My MBA Career: A Brooklyn Pet Store Owners Reflection on Citys Failing Policies Impacting Crime

Last Updated on August 14, 2023 by Robert C. Hoopes

Pet Store Owner Closes Shop in Brooklyn Citing Deteriorating Quality of Life

Brooklyn, New York – After over a decade in business, pet store owner Laura Generoso has made the difficult decision to close her beloved shop, Wagging Tails. Generoso attributes her decision to the deteriorating quality of life in the city, citing crime, filth, and the rampant presence of e-bikes and Vespas on sidewalks as main factors influencing her choice.

Contrary to popular belief, Generoso insists that her decision is not solely financially motivated. With a sizeable client base and a successful run since 2006, the store was flourishing. However, a traumatic incident last year, where an armed robbery occurred near her store, sparked fear for her safety and only served to compound her concerns about the city’s condition.

Generoso firmly believes that local politicians and their failed policies have contributed to the destruction of the city and her neighborhood, ultimately leading to her decision to close. “It breaks my heart to leave all my loyal customers behind, but I can no longer watch my once vibrant neighborhood crumble before my eyes,” lamented Generoso.

Wagging Tails will be closing its doors for the final time on August 21, leaving a void in the hearts of its loyal customers. Many expressed their disappointment and shared stories of the positive impact Generoso and her store have had on their lives. Customers praised the impeccable care and outstanding customer service they have received over the years.

The closure has also garnered attention from local politicians, with Councilman Ari Kagan taking to Twitter to express his concerns. Kagan promptly blamed progressive policies and Councilman Justin Brannan for the loss of small businesses like Wagging Tails. Brannan’s office, on the other hand, highlighted his previous experience as a small business owner in Bay Ridge and acknowledged the challenges faced by local business owners.

As of now, state elected officials in the area have not responded to the closure that has left Brooklyn residents and pet owners alike disheartened. The departure of Wagging Tails serves as a poignant reminder of the impact that city conditions and political policies can have on local small businesses and the community as a whole. Generoso, however, remains hopeful for a fresh start as she plans to relocate to Boca Raton, Florida, and pursue new opportunities.