Today we’d like to introduce you to Miranda Jenkins
Hi Miranda, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
From a young age, I knew I was destined to be my own boss. My previous jobs always involved taking care of people, but I found my true calling in caring for pets. At a turning point in my career, worn out from the demands of healthcare and the service industry, I sought a change. And then it hit me: dogs!
Whenever I visited friends, their dogs would instantly warm up to me. I’d often hear, “She usually doesn’t like strangers, but she loves you!” It was a skill I never knew I had but one that proved invaluable.
They say to find something you’re passionate about and turn it into your career. I did just that. What started as a side hustle blossomed into a full-time job, supporting me and my family.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Having spent eight years in the service industry, I was accustomed to the erratic income it provided. Some weekends, I’d make my entire rent in just two days; other weeks, I’d be dipping into my savings. I craved stability, so I transitioned to healthcare. But within a year, COVID-19 hit, turning everything upside down.
It all began innocuously enough: checking on a cat while someone was out of town or walking a dog while its owner was at work. Before long, I realized I was earning more caring for animals than at the doctor’s office. Plus, dogs were far more pleasant company than humans.
Taking a leap of faith Memorial Day Weekend 2023, I decided to make pet care my sole profession. I started by posting fliers and stickers around nearby neighborhoods. Now, I have an ad in Coffee News and have even been featured on CBS Local News!
Today, my business is insured and bonded, staffed with multiple sitters, and boasts over 10 years of experience with all types of pets and breeds. The journey has been challenging, but I haven’t looked back since.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Pebbles Pet Services?
Pebbles Pet Services is known for taking care of your pets like they are own family. We specialize in drop- in visits, daily dog walks, overnight stays, and cat care!
If I was to go out of town and leaving my special, furry one with someone, I would want daily updates and pictures, along with that certain someone being available anytime I had a question or concern. We provide this to each and every one of our clients! We exist to help ease your anxiety and stress of leaving your pets at home, so you may enjoy your vacation.
We are available for last minute dog walks and feedings, if you are stuck at work late or your plane is delayed. We are available most major holidays and accept bookings up to a year in advance.
With over 100 five star reviews from our clients we must be doing something right right?
What’s next?
Exciting things are on the horizon for Pebbles Pet Services! We are thrilled to announce our plans to expand our team with more sitters in the coming years, and to launch our brand-new service, Pet Taxi, in Fall 2024!
Imagine this: Your dog or cat has a vet appointment, but you can’t miss work. Or perhaps your dog loves car rides and trips to the dog park, but you have errands to run. Maybe your pup goes to doggy daycare, but it’s out of your way in the morning. That’s where we come in.
Starting in September 2024, Pebbles Pet Services will offer Pet Taxi! We’ll drive your pets to all their destinations, ensuring they get the care and fun they deserve without disrupting your schedule.
Call us at Pebbles Pet Services to learn more about how our Pet Taxi service can make your life easier and your pets happier. Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to launch this exciting new offering!
Pricing:
- $22 cat care
- $25 drop in visit w/ feeding and walk
- $70 overnight stays
- $20 pet taxi under 10 miles
- $20 dog walk
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Pebblespetservices.com
- Instagram: Pebbles_Pet_Services
