Leader of the Pack Canine Institute introduced Wednesday that Serfass Construction is building it a 28,000-square-foot location in Forks Township that may cater to dogs and their homeowners, together with coaching amenities, canine grooming areas, day care, in a single day kennels and plans to incorporate an on-site veterinarian.
The area, 1230 Braden Blvd., would be the second location for Leader of the Pack. The firm’s first location at 6346 Farm Bureau Road in Upper Macungie Township has slowly been increasing, rising to be a 15,000-square-foot facility that has turn into a hub for dogs and the individuals who love them.
“We are thrilled to be a part of this remarkable project,” Serfass Vice President Matthias Fenstermacher stated. “This cutting-edge facility will be a testament to our commitment to creating spaces that enrich communities and provide exceptional experiences for all members, including our beloved four-legged friends.”
“We had dreams of supporting a second location on the other side of the valley,” stated John McDonald, who co-owns Leader of the Pack with spouse Lisa.
The growth comes at a turning level in John’s skilled life.
“I’m retiring from Air Products after 30 years there, and Lisa has hired me for Leader of the Pack,” John stated with a chuckle.
The business will proceed to be a household business, with the McDonald kids serving to to run and handle each amenities.
The McDonalds stated the expansive area will assist make the brand new Leader of the Pack a central location for all canine wants. While the unique location has advanced to turn into a multidisciplinary canine heart in its personal proper, the McDonalds wish to take the brand new Forks Township location a step additional, providing an area for a veterinarian “so that if there’s a problem with a dog, they [owners] don’t have to make a separate appointment for a veterinarian — they can just go over to our vet,” Lisa stated.
The area will even serve to carry occasions. The McDonalds work with the Allentown police K9 unit, they usually’d prefer to broaden their neighborhood involvement within the new location.
The location’s vastness was definitely a draw, in addition to its location on the different finish of valley from the unique Leader of the Pack. “We can now serve the Poconos, and north Jersey into Warren and Phillipsburg,” John stated.
They don’t wish to cease there; John stated the household is actively trying to franchise the model into the northeast.
For now, the construction has been put up, with electrical energy and plumbing being set to be put in. Lisa is busy determining inside adorning and planning how the area shall be used. The McDonalds are aiming for an early June grand opening.
