Conroe resident Ellen Perez opened PDP Kennels at 14063 Fenley Road, Conroe, in early September after selling her business of 30 years, Pamper Dog Parlor, in September 2016. PDP Kennels offers pet-sitting services, an indoor puppy development area, as well as individual and group obedience courses. Perez has more than 30 years of dog-training experience, and she specializes in breeding and training German shepherds. 936-537-5710. www.facebook.com/pdp-kennel-920905888010444/