{"id":22954,"date":"2024-08-13T15:00:30","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T14:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/?p=22954"},"modified":"2024-08-13T14:35:28","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T13:35:28","slug":"two-fetch-ing-additions-join-the-petpals-network","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.franchiselocal.co.uk\/news\/two-fetch-ing-additions-join-the-petpals-network\/","title":{"rendered":"Two fetch-ing additions join the Petpals network"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 3<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Despite the sun\u2019s reluctance to shine this summer, Petpals has plenty to beam about. Continuing a year of success, the Petpals network has warmly welcomed two enthusiastic new franchisees. This month, Charlotte Arnold and Suzie Mossman are the latest pet lovers to realise their dream of merging their passion for animals with the excitement of business ownership.<\/p>\n

Charlotte\u2019s journey to Petpals began after a career as an events manager in the finance industry. During lockdown, she met her partner and decided it was time to settle down. At the same time, struggling to find a reliable pet sitter for her two much-loved labradors, Lola and Tia, Charlotte decided to take matters into her own hands.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve always dreamed of running my own pet care business, but I figured I\u2019d have to wait until later in life to make it happen,\u201d explained Charlotte. \u201cBut when I saw how much the community needed a reliable pet care service, my partner and I realised there\u2019s no perfect time to chase your dreams. So, we decided to take the leap and start Petpals Sidcup. And the rest, as they say, is history!\u201d<\/p>\n

Choosing Petpals was an easy decision for Charlotte, inspired by her friend Ray Hipwell at Petpals Chislehurst. \u201cI used to live across from Ray and often saw him busy on the job,\u201d said Charlotte. \u201cHe was always fully booked, which made it clear that there was a high demand for dog sitting and other pet services in our area and neighbouring Sidcup.<\/p>\n

“It takes a lot for me to trust someone with Lola and Tia. I need to know that the pet carer is experienced, fully insured, licensed and knowledgeable. Ray and Petpals Chislehurst stood out to me as the most professional pet care company in our area, which is why I chose them. Everyone at Petpals receives comprehensive training and operates with the highest standards, setting them apart from the rest.”<\/p>\n

Suzie\u2019s path to franchise ownership with Petpals had its own unique twist. Since its launch in 2018, Petpals Sefton, under the loving care of its previous owner, Sharren Redmond, quickly became a favourite among local pets \u2013 earning Sharren the Great British Franchisee Award in 2022. When Sharren decided it was time for a new adventure, it turned out that the perfect successor was closer than she had imagined.<\/p>\n

\u201cI spent 20 years working with Sefton Council and, while I enjoyed it, I felt like it was time for a change,\u201d explained Suzie. \u201cI realised I wanted to do something that truly made me happy. Given my lifelong love for animals, starting my own pet business just felt like the perfect fit. I started exploring options like doggy daycare and other pet-focused opportunities.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs fate would have it, my mum and Sharren\u2019s mum are really close and often have coffee mornings together. During one of their chats, Sharren\u2019s mum mentioned that her daughter was looking for someone to take over her business. I contacted Sharren, and we hit it off right away! It was clear to me that Petpals was the perfect match. Since then, I\u2019ve completed all the required training and have been busy meeting the dogs, going on walks and doing cat visits to get acquainted with all the local pets before officially taking over,\u201d explained Suzie.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy family is so supportive, and if it wasn\u2019t for my mum putting the feelers out for me to take over the business, none of this would have happened. I\u2019m incredibly grateful.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Suzie, the key to her successful launch this month lies in the steadfast support and comprehensive training she received from Petpals\u2019 head office and her predecessor. \u201cLike Charlotte, I completed canine first aid, feline care and home boarding courses,\u201d said Suzie. \u201cIt was great to go through the training with her as we were able to support each other throughout the process. The sessions were intense, covering everything from animal care to business operations, but the knowledge I gained was invaluable. The support I\u2019ve received from discovery day to launch day has been incredible.\u201d<\/p>\n

While it is still early doors for these two new recruits and while one dream has been achieved, Charlotte and Suzie still have big dreams for the future. \u201cI\u2019m hoping to reach the heights of Petpals Chislehurst,\u201d explained Charlotte. \u201cIt\u2019s one of the standout success stories in the network, and I\u2019m aiming to join those ranks within the next five years. My goal is to expand as much as possible and make a difference for as many animals as I can!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m excited to start by keeping things as they are for the first year to get a feel for how everything runs,\u201d said Suzie. \u201cAfter that, I\u2019m looking forward to gently expanding \u2013 maybe adding another van, bringing in more team members and stretching our reach a bit further into neighbouring Formby. It\u2019s all about growing carefully, building on the solid foundation that\u2019s already been laid.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Kevin Thackrah, Director of Petpals, this dynamic duo are the perfect additions to the already buzzing network of franchisees. \u201cOur recruitment process is designed to find franchisees who align with our core values and, most importantly, have a deep love for animals and a passion for business,\u201d said Kevin. \u201cCharlotte and Suzie embody everything we stand for at Petpals. I\u2019m excited to see how they will drive their businesses forward, contribute to our pet-loving community and enhance our network\u2019s success in the years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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