From music to pet care: why Steph & Lydia chose franchising

Meet Steph & Lydia – We Love Pets High Wycombe

Steph and Lydia, the owners of We Love Pets High Wycombe, were both ready for a change - not just in career, but in lifestyle too.

Steph had spent years working full-time as a musician in a fast-paced, creative industry. While she loved the creative side of her work, the unpredictable nature of the industry and constant pressure eventually made her question whether it was sustainable long term.

She wanted something different - a career that still gave her independence and freedom, but with more balance, purpose, and control over her future.

Lydia also brought valuable business experience, having run her own business previously. Together, they knew they wanted to build something of their own again, but this time in an industry they felt genuinely passionate about.

Why franchising felt like the right fit

Starting a business from scratch can feel overwhelming, even for people with strong professional experience.

For Steph and Lydia, franchising offered the perfect middle ground: the freedom of running their own business, combined with the support, systems, and proven model needed to reduce risk.

They were drawn to We Love Pets because of the brand’s strong reputation, ethical approach to pet care, and the opportunity to build a business around something they both loved - animals.

They didn’t need to reinvent the wheel. Instead, they could focus their energy on growing a successful local business with expert support behind them.

Building a business around lifestyle

One of the biggest motivations for Steph and Lydia was creating a better work-life balance.

Like many of our franchisees, they weren’t simply chasing income - they wanted more freedom, more flexibility, and more enjoyment in their day-to-day life.

Owning a We Love Pets franchise gave them the opportunity to step away from the pressures of traditional employment and build a business on their own terms.

Today, they run a thriving pet care business in High Wycombe, helping local pet owners while spending their days doing meaningful work they genuinely enjoy.

Steph & Lydia’s story shows…

You don’t need previous pet industry experience to build a successful pet care business.

Whether you come from music, corporate life, education, healthcare, or another completely different industry, the right franchise can help you turn your existing skills into a successful business.

Steph used her creativity, communication skills, and self-promotion experience. Lydia brought business knowledge and operational thinking.

Combined with the We Love Pets support system, that became the foundation for a business they love running.