Meet Sarah

"Handing in my notice felt like a weight had been lifted."

After spending 20 years as a teacher, Sarah reached a point where the stress was affecting both her health and family life.

Like many people working in education, she loved helping others but no longer enjoyed the career she'd dedicated decades to. She knew something had to change.

Having always loved animals, Sarah began looking at pet care businesses in her local area. When she discovered We Love Pets, she realised it offered everything she had been searching for – the opportunity to build her own business with the support of an experienced team behind her.

Today, Sarah runs the successful We Love Pets Blackwood franchise, generating around £6,400 per month, while enjoying a healthier lifestyle and far greater work-life balance.

Why Sarah chose franchising

Although Sarah had always dreamed of working with animals, she had no previous business experience.

Rather than starting alone, she wanted the reassurance of proven systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support.

She says the biggest difference was knowing she wasn't expected to figure everything out herself. From launch through to growing the business, the We Love Pets team and fellow franchisees were there to help every step of the way.

Building a business around the life she wanted

Today Sarah enjoys working outdoors, meeting pets and their owners every day, and running a business that gives her both financial stability and personal fulfilment.

Instead of dealing with the pressures of the classroom, she's built a business that fits around the lifestyle she wanted for herself and her family.

Her story shows that you don't need previous pet care or business experience to succeed. If you're passionate about animals, willing to learn and looking for a fresh start, franchising can provide the structure and support to help you build a rewarding future.