Jeannie Franco, Founder and Owner
Jeannie is the founder and owner of Milo Country Pet Care. Her dog, Milo, was a Cavachon and beloved family pet. He had many friends that he made over the years, and he is missed dearly. Jeannie started her business 10 years ago in Charleston, South Carolina after leaving the corporate world to pursue a career and lifelong dream to work with pets. The name Milo Country is a play on words, as South Carolina is historically and lovingly nicknamed “the Low Country”. She currently lives in Summerville, SC with her husband of 39 years and two dogs–Zoey & Kodi. She enjoys hiking, playing tennis, and spending time with their two daughters and granddaughter in Colorado. She loves South Carolina and all of its unique culture. Originally from Tampa, Florida, she enjoys soaking up the beautiful sunshine of the beaches. Jeannie offers full pet grooming, boarding, and walking in her Summerville home. She loves visiting with all sorts of other animal friends, such as cats, chickens, and fish.
Ylva, Sitter
Ylva moved from Sweden to the US in 1982. In 2014, she moved from New Jersey to South Carolina. She met the owner and founder of Milo Country, Jeannie Franco, when Jeannie took care of Ylva’s 3 dogs. She remained a customer of Milo Country, and joined the team in 2019. She has a lifelong experience with animals and refers to being a Milo Country team member as “her best job ever”. She is comfortable giving medication and taking care of special needs animals, as well as the “wild and crazy” dogs, and shy and timid pets. She loves them all, but is especially drawn to big dogs. She also loves a challenge! Outside of working with pets, Ylva enjoys thrifting and repurposing antiques. She also grows gourds and makes them into lampshades!
Paige, Sitter
Paige was born in Atlanta, Georgia where she lived until 2004 when she and her family moved to Charlotte, North Carolina. Her family recently relocated to Mount Pleasant in 2021. As an avid University of Georgia fan, Paige loves her DAWGS and her dogs! While she has raised several Golden Retriever and Cavachon pups, she has also had Ragdoll and Persian kitties. In her downtime, Paige enjoys Pilates, playing Mahjong, and beach walks.
Daphne, Sitter
Daphne has lived in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina for more than 12 years. She loves to travel, and is an outdoor enthusiast. She has 2 kids who are both in college, and a cat named Reese. Daphne says being a pet sitter is one of her favorite jobs she’s ever had. She joined the Milo Country team in 2022 . Daphne is our feline specialist and loves learning all their unique personalities.
