This heartwarming episode of the Mazel Pups podcast features Sammy Leighton, a passionate Jewish entrepreneur from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Sammy shares her journey from dreaming of having a dog as a child to running her successful dog-walking and pet-sitting business, The Dog Walker FL. Listen in as she introduces her beloved rescue dog, Zuli, and talks about her warm feelings for Judaism, especially the sense of community and family-centric holidays like Hanukkah.

We then explore Sammy's path to entrepreneurship, tracing her early aspirations and the professional experiences that led her back to her true passion. From her childhood lemonade stands and dog walking ventures growing up in the New York suburbs...to her college years as a hospitality major...to her career in sales, Sammy's story is one that many people will be able to relate to. Discover how a desk job that wasn't very satisfying and multiple dog walking requests inspired her to embrace the outdoor life she loves, eventually leading her to establish The Dog Walker FL.

Finally, Sammy opens up about the challenges and growth of her business and she shares her strategies for balancing work and personal life. Learn about her initial marketing efforts, the importance of building a solid client base, and her future goals, including potential expansion and franchising. Sammy offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the benefits of starting your business as a "side hustle" - until you can afford to leave your job.

This episode is a treasure trove of insights, inspiration, and love for both pets and community. Don't miss it!