First Pics: Amelie’s Bark Shop opens at 1544 E. Passyunk Ave.
A new dog bakery and shop called Amelie’s Bark Shop is now open at 1544 E. Passyunk Ave. The shop, named after owner Jackie Starker’s almost eight-year-old dog, opened for Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29.
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The shop carries Starker’s homemade dog treats made in-house at the shop and handmade and recycled dog and cat products, many of which are made locally in Philadelphia.
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Starker first started selling dog treats online a few years ago under the name Pupcakes and decided to take her business to the next level by opening this shop and bakery.
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Although it is the “Bark Shop,” they haven’t forgotten about your favorite felines. There are handmade cat toys, food and treats throughout the shop, as well.
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As Starker continues to grow her business, she hopes to start displaying and selling more local artwork.
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Amelie’s Bark Shop is open from 9 a.m. through 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. through 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. on Sundays. More information about Amelie’s Bark Shop can be found on the shop’s Facebook page.
–Taylor Farnsworth, @tfarnsworth3