details:
The Canine Crunchery is partnering with Hello Gordo TNR and Rescue to have an awesome rescue event and anniversary party. Can you believe we have been in our space for 5 years now? We want to celebrate by combining our event with a Kitten Shower. This will be a rain or shine event. Sunday, May 21, 10am-3pm.
