Police collected fingerprints from the scene and officials tidied up the mess at the scene.
Although the building was insured, the couple did not have contents insurance.
“With help from kind neighbors this afternoon, we were able to clear out most of the trash,” Buddy's Dog Salon posted on Facebook.
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“Right now we're assessing what needs to be replaced, what can be repaired and trying to get everything back in place.”
The couple declined to comment further, other than to say they were overwhelmed by the outpouring of help and support from neighbouring stores in cleanup efforts, as well as kind words from customers.
Gary Holmes of the Glen Innes Chamber of Commerce was saddened by the incident.
The store spanned three blocks, with a vape shop next door and a Starbucks on the other side.
“It's really unfortunate that this happened. I don't know who did this or why,” he said.
Walls were smashed into Buddy's Dog Salon in Glen Innes and light fixtures were left hanging from a damaged ceiling after the random attack. Photo / Facebook
“What's great is that businesses and the local community are supporting Buddies and helping them reopen through their Givealittle page.”
Regular customer Peter Ho Ly Goh set up a Givealittle page to help replace equipment so the couple can reopen.
“We are all shocked and outraged by the vandalism and robbery of Buddy's Dog Salon,” Ho Ly Goh said.
Expensive dog grooming scissors were used to cut gibs and destroy furniture at Buddy's Dog Salon in Glen Innes. Photo / Facebook
More than $3,000 has been donated with messages of support for the business, and it has received five-star reviews on Facebook and Google.
Most of the more than 50 donations to the Givealittle page were on behalf of canine clients who sent kind words and “licks” including Labradoodles Milo, Potato, Toby and Leo.
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Police have confirmed the theft and have appealed for the public to come forward with any information that may lead them.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police via telephone service number 105 and quote case number P059345967.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
This story has been updated to reflect that two nearby businesses were also robbed.
Kirsty Wynne is an Auckland-based journalist with more than 20 years' experience in New Zealand newsrooms, covering everything from crime and social issues to the property market and consumer issues.
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