You Lucky Dog
Grooming services at You Lucky Dog in Hoboken
A quick update for You Lucky Dog (932 Washington Street).
Owner Danielle has transformed the store quite a bit from when she first opened last year. One noticeable change is that she’s re-structured the layout, and shifted product offerings with less regular food, and more toys, leashes, and a pretty big selection of dog outfits (both functional and decorative / costume). The bakery-style homemade dog snacks are still available.
Additionally, a full-time dog groomer was added on-site. See the You Lucky Dog grooming menu here.
With grooming options like You Lucky Dog, Hoboken Dog Wash (211 4th St.) and Cozy Cuts Grooming (508 5th St.) doing well in this economy, it’s clear that there is a strong love of pooches in the Mile Square!
You Lucky Dog officially open in Hoboken
4/8/2010 Update:
The new dog “boutique” You Lucky Dog (932 Wash) is now pretty much open (officially on Friday, April 9th).
While they carry a few of the items that you already buy at your usual pet store in Hoboken – they seem to be more focused on the specialty products for your four-legged best friend. Products like cutesy t-shirts and organic treats which are kept in a case by the register.
Doggies don’t suffer during the recession
1/25/2010:
Replacing the doomed Volonte Shoes at 932 Washington Street is “You Lucky Dog,” a place where you can pamper your canine best friend.
Dogs are amazing! Other than guard dogs, seeing-eye dogs, rescue dogs and “show dogs,” a majority of the dog population does NOT work! Yet they have a billion dollar industry just for them. Mind-boggling!
Description: Pet store, dog supplies, toys, outfits, leashes, dog grooming available
Address: 932 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Phone: (201)653-4004
Web: http://youluckydognj.com/
35 Responses to ** You Lucky Dog **
January 26th, 2010 |
I live on Garden btwn.13th & 14th. I walk home from The PATH Station everynight. I shop at both Beowoof and Cornerstone. I will continue to. I don’t think a new pet store is a bad idea. I will definately check the store out. When it opens. If she has products that would benefit me to purchase. I will become a customer of Beowoof,Cornerstone and You Lucky Dog.
In response to lhoward222 who said:
Cornerstone has plenty of room for dogs to enter — mine does all of the time, and eagerly (turns the corner from Wash to 9th to go in)! And sometimes plays with other dogs inside. Their merchandising is not only attractive (this Xmas they did it up especially very pretty), but has the breadth of supplies I need, and some I don’t, but get sucked into buying b/c they are so attractive.
I know I probably pay a premium buying at Cornerstone vs. BIG BOX, but I feel good about patronizing a local merchant PLUS the convenience can’t be beat. Further, owner and staff are delightful and knowledgeable. And Cornerstone staff if dedicated to helping shelter/orphaned pets.
Though I wish no harm to a new business in Hobo, I do question the wisdom of opening a dog-store so close to an established business that is rewarded with return patrons. I hope the new biz is focused on grooming/bathing (which I could use) to differentiate from Cornerstone. Else, I can’t envision a reason to change my shopping habits — i.e., will be loyal to Cornerstone.
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January 26th, 2010 |
What genius thought of opening up ANOTHER doggie shop not even one block away from Cornerstone?
I’m sorry. I love dogs and dog-related business owners. But You Lucky Dog can be cute as buttons and I’ll still think it’s a crappy and incompetent move to open up right around the corner from a Hoboken favorite. You’d think that it would somehow differentiate itself from the existing doggie shops, but noooo. That would involve logic.
As for raining lessons,… Yeah, Elks Club also offers them, it’s a huge space, and they’re just steps away from this place.
Shoulda done your research!
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January 26th, 2010 |
Um, “training” lessons, not “raining” lessons. Thanks.
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January 27th, 2010 |
Great post. There is no reason how long a person has been living in Hoboken constitutes why and when they post on this site. Some, like myself, find some things educational and most of the time other discussions entertaining.
Being a dog owner myself I frequent all the dog stores, so opening another is fine by me and my poochie! good luck to any new store that opens in Hoboken.
In response to interested who said:
While I would not open another pet boutique, I wish those who are doing so all the best. Yes, I have a dog, frequent both Cornerstone and Beowoof equally, and clean up after the dog when we take walks. Even if I did not have a pet, I would welcome a new business in town. Each business supports the others in that they collectively draw shoppers to our streets. Empty storefronts are no good for any of us.
I am somewhat troubled by the tone of some recent posts here on 411. The length of a person’s residence in our city does not validate his or her opinion! Are we going back to the “Yuppies Invade my House at Suppertime” era? Born and Bred vs. Yuppies vs. New Yuppies? We all live here, presumably because we like it. Cut the class warfare; it helps no one and hurts us all.
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January 27th, 2010 |
Mind bottling.
In response to H_convert who said:
Great post. There is no reason how long a person has been living in Hoboken constitutes why and when they post on this site. Some, like myself, find some things educational and most of the time other discussions entertaining.
Being a dog owner myself I frequent all the dog stores, so opening another is fine by me and my poochie! good luck to any new store that opens in Hoboken.
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April 8th, 2010 |
I have been to Cornerstone & Beowoof. I like them both. But if another store comes in (no matter where they open) and offer competitive prices and a varied selection, i’m all for it. Let the best store win.
In response to Stabone130 who said:
I won’t go anywhere but Cornerstone pets — the selection is great, the staff is ridiculously friendly & knowledgeable, prices are fair — why go anywhere else (unless you want like cupcakes for your dog and this new place offers them).
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April 8th, 2010 |
Looks like cute enough stuff by my dogs aren’t fancy epicureans. To them, the occasional forbidden pizza crust nibble on the street is the best thing ever. As for the frosted cookies and the like, my guess is that they could soon to become the Hoboken sidewalk’s worst enemy.
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April 8th, 2010 |
I say “Good Luck”!!! It looks much different than Cornerstone and it never hurts to have a little variety in town. I agree with the other posters in that people should be thankful its not another nail salon or dry cleaner! I’ll certainly be by to check it out
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April 8th, 2010 |
I thought that this place would be unique. It’s cute but it resembles other foofy boutiques in town that are now on the doomed list or have merged with other foofy boutiques.
I can’t believe I’m typing this, but I wish the owners luck in spite of the not-so-well-thought-out decision to open up a place like this. Wow. Could have been such an amazing spot if creativity were applied somehow. It’s a nice size!
Too bad. Gonna stick with Cornerstone myself…
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April 8th, 2010 |
The photos came out pretty nice, though, 411.
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April 8th, 2010 |
Pets have it good in Hoboken… I hear the YMCA is being turned into a pet hotel with agility training for dogs. Water therapy extra:). A program using Therapy Humans will include visits once per week.
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April 8th, 2010 |
Get. Out!
In response to animal_lover who said:
Pets have it good in Hoboken… I hear the YMCA is being turned into a pet hotel with agility training for dogs. Water therapy extra:). A program using Therapy Humans will include visits once per week.
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April 9th, 2010 |
You Lucky Dog probably could have taken business from exiting dog stores by locating in that strip mall on Adams and 14th b/c loads of dog owners up here in the NW corner. Also, the rent is probably cheaper than Wash. Of course, would have to invest in marketing b/c no foot traffic which could off-set cost of rent. But lots of grass roots could have been done with flyers, pro dog walker drinks/snacks meetings, etc. That’s my marketing mind thinking. As it is so close to my friends at Cornerstone, can’t foresee changing shopping habits.
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April 9th, 2010 |
I still think it is a good idea to get pets dna taken so when someone doesn’t clean up after their dog, the town can ID the dog and owner and give a fine. Good source of income for the town. They do this in Europe and now Europe has clean sidewalks
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April 9th, 2010 |
I walked by last evening. I was on my way home from work. It was before 8:00p. I wanted to see what the store was like. They were closed. I was hoping and I am hoping they’ll allow me to leave some of my business cards.
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