Pet care is personal. When people trust a brand with their dog’s grooming, wellness, and comfort, they are trusting that business with a beloved member of the family.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we welcome Michelle Sandonato, Co-Founder and President of Bowie Barker Bath + Groomerie, a modern dog grooming brand offering full-service grooming, self-serve wash stations, wellness checks, membership-based care, and a convenient booking experience. Bowie Barker was founded in Los Angeles and is expanding through franchising with a mission to elevate the traditional dog grooming experience.
In Paws & Purpose, we explore:
• Why trust and empathy matter in the pet care industry
• How Bowie Barker is modernizing dog grooming and wellness
• Why pet businesses can become powerful local community hubs
• How franchising can help bring high-quality pet care to more neighborhoods
• What it takes to scale a service brand without losing personal connection
• Why community-centered experiences are the future of pet care
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. PST
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach and Tullio Siragusa
🎧 Produced by Martha Huerta
The future of pet care is not only about services. It is about creating trusted, joyful spaces where pets, people, and communities feel cared for.
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