Shure Pets Gazette |
 Monthly Newsletter-April 2007 |
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 Pet Lover,
This month we celebrate three and a half years since we officially launched our business. It has been an exciting, action-filled time for us. Last weekend, we ran a successful promotion for all new Pet Consultant signups to help us celebrate the milestone of 1,500 Pet Consultants on our team. This is truly a great accomplishment that we should all be very proud of. Congratulations to Bonnie D. (#508 Gladstone, OR) and her team "For Pets Sake" for signing up the 1500th Pet Consultant, Kimberly S. (1829 Clackamas, OR).
Additionally, last month we processed a record number of new Pet Consultant applications (for 2007) and this month appears to be on track to exceed the prior period's activity. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome everyone to the Shure Pets family.
Next weekend, April 13 - 15, we are running a our third annual "Pet Parties Across America " Promotion. Pet Consultants are hosting Pet Parties next weekend to showcase our unique Shure Pets product line and business opportunity to all pets and pet lovers! The objectives are to increase pet knowledge, pass along pet-care tips to Pet Lovers and offer superior, beneficial pet products and business opportunities in an intimate home setting. This promotion has helped us to have more Pet Parties/Events booked during the next month than during any other time in our company's history. If you would like to attend a party or host a party, please contact Kristina at kristina.meyer@shurepets.com and we will put you in touch with you local Pet Consultant.
Finally, I would like to congratulate the top team builders for the months of February and March at Shure Pets. Leadership and mentoring are important parts of our business. Keep up the great work!
Carla F. (#1502 Cordova, TN) signed up 6 people from Feb. 15 - March 31
Maryann N. (#774 Rye Brook NY) signed up 6 people from Feb. 15 - March 31
Sandy T. (#148 Seabrook, NH) signed up 4 people from Feb. 15 - March 31
As always, please let me know how I can help you reach your personal and professional goals through the Shure Pets business opportunity.
Regards,  Andrew Shure | |
Pet Consultant of the Month
Profile of Success
Louise K. (#1263 Fort Collins, CO) lives with her four Labrador retrievers: Tango (13), Elsie (10), Willow (5) and Moon (16 months). Elsie is the mother to Willow who is mother to Moon. Louise states, "I breed Labradors. I train and compete with them in obedience, conformation and field. Willow was 10th in the AKC All Breed rankings in 2004. She's also a certified Delta Society Therapy Dog. We visit a shelter for battered women and their children monthly as well as work with the local Mental Health facility doing group therapy sessions with children. Moon is learning good social manners and will be tested for certification in late April. His temperament indicates that he'll be a great therapy dog as well.
I originally read about Shure Pets in the local newspaper. With on-going downsizing at my place of employment I was always looking for other alternatives. Shure Pets seemed like something I could get started on while I was still employed and then have something established when it was time to move on. And since I spend all my free time with my dogs it seemed like a great match. I've been a Pet Consultant since June of 2006 and I've met a lot of great people and made new friends.
I think the [Shure Pets] products are great, which is the big seller for me. I use them and then can brag about their benefits. They sell themselves. The party atmosphere is great too. I can think of no better people to spend time with than animal lovers. Just last month I quit my full time job and purchased an existing dog daycare facility in Fort Collins, CO. I plan to expand the retail section of that store to include Shure Pets products. The facility is a great place to host Pet Parties too.
[To achieve success], I've learned to focus on the customer and learn what their true needs are, instead of just trying to sell them the items I have. I take time to learn about their pets and any problems they might be having so I can sell them what they truly need. I am also very active with my dogs (training, therapy dog work and breeding) so I have lots of opportunities to talk with people about their pets and their needs. I became a member of the Fort Collins Dog Network, which is a group of small businesses that provide dog care services: canine massage, grooming, poop scooping, boarding, photography, etc. We do monthly events to educate the public and make our services known. The Network members all advertise each other's businesses so it's an easy way to expand your client base. We do a monthly "Yappy Hour" at the local dog park. We set up booths with information and product displays. It's a great way to get your name out there."
The above image is of Louise with Yellow Lab, Willow. |
"Barks of Approval"
Testimonials
"Hi, my name is Lori and I am a new Shure Pets Pet Consultant. I decided to have my first Pet Party at my house to introduce my friends, family and neighbors to the Shure Pets products...I phoned everyone and they couldn't wait to come! We all had a howling good time. We had a variety of dogs also attend and they all wore purple bandanas. The dogs volunteered to be demonstrators for the products. They sampled the Beef Jerky Dog Logs (#216) and played with the Fling Things (#506) and Hurley (#503/504).
I love the natural, botanical ingredients in the shampoos, conditioners and grooming products and my enthusiasm was shared by my customers. We played games and had prizes. Everyone enjoyed sampling and trying the products and the Therapy Spritzers were a great hit and also made my house smell good! I'm looking forward to the next party and seeing and trying all the products!" -Lori K. (#1732 Greenville, PA).
"I breed cats and have used [Shure Pets shampoos and sprays]...They do a beautiful job on the cats and I have been very pleased with the results" -Sue S. (#1398 Cumming, GA).
"I appreciate all of the help and support that Shure Pets offers its Pet Consultants - everyone is wonderful to work with." -Janet H. (#139 Macomb, IL).
To read more testimonials, please click on Paws-itive Comments  |
| Purr-fect Pet Health Tip
Curiosity and the Cat
Your feline friend, whether a purebred or a mixed breed, shares many traits with its wilder cousins (such as the Lynx or the Leopard). You only have to study a cat pouncing on a moving leaf to recognize the similarity between him and a Tiger leaping on his prey in the wild. Keeping this similarity in mind, you can see why your cat does certain things - due to their instincts.
Cats are extremely curious by nature. They will climb into anything they can explore -which can lead to certain dangers, especially if the something is an open trash can, a toilet with the lid up, or an empty paper bag which might be accidentally stepped on. Make 'shure' you check to see that your cat is not locked in a closet or empty room before you leave your house. Additionally, make certain that if your kitty goes outdoors to blow your horn and bang on the hood of your car before starting it. Cats have been known to crawl up under the hood to keep warm. | |
Interested in Joining the Shure Pets Team?
Monthly Conference Calls
On the first Tuesday of each month, Shure Pets holds a conference call for interested pet lovers who want to further explore the Shure Pets business opportunity in grr-eater de-tail prior to enrolling. These calls have proven to be a grr-eat learning tool for all involved and we highly encourage you to participate. Space is limited so please RSVP to kristina.meyer@shurepets.com to sign up for your informative Conference Call session. |
Fast Start Bone-us
Getting off on the Right Paw
 Through our Grrr-eat Start Program for our New Pet Consultant Puppies: In the first ten days of your business, if you sell $500 of Shure Pets products and book two upcoming Pet Parties (within the upcoming 30 days), you will earn a $75.00 credit towards any Shure Pets products and/or business supplies. Additionally, if you sell $1,200 of Shure Pets products and directly recruit one person, or more, in the first thirty days of your business, you will earn a Shure Pets T-shirt (small - x-large) and cap. The ten or thirty days start on the day that you receive your 'New Puppy on the Block' Starter Kit. Congratulations to Diana S. (1768 Bristol, TN) for recently earning her grr-eat start bone-us! |
Shure Pets Featured Product of the Month
Stain and Odor Control (#110):
Paramount stain and odor control does not simply cover up odors, both household and organic, it actually removes them. The formula is also effective as a multi-purpose cleanser in home and industry. Wonder-fur citrus scent. 17 oz. $10.00
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Bone-us Trivia
Television Actress Tori Spelling is a proud owner of a Pug. What is the name of her companion animal?
Please email info@shurepets.com with your trivia answer. A winner will be selected at random from all correct responses to receive FREE Shure Pets Products! The correct answer to this issue's Bone-us Trivia will be printed in next month's Pet Gazette.
The March trivia question was: What is the state dog of North Carolina? (officially adopted on August 12, 1989.)? Although we had many responses, Tara B. (Smithtown, NY) was the selected winner with the correct response (Plott Hound) and she received a special Shure Pets prize. Good luck to everyone participating in April's trivia contest! |
Pet Consultant Business
On Tuesday, March 13, Shure Pets Founder Andrew Shure visited Toledo, Ohio, for our first "Pet-Together Opportunity Event." Interested new Consultants, Party Guests and Party Hosts attended the successful event, as well Pet Consultants as Sally W. (#1776 Toledo, OH), Kim R. (#1088 Toledo, OH), Nancy J. (Perrysburg, OH) and Jill F. (#1748 Toledo, OH).
We are looking to create more "Opportunity Events" in the upcoming months all around the United States with the help of our Pet Consultants. If you are interested in attending a local Opportunity Event in your area, please email info@shurepets.com. |
Current Customer Promotions
Purr-sonalized Pet Prize: For all Pet Party orders submitted in April, the host of the Pet Party can order either the Purr-sonalized Painted Portrait (Small or Large -#616) or the Purr-sonalized Pet Throw (#773) at ½ off the retail price. This promotion is in addition to the regular half-priced items earned through Pet Parties.
Vital Vitamins: Any customer who enrolls in our auto-replenishment program during the month of April will receive their twelfth bottle of Vitamins for free. Please call us at 888.748.7373 to subscribe to our auto-replenishment program. Please let us know which Vitamin product you would like shipped (page 18-19 of Cat-alog), how often and how you will pay for the order. Shure Pets will automatically process and ship the item(s) to you on the desired days - and if you sign up in April, your twelfth item will be free!
April Showers Bring: rain...and accompanying rainbows. As a result, the following rainbow colored items will be 10% off from April 2 - April 30: Fleece Cozy Crinkler Sac & Tunnel (#814), Rainbow License Plate Holders (#738 Dogs, Cats or Paws), Caillou's Polka Dot Treats (#217) and the Catnip Teaser (#511). |
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Shure Pets: Mission Statement
"To establish and provide the highest standards of quality pet products, services and business opportunities. Shure Pets will thrive on being proactive and will handle all business manners with the utmost integrity. We will work intensely and vigorously to make 'shure' you and your pet are wagging your tail with happiness".
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