GRAND OPENING! $5 Gift Card to first two orders placed on PURECANINE.COM Read Details - YorkieTalk.com Forums

coley · 12-28-2006, 09:16 PM

Hi everyone! Well I have opened PureCanine.com we sell Pet Silk, Cowboy Magic, and many other items. We have been open for two days and no one has placed an order so the first two YT members to place an order of any amount on PureCanine.com will recieve a$5.00 gift certificate redeemable at ChloeBella.com!! I posted this in my other thread but I am not sure if many people saw it so I am re-posting it. Thank you!

ytsirk27 · 12-29-2006, 06:07 AM

do you own both websites? you have some nice stuff...is pet silk a good shampoo> i have seen so many different brands....I usually just use a oatmeal shampoo on my dogs but may later in the year try something else!

coley · 12-29-2006, 10:11 AM

I should have mentioned that! No I do not own ChloeBella.com. With the company I am using to help me with my site I cannot create any store coupons...or credits

. I would have to upgrade to an account that is $45 more a month to do that. I may do that in the future if I can afford it! So I just looked around on YT members sites for gift cards and ChloeBella.com was the only one I saw that had gift cards so I went ahead and bought $10 gift card which I will split into $5 cards. Pet Silk is a GREAT shampoo and I am not just saying that because I sell it

. It comes in some really great scents and after you give your dog a bath the scent will stay for some time. Also I suggest buying the shampoo and conditioner. I used the mountain berry (smells awesome) shampoo and conditioner on Smudge and his coat was soo much softer than with my old shampoo. I do carry Pet Silk Oatmeal shampoo and conditioner also. So I hope that clears things up! I do not own Chloebella.com. Also the $5 gift certificates are still available!Thank you for asking!!

Kona · 12-29-2006, 10:18 AM

Do you have a cheaper shipping method? I hesistate to buy when the shipping is more than the item I want...

yougetthesmiles · 12-29-2006, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Kona

Do you have a cheaper shipping method? I hesistate to buy when the shipping is more than the item I want...

I agree! I dont understand why people try to jack up the shipping to make a few extra bucks! To me that is poor business!

Shanatink · 12-29-2006, 10:55 AM

Im not sure what her shipping prices are but I just wanted to mention that shipping is more expensive than most people realize especially on items like grooming products, they are relatively heavy. I personally use USPS priority mail w/tracking (as my 3 years experience has taught me NOT to trust slower less secure cheaper mail such as USPS first class) therefore my basecost start at $4.45 for under a pound just to certain places in the USA. 1 or 2 shampoos weigh enough that they will easily put a package at over a pound possibly a few pounds depending on number of products ordered and this will take prices to $7-9 for priority mail postage cost. Now so far I am just talking postage cost, there is still the cost of packaging supplies to consider such as bubblewrap (that stuff is expensive), labels, tape, ink cartridges, etc etc. I have often lost a dollar or 2 on shipping grooming products, beds, etc. Plus when you first start a website it takes awhile to figure out the whole shipping thing and how much to charge, wether to base it on total order cost, individual item weight, etc.

coley · 12-29-2006, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Kona

Do you have a cheaper shipping method? I hesistate to buy when the shipping is more than the item I want...

Yes I am working on it. I originally bought boxes that were bigger than what I needed. I dont even know what I was thinking. My fault. So I am trying to make these boxes smaller until I get smaller boxes in. The only thing I can offer you right now is you order through my store, I will ship it in a smaller box and refund you the excess of the shipping charge through paypal. This is all I can do right now. I am sorry. Thanks!

coley · 12-29-2006, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by yougetthesmiles

I agree! I dont understand why people try to jack up the shipping to make a few extra bucks! To me that is poor business!

As I stated before I am not doing this on purpose. Also Sellers do need to add a handling fee onto the shipping cost for the reasons Shana stated shipping supplies are definatelly not cheap, and I am just opening so please give me some time to figure out everything. I assure you I am not adding an outrageous handling fee to make the shipping charges as high as they are. As I stated before I will refund the excess shipping fee you paid (through Paypal.) I do see where you are coming from, as it may look like I am making my money through S&H, but I assure you that is not what I am doing. Sorry about the misunderstanding.

coley · 12-29-2006, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Shanatink

Im not sure what her shipping prices are but I just wanted to mention that shipping is more expensive than most people realize especially on items like grooming products, they are relatively heavy. I personally use USPS priority mail w/tracking (as my 3 years experience has taught me NOT to trust slower less secure cheaper mail such as USPS first class) therefore my basecost start at $4.45 for under a pound just to certain places in the USA. 1 or 2 shampoos weigh enough that they will easily put a package at over a pound possibly a few pounds depending on number of products ordered and this will take prices to $7-9 for priority mail postage cost. Now so far I am just talking postage cost, there is still the cost of packaging supplies to consider such as bubblewrap (that stuff is expensive), labels, tape, ink cartridges, etc etc. I have often lost a dollar or 2 on shipping grooming products, beds, etc. Plus when you first start a website it takes awhile to figure out the whole shipping thing and how much to charge, wether to base it on total order cost, individual item weight, etc.

Wow, you explained it perfectly! Well everthing except me ordering boxes that were too big

. I think I may use USPS, as they're shipping rates may be a little cheaper, but I will have to see. Thank you for clearing that up for me.

Tiger's Mom · 12-29-2006, 11:57 AM

Shipping and handling can definitely be pretty expensive, but with the continued escalation of gas prices, everything else goes up as well

.

Considering everyone gets a break on not paying a sales tax (except if your state really does not charge one like OR

), that alone is already a tremendous savings to all online buyers. Plus the advantage of savings on your time and gas expense going to the store.

I am sure you will readjust your shipping and handling charges once you get the hang of it. It is however better to lose on shipping charges (initially) than to discourage customers from ordering first time just to check out your merchandise and service.

Starting a business can be pretty expensive as there is inventory to maintain and costs to cover.

Wishing you tons of good luck on your new business. You cannot find a better customer than YT members - they are simply the BEST!

JESSY_RN2B · 12-29-2006, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by coley

I should have mentioned that! No I do not own ChloeBella.com. With the company I am using to help me with my site I cannot create any store coupons...or credits

. I would have to upgrade to an account that is $45 more a month to do that. I may do that in the future if I can afford it! So I just looked around on YT members sites for gift cards and ChloeBella.com was the only one I saw that had gift cards so I went ahead and bought $10 gift card which I will split into $5 cards. Pet Silk is a GREAT shampoo and I am not just saying that because I sell it . It comes in some really great scents and after you give your dog a bath the scent will stay for some time. Also I suggest buying the shampoo and conditioner. I used the mountain berry (smells awesome) shampoo and conditioner on Smudge and his coat was soo much softer than with my old shampoo. I do carry Pet Silk Oatmeal shampoo and conditioner also. So I hope that clears things up! I do not own Chloebella.com. Also the $5 gift certificates are still available!Thank you for asking!!

You are not kidding! I use Petsilk moisturizing shampoo and conditioner on Bobbi, my Yorkie. I use Petsilk midnight black shampoo and condiitoner on Melody, my toy poodle (she's black)...........this is awesome stuff

I have yet to try the cologne and leave-in conditioner......but I will.

Jess

coley · 12-29-2006, 08:38 PM

Hi everyone. The gift cards are STILL available.

Anyway I am going to close the site at 11 pm central time tonight to adjust prices and add package deals on Pet Silk, so you will get a discount if you buy the Shampoo & conditioner! It will be open by tomorrow morning. Thanks.

coley · 12-30-2006, 01:29 PM

GREAT NEWS

I decided to ship only USPS priority mail. This means you will get your order super fast! I have made it so there is flat rate shipping. Here is what it will cost you:

Up to 1LB : $5.65
1-2 LBS : $7.60
2-3 LBS : $9.75
More Than 3 LBS : $10.35

Thanks!

Kona · 12-30-2006, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coley

GREAT NEWS

I decided to ship only USPS priority mail. This means you will get your order super fast! I have made it so there is flat rate shipping. Here is what it will cost you:

Up to 1LB : $5.65
1-2 LBS : $7.60
2-3 LBS : $9.75
More Than 3 LBS : $10.35

Thanks!

WOW! That's A LOT better! I'm going to go check out your stuff again!!

stedmansmommy · 12-30-2006, 11:33 PM

PET SILK! Adorable dog beds, cute clothes, PRECIOUS shoes! OH MY!!!!!!

I am in BIGGGG trouble....lol

12-29-2006, 10:18 AM	#4
Kona Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bay Area, California Posts: 1,877	Do you have a cheaper shipping method? I hesistate to buy when the shipping is more than the item I want... __________________ Kona Bernie

12-29-2006, 10:55 AM	#6
Shanatink Mommy to 3 Princesses Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 11,030	Im not sure what her shipping prices are but I just wanted to mention that shipping is more expensive than most people realize especially on items like grooming products, they are relatively heavy. I personally use USPS priority mail w/tracking (as my 3 years experience has taught me NOT to trust slower less secure cheaper mail such as USPS first class) therefore my basecost start at $4.45 for under a pound just to certain places in the USA. 1 or 2 shampoos weigh enough that they will easily put a package at over a pound possibly a few pounds depending on number of products ordered and this will take prices to $7-9 for priority mail postage cost. Now so far I am just talking postage cost, there is still the cost of packaging supplies to consider such as bubblewrap (that stuff is expensive), labels, tape, ink cartridges, etc etc. I have often lost a dollar or 2 on shipping grooming products, beds, etc. Plus when you first start a website it takes awhile to figure out the whole shipping thing and how much to charge, wether to base it on total order cost, individual item weight, etc. __________________ Custom Dog Clothing Boutique www.TinkerbellsCloset.com

12-30-2006, 01:29 PM	#13
coley Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 386	Adjusted Shipping Rates! GREAT NEWS I decided to ship only USPS priority mail. This means you will get your order super fast! I have made it so there is flat rate shipping. Here is what it will cost you: Up to 1LB : $5.65 1-2 LBS : $7.60 2-3 LBS : $9.75 More Than 3 LBS : $10.35 Thanks!

12-30-2006, 11:33 PM	#15
stedmansmommy I Love My Lil' Punkin's Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Stedman and Tatum's World :) Posts: 15,331 Blog Entries: 5	PET SILK! Adorable dog beds, cute clothes, PRECIOUS shoes! OH MY!!!!!! I am in BIGGGG trouble....lol __________________ Mommy Loves Stedman and Tatum! They have us wrapped around their little paws!

12-29-2006, 06:07 AM	#2
ytsirk27 BANNED FOR SCAMMING MEMBERS! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 2,811	do you own both websites? you have some nice stuff...is pet silk a good shampoo> i have seen so many different brands....I usually just use a oatmeal shampoo on my dogs but may later in the year try something else!

12-29-2006, 10:11 AM	#3
coley Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 386	I should have mentioned that! No I do not own ChloeBella.com. With the company I am using to help me with my site I cannot create any store coupons...or credits . I would have to upgrade to an account that is $45 more a month to do that. I may do that in the future if I can afford it! So I just looked around on YT members sites for gift cards and ChloeBella.com was the only one I saw that had gift cards so I went ahead and bought $10 gift card which I will split into $5 cards. Pet Silk is a GREAT shampoo and I am not just saying that because I sell it . It comes in some really great scents and after you give your dog a bath the scent will stay for some time. Also I suggest buying the shampoo and conditioner. I used the mountain berry (smells awesome) shampoo and conditioner on Smudge and his coat was soo much softer than with my old shampoo. I do carry Pet Silk Oatmeal shampoo and conditioner also. So I hope that clears things up! I do not own Chloebella.com. Also the $5 gift certificates are still available!Thank you for asking!!

12-29-2006, 11:57 AM	#10
Tiger's Mom Donating YT 8000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 9,339	Shipping and handling can definitely be pretty expensive, but with the continued escalation of gas prices, everything else goes up as well . Considering everyone gets a break on not paying a sales tax (except if your state really does not charge one like OR ), that alone is already a tremendous savings to all online buyers. Plus the advantage of savings on your time and gas expense going to the store. I am sure you will readjust your shipping and handling charges once you get the hang of it. It is however better to lose on shipping charges (initially) than to discourage customers from ordering first time just to check out your merchandise and service. Starting a business can be pretty expensive as there is inventory to maintain and costs to cover. Wishing you tons of good luck on your new business. You cannot find a better customer than YT members - they are simply the BEST!

12-29-2006, 08:38 PM	#12
coley Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 386	Hi everyone. The gift cards are STILL available. Anyway I am going to close the site at 11 pm central time tonight to adjust prices and add package deals on Pet Silk, so you will get a discount if you buy the Shampoo & conditioner! It will be open by tomorrow morning. Thanks.