Women PetPreneurs

Join Mary Oquendo, Denise Heroux, and Sacheen Mobley for this scary episode of Book Club For Pet Groomers. The conversation focused on horror books chosen for a Halloween episode, from a free Audible collection of 20 short stories, The Haunted Hotel , to the psychological thriller novella Sour Candy and Edgar Allan Poe’s The Tell-Tale Heart. One concept discussed was the power of narration, especi...

Dean Koontz fans make a strong case for starting with his earlier work, where suspense, literary references, supernatural questions, and animals with real purpose collide. The discussion starts with Sacheen Mobley revisits Fear Nothing and Seize the Night, following Christopher Snow through Moonlight Bay, where missing children, corrupt officials, sentient animals, and a possible government experi...

In this episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club, Mary Oquendo talks with Dr. Sacheen Mobley about the everyday anxiety that can hide behind high achievement, entrepreneurship, and simply “working through” difficult moments. Dr. Mobley reads the introduction and first chapter of The Anxiety Solution, exploring anxiety triggers, physical and behavioral symptoms, harsh self-criticism, avoidan...

In this episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club, Mary Oquendo, Denise Heroux, and Sacheen Mobley, review Ben Azadi’s Metabolic Freedom, a book recommended after Michelle Knowles reportedly lost 40 pounds and experienced significant health improvements. The discussion centers on intermittent fasting, keto, individual body chemistry, and the limits of one-size-fits-all diet advice. Mary Oque...

This week, Denise Heroux chose Cal Newport’s So Good They Can’t Ignore You to the discussion. She shares how the book’s focus on building skills, learning through small steps, and turning overwhelming tasks into new abilities reflects her own path in animal-focused work. The conversation takes a sharper turn as the book’s central argument gets challenged by Mary Oquendo and Sacheen Mobley. The dis...

In this episode, Mary talks with Amanda McGrath, author of The Groomer’s Monthly Master Plan, an undated planner built specifically for grooming businesses. Amanda McGrath explains how the book brings monthly planning, social media, finances, inventory, time blocking, employee development, and equipment maintenance into one place. The conversation also covers the value of writing business details...

Welcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club! In today's lively and laughter-filled discussion, the group dives into Douglas Adams's iconic classic, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. The conversation focused on the book's quirky origin as a radio show, its evolution through different media; including a notoriously tricky video game and a campy movie adaptation, and why it...

Welcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club! In this episode, Mary, Sacheen, and Denise dive into the world of cookbooks, celebrating their underrated status and sharing personal favorites and creative approaches to cooking. Whether you’re a seasoned chef, a kitchen newbie, or someone who usually relies on DoorDash, there’s something in this conversation for everyone. The ho...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club! In this live book reading, we’re joined by Cassandra Smith; known to many as The Unlimited Groomer, to explore her transformative new release, Blossom: An Anti-Compassion Fatigue Journal for Pet Professionals. Cassandra opens up about her personal journey from coaching and burnout to thriving as a pet groomer and thought...

Welcome to the first  episode of Book Club For Pet Groomers Live Reading! In this debut live book reading, Mary Oquendo sits down with Denise Heroux, an industry speaker and business owner, to launch her brand-new book, "Build it Right: The Professional Pet Grooming Business." Denise Heroux shares the journey behind creating this actionable workbook, designed not just for aspiring pet grooming bus...

Welcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club! Join Mary Oquendo, Denise Heroux, and Sacheen Mobley as they dive into some of their favorite business books and discuss the lessons they've gained as entrepreneurs. In this episode, Mary Oquendo introduces Denise’s book, "Build It Right," which breaks down fundamental aspects of running a pet industry business, from mindset and c...

Welcome to another lively installment of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club Presents Book Club! This week, co-hosts Sacheen Mobley, Mary Oquendo, and Denise Heroux dive deep into the world of Jim Butcher’s Dresden Files series—a long-running favorite for both mystery and paranormal fans. Join us as Denise, new to this urban fantasy classic, shares her first impressions of Storm Front, while seas...

Welcome back to the Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club In this week's special book club episode, we're diving into the "Surrounded by" series by Thomas Erikson. Each of us picked a different book from the lineup— Surrounded by Narcissists, Surrounded by Energy Vampires, and Surrounded by Psychopaths—to unpack what we learned and how it relates to both our professional and personal lives. We'll e...

Welcome to Women Petprenuers Presents Book Club! In this special book club episode, join hosts Mary Oquendo, Denise Heroux, and Sacheen Mobley for a lively discussion on the most useful books they've read, both for personal growth and navigating uncertain times. From Mary’s deep dive into beekeeping resources as she considers starting her own hive, to heartfelt recommendations for financial stabil...

Welcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club. Today, we’re diving into our latest book club pick, "The House of My Mother. By Shari Franke." Join us as Denise Heroux , Mary Oquendo, and Sacheen Mobley unpack this deeply disturbing memoir told from the perspective of the eldest daughter of the infamous Franke family. The discussion explores the complex dynamics of family, fait...

Welcome to another episode of "Women Petpreneurs Presents Book Club"! In this episode, hosts Mary Oquendo, Sacheen Mobley, and Denise Heroux dive into Barbara Kingsolver's Animal, Vegetable, Miracle. The conversation takes you from the Midwest to Appalachia, as the group explores what it means to eat local, understand where food comes from, and face the environmental impacts of our food choices. E...

Episode 266: Exploring Let Them TheoryWelcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs! Presents Book Club. This week, our book club—hosted by Mary Oquendo, Denise Heroux, and Sacheen Mobley, dives into the much-talked-about self-help book, "Let Them Theory." Listen in as the group shares their unique journeys with the book: from spontaneous airport book buys to deep personal connections with the v...

Welcome to the Women Petpreneurs presents Book Club!  Join Mary Oquendo and Sacheen Mobley as they dive into their free-choice book club selections for the week. Mary reviews The Grooming Witch of the Iron Ledge by Angie Coates—a cozy mystery adjacent novel starring a dog groomer witch who can talk to ghosts and solves a murder in her Massachusetts grooming shop, drawing on real-life grooming and...

Welcome back to Women Petprenuers presents Book Club! In this episode, hosts Mary Oquendo, Sacheen Mobley, and  Denise Heroux for a lively book club discussion. This week, the trio dives into Marie Forleo’s bestseller, Everything Is Figureoutable. Listen in as Denise Heroux shares why she chose this book during a difficult period in her life, and why its empowering message resonated with her. Mary...

Welcome back to Women Petprenuers presents Book Club! In this special book club episode, hosts Mary Oquendo,  Sacheen Mobley, and  Denise Heroux for a lively, pre-recorded conversation about books that have truly resonated with them and are well worth a second (or third!) read. Each participant brings their own unique favorite to the table: from stories of hospitality in the restaurant world, to e...

 Welcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs Podcast’s Book Club! In this special book club edition, hosts Mary Oquendo, Sacheen Mobley, and Denise Herouxre  for an honest, insightful chat on self-help reads that have made a real impact on their lives. While the world gears up for Super Bowl Sunday, the conversation here is all about managing anxiety, understanding emotions, and finding practi...

Welcome to another gripping episode of Women Petpreneurs! In this special book club edition, Mary Oquendo, Sacheen Mobley, and  Denise Heroux dive deep into stories of survival, darkness, and the mysteries surrounding some of history’s most notorious criminals. This time, our hosts take on true crime with a twist—choosing books that focus on infamous serial killers, with each selection offering a...

Welcome to Women Petpreneurs! In this book club episode, hosts Mary Oquendo, Denise Heroux, and Sacheen dive into "Disrupt Everything" by James Patterson and Patrick Ledden. Together, they explore the book’s central idea of challenging the status quo and making meaningful changes—whether in business, career, or personal life. The hosts share their impressions, discuss how the book’s simple structu...

Welcome to another episode of Women Petpreneurs! In today’s book club edition, join hosts Mary Oquendo, SacheenMobley, and Denise Heroux for a lively year-end roundtable on their favorite humorous books. Rather than tackling something heavy, the trio shares uplifting reads that sparked laughter and brought a smile to their faces. Mary Oquendo kicks things off with a recap of “Fever Beach” by Carl...

Welcome to the Women Petprenuers Podcast Book Club episode, your hosts Mary Oquendo and Denise Heroux dive into the classic dystopian novel "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley. Together, they reflect on what it’s like to read this nearly 100-year-old book as adults, comparing their current insights with memories of high school English class. The discussion touches on the book's heavy themes, its po...