PetCare Co. closing it's doors
Another victim of the economy and chain competition, The PetCare Co. in Hermosa Beach will close up shop on Sunday after nearly 20 years in business.
Torrance residents and dog enthusiasts Lewis and Paula Turner have been running The PetCare Co. since 1991. But the opening of a large chain store nearby and the recession have crippled their business.
The impending closure comes after the store recently partnered with Burbank-based Ken-Mar Rescue, a nonprofit canine rescue operation, to offer small dogs for adoption in the store. Lewis Turner said he had hoped the adoption service would help boost revenue.
"Turned out to be too little, too late," said Lewis Turner.
There are seven rescue dogs who still need homes before the business closes on Sunday.
The store is at 1630 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach. Phone is 310-372-1980.
Lewis Turner with some of The PetCare Co. rescue dogs.
Photo: Robert Casillas, Daily Breeze
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