The baking business is going to the dogs —  literally.

Woof Gang Bakery, the nation’s fastest-growing gourmet dog treat bakery has opened a new shop at  Celebration at 671 Front St.

Franchise owner and Celebration resident  Cindy Czerniawski  said she has always had a passion for animals and a love for baking. The show helps her combine the two.

A graduate of UCF and a former Disney cast member, said she is committed to the local community and supports animal rescue organizations.  She is the proud “pet parent” to a Great Dane puppy named Emmit and a cat named Beau who was adopted from the SPCA.  

“I have always loved animals and believe that the health of our pets is so important because they are a part of our families,” she said.  “It is so easy to do what’s best for your pets to make them healthy and happy.  Plus, a little pampering can’t hurt either.”

Woof Gang Bakery Celebration specializes in healthy, natural pet foods and treats, including hypo-allergenic, wheat-free and grain-free selections, plus food, treats and supplements specially formulated for hip and joint issues.  The store offers a variety of fun, fuzzy, floatable and tough toys, as well as fashionable accessories, collars and leads, and a wide range of pet grooming products.

Special order requests are welcome and delivery service to local homes, resorts and businesses is available.

Today, more than ever, a remarkably high demand exists for these products and services. According to the American Pet Products Association, pet ownership and spending on pets are at an all time high, with Americans now spending nearly $46 billion a year on their pets.

About Woof Gang Bakery

Woof Gang Bakery is a leader in the pet franchise industry and a one-stop shop for superior pet necessities as well as stylish accessories.  Woof Gang Bakery offers hand-made, gourmet dog treats, premium pet foods, and a unique collection of stylish accessories, collars, leads, toys, bowls and  dog grooming products.

Woof Gang Bakery currently has 11 stores in Florida, with the first two North Carolina locations opening this summer. The company expects to grow to more than 50 locations by 2012.