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Puppy’s Business Model Called Into Question
Puppy’s Business Model Called Into Question
When Larry, a dog from Indianapolis, IN, was accepted into a local startup accelerator he didn’t really have a business idea in mind. He was accepted based solely on his potential as a startup entrepreneur – he was passionate about changing the world and a never ending amount of energy.
After tinkering with some concepts, he’s hit upon an idea that generates phenomenal user growth but little revenue, and some mentors are beginning to worry.
“Free Pit Bull Kisses! is a service that clearly fills a niche, but unless Larry can explain how he plans to monetize it, I just don’t see many investors jumping on board,” said Ferguson Laird, an entrepreneur who recently sold his third company to Yahoo! for a reported $25 million.
Startup blogger Tony Chu agrees. “Larry has built a killer service, but that’s not enough,” he said. “He has to be able to communicate to investors that he has the business acumen to make money from all those users.”
For his part, the pit bull does not seem worried.
“Free Pit Bull Kisses! is all about user acquisition right now,” said co-founder and CTO Kalista Chernin. “We have some ideas about how to monetize, but really, we’ll figure that out later. Once we get to scale, the revenue will come.”
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Doberman Opens Karate Gym
Doberman Opens Karate Gym
The downstairs business district between the kitchen and the family room has experience a renaissance of late. First “Sit. Stay. Pet Sitting" moved in and then last month "Groomingdales” puppy boutique and spa opened a franchise. The latest business to move into the bustling area is Rawhide Dojo, a new canine karate studio.
The studio is run by Mojo, a 7th dan black belt and Doberman Pinscher who relocated to the area after spending five years in Okinawa, Japan training.
“We’re really excited to have Mojo’s dojo open up on the block,” said Annalee Gumpkiss, president of the Downstairs Small Business Association. “It’s a great addition to the district. Oh, but I’ve heard he gets kind of mad if you call it ‘Mojo’s dojo.’ Could you no print that?”
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Pup Launches ‘Mature Gentleman’ Clothing Line
Pup Launches ‘Mature Gentleman’ Clothing Line
Earl Jones, a terrier mix with an acute fashion sense, has launched his own line of pupwear his company calls “The Mature Gentleman.”
“It’s for dogs who want to look like affluent men in their 50s or 60s,” says Rhonda Morgan, a spokesperson for Mr. Jones. “We’ve got sweater vests, bow ties, flannel shirts, blazers with elbow patches. You name it.”
Currently, the Mature Gentleman line is only available on the web, but Jones plans to expand into traditional retail by December.
“Keep an eye out for these distinguished fashions in Target and J. Crew,” says Morgan.
Submitted by Kelsey Cox.