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In this heartfelt and often hilarious episode, Josh and Sam reflect on how their pet care businesses began—not with a grand vision, but from simple needs, passion, and a little bit of chaos.

Key Highlights:

• How it all started:
  Sam launched her cat-sitting business after needing care for her own five cats. Josh found his path to dog training through a chance opportunity and an early mentor who told him, “You were meant to do this.”
• Side hustles to full-time:
  Both began their businesses as side gigs, juggling jobs, school, and long commutes. Growth was slow but steady—and filled with sacrifices (think $5 training sessions and Christmases spent working).
• The role of passion:
  Entrepreneurship, they agree, requires a touch of madness. They recall long hours, burnout, fast food, and doubt—but also the drive to build something meaningful, not just profitable.
• When it got real:
  Josh credits early clients like Sidney and Kevin for boosting his confidence and allowing him to go full-time. Sam grew her team gradually before finally quitting her office job six years later.
• What keeps them going:
  They talk honestly about money, burnout, imposter syndrome, and being misunderstood by non-entrepreneurs—but ultimately, they’re driven by impact, connection, and the belief that this work changes lives.
• About PetPreneur University (PETU):
  The episode closes with an update on their new project: a training program for pet industry pros that blends real-world experience with mentorship.

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