Jennifer Schwingle is the owner of Auntie Jennie’s Barkery which is a popular destination store in Greendale for dogs and their owners. Auntie Jennie’s Barkery offers dog treats, made fresh daily by Jennifer, along with a variety of other popular dog accessories, toys and more. If you want to meet a cute furry friend and support a good cause, stop by the Barkery on the last Saturday of each month. The Barkery supports a different rescue organization each month and invites them to bring in pets looking for a new loving home.
Jenny’s love for dogs and baking along with her generosity in giving back to the community is a true recipe for success! Thank you, Jenny, for bringing your talents, your hard work, and your kindness to the Village of Greendale. We appreciate you!
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My name is Jenny Schwingle and I am the owner of Auntie Jennie’s Barkery. I am a graduate of Mukwonago High School and am married to Todd Schwingle. Todd and I actually met in 2nd grade but never had a conversation until we had graduated from high school. We were married in October of 2004. We have 2 amazing children, Brady who is 16 and Carter who is 14. Both boys are very active in sports which keeps us always on the move. We also have 2 dogs, Bentley (10) and Loki (4).
Q: Please tell us about your current career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am the owner and baker of the dog treats at Auntie Jennie’s Barkery. I started this business in 2013 after making the treats for my brother’s dogs as Christmas presents. At first, I sold my treats at craft fairs and on Facebook. Then, in August of 2013, we moved from Mukwonago to Franklin. I talked to my husband about trying to sell my treats to businesses and making this into a bigger business. And that is what I did. I had to move the business out of the house in 2019 because it had grown so much and a spot opened up in Downtown Greendale. I opened in May of 2019 and have over 10 stores that carry my treats. I love that I get to bake, which I love to do and I get to be surrounded with awesome dogs all day!!
Q: Please tell us about any volunteering that you have done or currently do.
Every month, I host a small rescue on the last Saturday. I collect physical and monetary donations all month long and then the rescue brings in their adoptables for the community to meet. Also, once a year, The Eric Look Band and I host a fundraiser for local K9 units.
Q: Please tell us about any interesting or unique hobbies that you have?
Just spending time with my family as our life is so crazy, we rarely get down time.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in Greendale? What do you love there?
My family and I love to frequent Ricardo’s and Panther Pub. Love the small town atmosphere
Q: How long have you lived or worked in Greendale?
I have been a member of the Greendale business community for 3 years now.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I have always wanted to visit Paris. I am in love with the city of love! 🙂
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
I am a Housewives fan.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
No dream is too big if you believe in it!!
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Paris
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Anything country
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why?
Bethenney Frankel. I think she is so interesting and would love to pick her brain.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about Greendale?
Love all the events that the city puts on
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Probably still working at the Barkery
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
South Carolina – Hilton Head
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
I love Thanksgiving. It is a time for family and that is so important to me
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My husband and children
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
I love the smell of burning leaves
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Family, love and community
