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THE MONTHLY
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IN THIS ISSUE
Small-town Small Businesses lead to Healthier Pets
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hile most major companies are headquartered in urban hubs, here at Dee-O-Gee we appreciate the benefits that come with doing business in Small Town America. We’re not alone in this mindset. Nearly 63% of small business owners say smaller cities are better for small business, says Rocket Lawyer’s 2014 SemiAnnual Small Business Index. We also believe that pets are healthier and happier when pet owners choose to spend their pet care dollars with locally owned small businesses. The reasons behind why small towns are such boons for small business are diverse. First-class networking, minimal regulations, and high-quality talent pools are just a few of the factors which obviously stand out. In addition, a thriving local entrepreneurial culture is a major plus. Similar to small towns, urban neighborhoods can also harbor some of these benefits, making them ideal locations for small business as well. At Dee-O-Gee base camp in Bozeman, Montana we’ve found these benefits go a few steps past just marking your own turf though. Operating a business in a small town also offers small business owners an opportunity to get to know customers and other local businesses better, a chance to give back to the community in a bigger way, and internally fosters a business culture of growth and opportunity that empowers employees.
LOOK WHAT'S NEW IN THE MONTHLY! BOZEMAN HEALTH Quality, Community Healthcare
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PETS ARE PEOPLE TOO What to do when your pet gets lonely.
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Small businesses are community hubs.
Since launching in 2008, Dee-O-Gee’s headquarters in Bozeman have grown into a beloved local hub for our city’s pet loving community. We’ve done this by always putting our customers first. Whether it’s offering puppy training classes or organizing events with special
perks for customers by partnering with other local small businesses, we’ve always remained committed community See DEE-O-GEE page 7
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