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Financial Modelling Tool for Pet Stores

Running a pet store means managing more than just sales. You need to balance your stock, manage your seasonal demand, and anticipate supplier costs – all while keeping customers and their pets happy! Staying ahead financially can be tricky, but with Brixx, you’ll get clear, actionable forecasts that make planning and growth much simpler.

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Project Setup

Project name: Pet Store Business
Time period: Monthly (ideal for tracking sales, stock purchases, and overheads)

Income Components

Component: Retail Sales
- Sub-components:
  - Pet Food Sales – £12,000/month (mix of dog, cat, bird, fish food)
  - Pet Accessories (toys, leads, bedding, aquariums) – £8,000/month
  - Health & Grooming Products (shampoos, flea treatments, vitamins) – £4,000/month

Component: Services Income
- Sub-components:
  - Grooming Services – £30 per appointment × 200/month = £6,000
  - Pet Boarding/Daycare – £25 per day × 100 days/month = £2,500
  - Training Classes – £50 per class × 20 classes/month = £1,000

Component: Other Income
- Sub-components:
  - Loyalty Membership Fees – £10/month × 100 members = £1,000
  - Small Animal Sales (fish, hamsters, birds) – £1,500/month

Expenditure Components

Component: Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
- Sub-components:
  - Wholesale Pet Food Purchases – ~60% of food sales = £7,200/month
  - Accessories & Stock Purchases – ~50% of accessory sales = £4,000/month
  - Grooming Supplies (shampoos, clippers, consumables) – £500/month
  - Small Animals from Breeders/Wholesalers – ~£1,000/month

Component: Staffing Costs
- Sub-components:
  - Store Assistants (3 staff, mixed shifts) – £5,000/month
  - Groomers (2 staff) – £3,000/month
  - Store Manager Salary – £2,500/month
  - NI Contributions/Pension – ~15% = £1,600/month

Component: Operational Costs
- Sub-components:
  - Rent – £2,000/month
  - Utilities (electricity, heating, water) – £600/month
  - Insurance (property, liability, employer) – £2,400/year = £200/month
  - Waste Removal & Cleaning – £300/month
  - Stock Storage/Logistics – £400/month

Asset Components

Component: Fixed Assets
- Sub-components:
  - Shop Fit-Out & Shelving – £20,000 (5-year depreciation)
  - Grooming Equipment – £5,000 (3-year depreciation)
  - Delivery Van – £15,000 (5-year depreciation)
  - IT Equipment & POS Systems – £3,000 (3-year depreciation)

Component: Current Assets
- Sub-components:
  - Inventory/Stock – £25,000 (average monthly value)
  - Cash Reserves – £10,000
  - Accounts Receivable (online orders not yet paid) – £2,000

Funding Components

Component: Equity/Investment
- Sub-components:
  - Owner Investment – £30,000

Component: Business Loans
- Sub-components:
  - Bank Loan – £40,000 at 6% interest, 5 years (~£773/month repayment)
  - Asset Finance for Van – £15,000 at 5% interest, 4 years (~£345/month repayment)

Component: Future Funding (Optional)
- Sub-components:
  - Expansion Loan for Second Location – £50,000 (modelled in Year 3)

Scenario Planning in Brixx

Seasonality
- Model December holiday sales surge (+40%) vs. January slump (-25%).

Service Growth
- Expand grooming from 200 to 300 appointments/month.

E-commerce Growth
- Model online sales growing 15% annually.

Supply Chain Disruption
- Test impact of +10% wholesale pet food costs.

Expansion
- Add a second store in Year 3 with double staffing and rent.

Dashboard & Reporting

Cash Flow Report
- Shows stock purchases vs. seasonal peaks in sales.

Balance Sheet
- Tracks inventory levels, grooming equipment depreciation, and loan liabilities.

Profit & Loss Statement
- Breaks down retail vs. services profitability.

Custom KPIs
- Gross Margin by Product Line (food vs. accessories vs. services)
- Revenue per Square Foot of Store
- Average Spend per Customer
- Grooming Utilisation Rate (%)

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Who can use this Brixx template?

Independent pet store owners
Franchise managers in the pet retail sector
Entrepreneurs running online or hybrid pet shops

Brixx is a great tool for:

Anyone responsible for budgeting, inventory costs, and sales planning in a pet store
Owners and accountants tracking revenue from different product categories, grooming services, or training classes

What are the benefits to pet stores?

Tailored for retail, this template helps you model product sales, service revenue, supplier costs, and staffing expenses
Easily track cash flow to see when to restock, invest in new services, or expand your store
Understand profitability across different income streams – such as pet food, accessories, aquatics, or grooming services
Run “what-if” tests to see the impact of price changes, seasonal promotions, or expanding into e-commerce
Quickly adapt your plans with instant financial insights and easy-to-read charts

Strategic forecasting in Brixx

Projecting revenue from everyday essentials like food and treats, plus higher-margin items like cages, tanks, or toys
Demonstrating expected profits when seeking funding or business loans
Planning for recurring costs such as rent, utilities, and employee salaries
Budgeting for store improvements, marketing campaigns, or launching new pet services
Anticipating seasonal shifts in demand, like holiday spikes or summer slowdowns

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Take the guesswork out of running your pet store with Brixx

Financial planning software is essential for success in retail, and Brixx helps you build a clear roadmap for your store’s future. From everyday cash flow to long-term expansion, our forecasting tools make it easy to make confident decisions about stock, staffing, and growth opportunities.

With more than 20 years of experience in business modelling, Brixx gives pet store owners the clarity they need to stay profitable and competitive. Whether you run a small neighbourhood shop or a growing chain, Brixx helps you plan smarter and stay ahead.

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