EPISODE · Mar 7, 2026 · 9 MIN
How One Dog’s Story Sparked a Community Movement: The Making of Pup’tique
from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde
In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, Courtney Honda, president and founder of Pup’tique, shares how her dog Champ’s fight to survive a serious illness became the powerful origin story behind a unique dog retail brand in Temecula, California.What began as a deeply personal experience grew into something much bigger—a thriving community where dog lovers don’t just come for treats and products, but for connection, support, and a sense of belonging. Courtney reveals how passion, resilience, and love for animals helped shape Pup’tique into a place many consider a true “second home” for dogs and their humans.”In this episode, you’ll learn:🐾 The emotional story behind Champ and the creation of Pup’tique🐾 How a personal challenge turned into a community-driven business🐾 The importance of building connection in a retail brand🐾 Lessons for entrepreneurs about purpose, resilience, and passionIf you love dogs, inspiring founder stories, or community-driven businesses, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.🌐 Learn more about Pup’tique:https://puptqe.com/📱 Follow them on social media:@pup_tqDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more inspiring conversations from The Making of Me podcast.#DogCommunity #EntrepreneurStory #PetBusiness #DogLovers #Resilience #Puptique #MakingOfMe
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In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, Courtney Honda, president and founder of Pup’tique, shares how her dog Champ’s fight to survive a serious illness became the powerful origin story behind a unique dog retail brand in Temecula, California.What began as a deeply personal experience grew into something much bigger—a thriving community where dog lovers don’t just come for treats and products, but for connection, support, and a sense of belonging. Courtney reveals how passion, resilience, and love for animals helped shape Pup’tique into a place many consider a true “second home” for dogs and their humans.”In this episode, you’ll learn:🐾 The emotional story behind Champ and the creation of Pup’tique🐾 How a personal challenge turned into a community-driven business🐾 The importance of building connection in a retail brand🐾 Lessons for entrepreneurs about purpose, resilience, and passionIf you love dogs, inspiring founder stories, or community-driven businesses, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.🌐 Learn more about Pup’tique:https://puptqe.com/📱 Follow them on social media:@pup_tqDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share for more inspiring conversations from The Making of Me podcast.#DogCommunity #EntrepreneurStory #PetBusiness #DogLovers #Resilience #Puptique #MakingOfMe
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