Mr. Tan Teik Poh started K9 Pet Shop in 1998 in his home in George Town, Penang. It has since expanded to a 3-story shop house, employing 3 workers and family members. Starting as a dog training center in 1982, the pet shop now sells pets and pet supplies, managed by Ivan Soon since 2005 to expand its online presence beyond its sole physical shop in Penang.