National PetCare sinks teeth into vet market

FORT COLLINS — Walking into the plush and spotless environment of National PetCare Centers, it’s difficult to imagine the facility bustling with the bushy tails of its customers.

A receptionist siphons the endless phone calls through the labyrinth of office space, while people clad in three-piece suits scatter to answer the rings. The only dichotomy to this top-notch business motif is the swishing tail of the inhouse cat, Loki, which can be seen stalking around the office corners.

The effect is comfortable, posh, professional and sterile — as if the facility was wrapped in pretty paper and taped down with military corners.…