That was what i was thinking, The problem with many pet stores is the lack of knowledgeable people. My daughter graduated college and could not find a job, but with all the knowledge in showing and breeding dogs, and with keeping snakes, petco snapped her up. She started part time, theb was promoted to full, then back up manager, And is being trained as lead dog trainer. The bigger stores really try to promote from within, and you seem like a perfect candidate.