On May 6, couple group Percy Palomar and Cara Sun will commemorate the grand opening of their brand-new dog care and grooming business Scenthound. Pets and their individuals can discover the brand-new business in Piazza Carmel, beside Pavilions and schedule consultations beginning May 8
“We are following our entrepreneurial dreams and our passion for dogs by opening up an emerging national franchise grooming concept in Carmel Valley,” said Sun.
Palomar is a Mira Mesa native and Navy veteran, and Sun is a UC San Diego graduate who has actually been residing in San Diego for over 15 years. Pet moms and dads to 2 dogs, they wish to fill a specific niche in the dog grooming market, being actually concentrated on the general health of the hound and making certain all dogs are tidy, healthy and well-cared for.
“We don’t do specialty cuts or anything fancy, we’re very functional,” said Sun of the vital care provided to furry relative.
The Scenthound principle began in Jupiter, Fla., and started franchising in 2018. It has actually considering that grown to 80 shops under advancement throughout the nation—Cara and Percy’s is the very first to open in San Diego and 2nd in the state of California.
The “Scent” in the name means skin, coat, ears, nails and teeth.
The objective is to be a simple, economical and practical option for each dog’s regular care. A regular monthly membership consists of a month-to-month bath, ear cleansing, nail grinding and teeth brushing — the basic health fundamentals every dog requires no matter breed or size. They likewise use more breed-specific services such as de-shedding treatments.
Scenthound has an app for dog moms and dads to easily book and handle their consultations. The subscription likewise consists of a 24/7 virtual veterinarian gain access to through the Scenthound app where dog moms and dads can access a vet for any health problems prior to making an expensive emergency clinic go to.
Owner education is huge part pf the Scenthound design. At completion of every go to, each dog will receive a “Scent” check—a health transcript for the dog moms and dads of how their puppy performed in the classifications of skin, coat, ears, nails, teeth, anal glands and and body condition. The check likewise assists staff to much better comprehend each dog’s private requirements and assists flag any problems previously instead of later on.
With an eye on opening, they have actually succeeded up until now in staffing experienced groomers and caretakers along with those aiming to step up in time and build a profession: “Our motto is one pack,” said Sun.
As Talmadge location locals, Cara and Percy are brand-new to Carmel Valley and they like the sense of neighborhood and how inviting everybody has actually been.
Sun has actually likewise significantly taken pleasure in end up being a part of the dog neighborhood, conference with companies like Rancho Coastal Humane Society, regional saves and fellow dog specialized businesses that share her business’s worths. Even while under building and construction, they held an adoption occasion with Carmel Valley’s Second Leash on Life rescue and gladly discovered a dog a permanently home.
“For me I didn’t really discover how much of a passion this was for me until I started and started making connections with local rescues,” Sun said. “As much as we can, we want to give back.”
Scenthound lies at 3840 Valley Centre Dr #601. Visit scenthound.com/san-diego-carmel-valley
