How Her Loved of Dogs Turned Into a Successful Pet Care Business

If the term "co-sleeping" and "gourmet meals" instantly make you think of your canine pup, you are going to love today's episode, because I am introducing you to Laurie Yost, founder of Playful Pups Retreat. She took her lifelong love of dogs and built a business that has been giving pet parents peace of mind for over 15 years. This is the story of a true dog mom turned CEO who had a vision for a different kind of pet care. Laurie shares:  ✨ The 5-year plan she created before she even found a location ✨ Scaling to two locations with lodging, daycare, training, and grooming  ✨ Personalized care and enrichment activities that make Playful Pups different  ✨ The fear-free certification changing the industry from the inside out  ✨ Surviving COVID as a brick and mortar business  ✨ Balancing the roles of business owner, dog mom, and nonprofit founder  ✨ Lessons on patience, self-care, and building a team that loves dogs like you do Whether you are a pet parent, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply someone who believes our dogs deserve the very best, this conversation will resonate with you in such a beautiful way. There were a few moments in this conversation that really stayed with me, and I have a feeling you'll feel them too. Playful Pups Retreat isn't just a business. It's a love story and it's one I can't wait for you to hear. If Laurie's story resonates with you, imagine surrounding yourself with women who are doing the same… building something meaningful, following their calling, and expanding into what's next. The Brilliant Event | September 28–30 Step back into your power. Reconnect to your purpose. Ignite what is next. This is your invitation: 🔗 https://brilliantwomennetwork.com/brilliant-event/ 🔗 Subscribe to our Brilliant Edit: https://order.inspiredliving.tv/newsletter Keri's Fave 1. The Big Leap — Gay Hendricks  Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4sQUukA 2. This is Marketing — Seth Godin Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4tpKP4i 3. The Alchemist— Paulo Coelho Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4sLovSH About Laurie Yost Laurie Yost is the founder and owner of Playful Pups Retreat, a premium pet care facility offering personalized lodging, enrichment-focused daycare, and training programs for dogs. A lifelong dog lover and Certified Professional Animal Care Operator (CPACO), Laurie built Playful Pups Retreat from the ground up, turning a childhood passion into a thriving business that has been serving pet parents across Pennsylvania for over 15 years. If you are ready to give your pup a 5-star experience, check out: https://playfulpupsretreat.com About The Keri Murphy Show The Keri Murphy Show is where women's purpose meets presence. Hosted by Keri Murphy, founder of Inspired Living and the Brilliant Women Network - this show brings bold conversations, business strategy, reinvention stories, and high-level visibility insights to women building wealth, influence, and legacy. This is not surface-level inspiration. It's real talk about: • Scaling online businesses • Reinventing after success • Leadership that builds authority • Visibility that drives revenue • Faith, family, and fulfillment If you're ready to build a brilliant life and business, you're in the right place. New episodes every week.