Petsense is opening its doors in Hermiston on Jan. 19.

The pet supply store will hold a grand opening celebration, including raffle drawing, on Jan. 21 at 9 a.m.

Petsense is a national retailer that carries a wide variety of supplies for household pets including dogs, cats, fish, reptiles and birds. It also provides grooming services, training services and vet clinics.

The Hermiston location at 1930 N. First St. (constructed next to Big 5) is 5,400 square feet. The store, managed by Nikki Johnson, plans to employ about eight associates including groomers. Applications for sales associates, groomers and trainers can be filled out online at petsensellc.com.

West coast market manager Nikki Cordray said in an email that Petsense is a “place for pet lovers” that works to promote responsible pet ownership through community involvement and education.

“Our mission is to operate stores that are exciting and fun, staffed with friendly, knowledgeable associates passionate about making the pet lover’s shopping a world class experience,” she said.