[Tooker]

Petsense is owned by Tractor Supply which is doing very well across the country. My information on why they left comes from multiple, very reliable sources. Tractor Supply tried for months to negotiate what they felt was a fair increase in their rent, but TV held firm, not only raising the rent enormously but requiring a larger percentage of their sales. Economically it made no sense for them to stay since they have two nearby locations. Their grooming business was booked months out, their obedience classes very popular, and their partnership with The Humane Society of Sumter County very successful in placing animals in new homes. I feel the store’s closing was a loss to many. Just my opinion.