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about us

We know you're busy.

We want to help.

It's hard to leave your furry friend behind when you have to work. The Wag Factor provides peace of mind for busy people. 

Meet Sarah

Founder of The Wag Factor
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The Wag Factor was started in 2015 by Sarah Rosenthal. After struggling to find passion and fulfillment at her office job, she decided to create a business that would bring joy to humans and animals alike. Thus, The Wag Factor was born! Having an extreme passion for animals, she knew the business would thrive off helping others take care of their beloved pets. The Wag Factor loves helping the Mount Pleasant community and surrounding areas with dog walks for working folks. ​

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        Since 2015, The Wag Factor has given peace of mind to local pet parents so they don't have to feel stressed about the wellbeing of their furry friend. The Wag Factor specializes in daily dog walks. Our goal is to help the busy, working class community take care of their pups. Dogs thrive on exercise and attention. Some benefits of daily dog walking include good weight management, combating boredom, socialization for your dog, and less stress which means less messes. We can't wait to learn more about your dog and how we can help!

Meet the Team

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Liz H.

Admin Assistant

Team member since 2023

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Liz lived in Charleston for 12 years, but now lives in the upstate (Greenville) with her husband, two daughters, and their dachshund, Dot! In her spare time, Liz loves to be outside with her family, exploring hiking trails,  parks and local coffee shops. Liz is excited to be with The Wag Factor!

Alex A.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Alex has lived in Charleston since 2006 and is a CofC graduate. She has two children and two fur children, a long haired dachshund named Gus and a rescue dog named Maggie. She is an avid dog lover and involved in the local rescue community. She is a former Kindergarten teacher and has spent the last 7 years in the technology space. In her free time, Alex enjoys the beach, family time, and playing tennis. 

Anjie C.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2025

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Anjie lives in Mount Pleasant with her husband and son.  She moved to the area in 1992 when she married a local boy.  She has a lab named Harper and a cat named Tilly.  She also has two daughters and enjoys taking care of their pets- Stetson, Harley and Esther, the three legged cat. She is now retired after teaching over thirty years in the Charleston County School System.  She enjoys tennis, reading and traveling. She is very excited to meet your dog and be a part of The Wag Factor Team!

Cassie T.

Lead Dog Walker

Team member since 2019

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Cassie lives in Mount Pleasant with her husband and their two young sons. After living in Long Island most of her life, she was excited to move to one of the most beautiful places in the country! Cassie is a lover of both dogs and cats and has grown up with both. She loves meeting and taking care of The Wag Factor Family!

Cindy M.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Cindy has called Mount Pleasant home since 2009, where she lives with her husband, and her beloved Shorkie, Yogi. A lifelong animal lover, Cindy understands that pets are family and treats every dog with the same love and attention she gives her own. In addition to working part-time as a meeting recruitment manager for a continuing medical education company, she enjoys playing tennis and traveling with her family. Cindy can’t wait to meet your furry family members and provide them with safe, loving, and dependable care.

Josie R.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Josie has lived her entire life in Charleston and will be a junior at Wando High School. She lives with her 3 best friends, her cats, Nim, Oz, and Pip! Josie loves to spend time with all types of animals and enjoys to be outside. She is so excited to be apart of the Wag Factor team and can’t wait to meet your furry friend! 

Judy W.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Judy has called Mount Pleasant home since 2015. After fulfilling a career as a nurse, Judy now dedicates her time to caring for dogs-something she truly loves! Judy is the proud owner of two beautiful Havanese who keep her active and smiling every day. In their free time, they enjoy participating in dog agility, which has deepened Judy's understanding of canine behavior, exercise needs, and positive reinforcement. Judy adores dogs of all sizes and personalities, and looks forward to meeting you and your furry family!

Kara S.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Kara moved to the Charleston area from Upstate New York in 2014.  Kara lives in Mount Pleasant with her husband, two daughters and two Weimaraners (Walter and Chloe). She enjoys playing pickleball, traveling and spending time with her family.  Kara has always been an animal lover and is excited to be part of the Wag Factor!

Katelyn S.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Katelyn has lived in Mt Pleasant for 16 years, and is a junior at Lucy Beckham High School. At home, she has a six year old dog named Lucy. In her free time, Katelyn loves spending time with her friends and family, going to concerts, and spending time at the beach. She is so excited to be apart of the Wag Factor team!

Kori C.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2021

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Kori has called the Low Country home since 2015 when she moved here with her husband and 2 sons.  Kori has a background in teaching preschool and elementary school. In her spare time, she loves taking trips to the beach and making homemade candles. Kori is an avid animal lover with 2 rescue dogs of her own.

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Krista C.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Krista recently moved to Mount Pleasant with her husband and two daughters. She is a retired nurse who enjoys staying active and giving back to the community. In Krista's free time, you can find her exercising, reading, or volunteering at the Charleston Animal Society. At home, life is full with her two dogs and two cats. Krista's favorite moments are spent making memories with her two grandchildren.

Kristina J.

Dog Walker 

Team member since 2023

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Kristina has lived in the Charleston area since 2006. She loves exploring new areas with her husband, two daughters, and golden retriever. She enjoys walking trails and reaching her step goals each day. The beach and many surrounding parks in Charleston are some of the reasons she loves the Lowcountry. She can’t wait to meet all your sweet pups!

Maddie B.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Maddie has been a local since her family moved to Charleston from northern Virginia in 2013. After high school, she went on to the University of Georgia to study journalism and decided to move abroad to Spain for three years after graduating to teach English and travel. Growing up, the family always had 3-4 animals, mostly cats and a dog. One of her favorite jobs while living in the area and while back home from Spain was taking care of pets. Since moving back, she decided to pursue this source of joy even further and join the team at The Wag Factor! In her free time when she’s not around animals or traveling, she enjoys staying active, trying new food and reading.

Paige L.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Paige moved to Mount Pleasant in 2023 from the Pacific Northwest and has loved calling it home ever since. She enjoys taking advantage of the area's year-round outdoor lifestyle and spends her free time exploring the Lowcountry, running, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She and her husband have three children and a rescue dog named Nova. She is excited to meet and care for the pets of The Wag Factor community!

Sonia L.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2026

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Sonia has lived in Charleston since 2011 with her husband and two sons. She enjoys spending time outdoors and leading an active lifestyle. A lifelong animal lover, she believes every pet has its own unique personality and deserves to be treated with kindness, patience, and care. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and gardening. She looks forward to meeting your furry family member and giving them the love and attention they deserve!

Tess E.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2025

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Tess has lived in Charleston for 12 years and is a Junior at Academic Magnet High School. She lives with her two dogs, Sailor and Xabi, and her cat, Snickers. In her free time she enjoys reading, cheerleading, theatre, and playing with her dogs. She is so excited to be a part of The Wag Factor team.

Tracy H.

Dog Walker

Team member since 2024

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Tracy was born and raised in Waynesville, a small town in Western North Carolina. Her and her husband moved to the Low Country in 2002 to pursue for salt water fishing and love of the salty air. Tracy recently retired from the veterinary field where she was a practice manager since 2004. Tracy and her husband both love attending their church and hanging out with a 4 legged best friends and grandchildren. Tracy loves being outside and having the privilege of walking the best 4 legged pets is just a bonus.

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Certifications & Memberships

National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Member
Insured by Businesses of the Carolinas
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CPR certified by 
Pro Pet Hero
Background checked by Acutraq
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Certifcations

Service Area

We serve the following areas:

Mount Pleasant

Daniel Island

Isle of Plams

Sullivan's Island

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