As we grow and become more financially solvent, we will join other organizations. Since I had many previous connections, it was easy to approach owners of pet stores and ask if they were willing to give discounts. When you make your presentation to a proprietor, have information about your club, including a business card, newsletter, and a pamphlet, introducing your club. Be ready to explain how offering the discount can help the pet store. You can offer to write an article featuring the local pet store.
Most people like to see their name and business glorified.
Most owners hopefully will want to participate by helping you out. It's a good will gesture to help out needy birds by helping out the club. You can offer a free ad in your newsletter to a pet store in exchange for a donation. Ask each member to contact their local pet store and initiate a conversation with the owner, asking to place a poster or set business cards on the counter. It never hurts to ask.