A new independent family-run pet store opened in Aberdeen yesterday (Thursday).

Owner Anthony Reilly has been planning the Pet Arc store and dog grooming salon in The Courtyard, Cults, since early November.

It will be a true family affair with wife Nichola, son Lee, daughter Ruby and niece Bethani helping in the store at weekends. Anthony’s family Cavapoo Brodie and Bethani’s two dogs, Lottie and Junior, will also be regulars in the shop.

The Pet Arc stocks a full range of dry and wet pet food plus frozen raw food, along with pet beds, leads and accessories. It will also be selling a whole range of food and accessories for fish, reptiles or small pets.

Anthony said: “We’ve had a really positive reaction from the local community and beyond and we hope to fulfil their pets’ requirements and offer a first-class service to all.

“Our website www.petarc.co.uk is now live and customers can book their grooming sessions online. In the New Year we will also be selling online to customers further afield and we will be offering a delivery service.”

Anthony is the head professional groomer, holding a qualified level 3 ipet recognised City & Guilds certification.