Franchisee story · We Love Pets Solihull & Shirley

From office desk to outdoor freedom

How Claire, with her husband Matt, built a two-territory business around family and pets.

Claire and Matt of We Love Pets Solihull sitting outdoors with two spaniels

Previous career

Office-based employment

Joined

2019

Territories

Solihull and Shirley

Monthly turnover

£11,800

Turnover is business revenue, not salary or profit. Individual results vary, and this figure is not a projection or guarantee of what any other franchisee will achieve.

Claire's story

"You only live once"

Claire had wanted to leave employment for some time.

Rather than spending years wondering "what if?", she decided it was time to invest in herself and create a future she could control.

She explored different franchise opportunities but found that We Love Pets stood out because it offered the right balance of independence and support.

She could build her own business, make her own decisions, and still have the backing of an experienced franchise network.

Why she chose franchising instead of going it alone

Starting a business from scratch can feel overwhelming.

Claire knew it would take far longer to build a customer base and learn everything herself.

Instead, she chose a proven franchise model that already had successful systems, marketing, training and ongoing support in place.

From accounting and marketing to recruitment and business advice, she knew she wouldn't be facing the journey alone.

Building a business around family life

As a mum of two, flexibility was one of Claire's biggest priorities.

Running her own business meant she could choose her working hours, grow at a pace that suited her family, and be present as her children grew up.

A successful business that fits around life, rather than life revolving around work.

A healthier lifestyle too

Like many office workers, Claire found that sitting at a desk all day had started to affect both her fitness and wellbeing.

Moving into pet care completely changed that.

Instead of spending her days indoors, she now works outside, enjoys regular exercise, and spends her time with dogs and other animals - something she genuinely loves.

Growing together

Since launching, Claire's business has continued to grow.

Today Claire runs the business with her husband Matt. Together they own two territories, Solihull and Shirley, and with the support of a dedicated local team they provide trusted pet care services across the area.

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Ready to build a future on your terms?

Claire's story shows you don't need previous experience in pet care to build a successful business. If you're looking for more freedom, flexibility and purpose, book a relaxed chat below.