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Jul 2020
Knaresborough sees new pet shop open despite pandemic
Amidst a pandemic, a couple from Knaresborough has managed to set up their new pet shop on the high street in two weeks.
Jack and Carly Atkinson plan to open their shop on August 1. They say that the pandemic hasn't limited their plans as they would have been classed as an essential shop before lockdown eases.
The Atkinsons believes they have found a niche that is missing in the town as currently people have to travel to Harrogate and Ripon to get their pet supplies.
In just two weeks Jack handed his notice in at another pet shop, rented the premises and began to order stock.
Jack Atkinson said:
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The Atkinson Pet Shop will join Knaresborough's high street as local organisations are encouraging residents to support smaller, local businesses. Carly Atkinson added:
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