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‘Enjoyed socialisation with other dogs the most and the opportunity for my dog to try different equipment. My dog has hugely improved from week 1 crying to listening and keen to please!’ ‘The cours...

4th May 2020

Comments – Puppy Course

‘Relaxed atmosphere – my dog’s tail never stopped wagging! Felt i could ask Kate anything. Highly recommend the course, did a course elsewhere which was no good. I looked forward to coming every we...

4th May 2020

Sam, Daisy & Lucy

Puppy Course. ‘ Highly Recommend to everyone, very friendly and make you feel 100% welcome, Kate is lovely, the puppies and dogs mix great together, lots of toys and treats everywhere, My Black Min...

4th May 2020

Elise & Mira

Puppy Course. ‘Mira my whippet is very shy and timid, she has come a long well in class though still nervous, Kate was very good with her and approached her slightly differently allowing her the sp...

4th May 2020

Laura & Lexi

121 Training Sessions. ‘Lexi is a 4 year old cockapoo. When she was a tiny puppy she had an encounter with a small boy which left her nervous of boys, she adores girls. It wasn’t too much of a prob...

4th May 2020

Vera & Cotton

Puppy Course – ‘ I met Kate during summer time with my first dog Nana to take the foundation course. And this year, I took my second dog Cotton to attend Kate’s course again. She is very friendly a...

4th May 2020

Emily & Stanley

Puppy Course – ‘We have just finished our Puppy Foundation course and it was excellent. Great for teaching the basics, brilliant socialisation sessions for dogs and owners alike – relaxed atmospher...

4th May 2020

Ashleigh & Darcie

Puppy Course. ‘ We use Kate’s services for both dog walks and also attending the training for our new Staffy puppy Darcie. Since completing the course we have noticed a great improvement in Darci...

4th May 2020

Hollie & Charlie

Puppy School. ‘Cannot recommend enough! We took our puppy Charlie to the foundation course and we both loved every minute of it, the classes are so informative and has really helped to build mine a...

4th May 2020

Claire & Teddy

Puppy School. ‘Fantastic experience- Kate is kind and relaxed. My puppy loved going and turned into a little man who listened and worked hard. The socialisation activity every week was worth its we...

4th May 2020

Kate & Eddie

Puppy Course. ‘ We have just finished a 12 week puppy training course with our black lab Eddie. Kate was excellent, developing our confidence handling our puppy and also building up Eddie’s confide...

4th May 2020

Julie, Dave & Cara

Perfect Puppy Course. ‘Kate is a very experienced trainer. Cara loved the perfect puppy classes. The sessions were fun with a good combination of work and play. All the dogs love ... Read More

4th May 2020

Vicky & Pedro

Perfect Puppy School. ‘We’ve just finished our puppy classes with Kate @ 4paws and are really pleased with the progress our pup has made. The lessons helped with socialisation, recall, puppy cont...

4th May 2020

Nicola, Jarvis & Jasper

121 training sessions for these two cocker spaniel puppies. Worked on night routine, toileting, crate training and some walking tips. ‘Kate has been so much help since we bought our cocker spaniel ...

4th May 2020

Josie – dog visits

Having recently used 4paws I can only say how wonderful it was not to worry about my 3 furbabies…it can sometimes mean you having that dream holiday or not. My dogs were happy and well…I could see ...

8th June 2019

Beth.Stuart – dog walking

We needed someone to come and look after our 6 month year old golden retriever Dexter. Kate fitted us in with such short notice and helped us out all week. Dexter seems to have loved it! She’s wa...

8th June 2019

Judy – cats visits

I was really pleased with the pet minding service from Kate. She came to meet my pet family before I went away and put my mind at ease as soon as I met her! She genuinely loves animals and when I w...

8th June 2019

New Dog Walking Clients

Great offer for new clients joining 4Paws in November/December. Discounts available for 4 or more walks per ... Read More

6th November 2018

Anna & Elwood the house bunny – 2015 holiday home visits

Just wanted to say thank you so much for looking after Elwood so well while we were away. He was well looked after by 4paws’ Kate. We knew he was in safe hands and would be well cared for & Kate de...

21st May 2018

Craig & Alfie (Sharpei holiday walks) 2015 onwards

Just a big thank you for looking after Alfie and taking him on all the brill walks, we can tell he has really enjoyed you taking him. I would have no problems in recommending Kate to any one who re...

21st May 2018

Annette & cats (holiday visits 2016 onwards)

I have used Kate’s home visiting service several times now whilst holidaying and have complete confidence in leaving my three rescue cats in her competent hands (Freddie, Lily and Flash). I would r...

21st May 2018

Lynn & Scooby/Scrappy (staffy/great dane – hols walks 2017)

I have been meaning to post this for a while. Thank you so much for walking Scooby and Scrappy while we were on holiday Kate. I loved how you posted pictures of them on Facebook. Seeing how much th...

21st May 2018

Louise & dogs (2017)

I have nothing but compliments for Kate and her team regarding the dog walking service. It is obvious that they really care for the dogs and my dogs took an instant like to them. It’s a lovely touc...

21st May 2018

Jennie/John & Shira (cat care 2017)

The 4paws cat care service provided by Kate was excellent – the perfect solution to us having to leave our young cat home alone for a few days. Kate sent me photos and messages to keep me updated s...

21st May 2018

Dog Walking Petminding

Janet & dogs (various)- 2017 onwards

I would like to say a big thank you to Kate and her team for walking and feeding our dogs while we went away , they fitted in the times I needed as daughter stayed but had to work long shifts .This...

21st May 2018

Simon & Simba (cockapoo – 1:1 sessions 2018)

Fantastic training with my dog he had a few training issues we needed to sort jumping up etc and kate was able to sort out these problems. Would highly recommend her to anyone who is having dog tra...

21st May 2018

Tracy & Bella (labrador) – Oct/Nov Foundation 2017

Amazing foundation course for my chocolate lab Bella (1yr old) who is very energetic. Wanted to socialize her with other dogs as she was getting a little hyper on her lead when meeting other dogs. ...

21st May 2018

Sam & Daisy/Lucy (min schnauzers) -Feb/March Foundation 2018

Highly Recommend to everyone, very friendly and make you feel 100% welcome, Kate and Louise are lovely, the puppies and dogs mix great together, lots of toys and treats everywhere, My Black Miniatu...

21st May 2018

Sarah & Frank (Border Terrier-Foundation Course 2017)

Kate, who runs the course is friendly and full of good advice and is happy to answer any questions you have, no matter how obvious the answer might seem! At the class, there is just the right amoun...

21st May 2018

Denise & Daphne (Irish Setter.Perfect Fit Harness)

After meeting Kate at the Middleport Mutts event, I contacted her to get my dog fitted for a Perfect Fit harness as Kate is a local supplier. The harnesses come in three different pieces of differi...

21st May 2018

Vera & Nana (Bijon Frise – Foundation Course 2017)

Kate and the team are really friendly and professional. They all like dogs and easy to talk to. Myself and my dog (aka Nana) had a great time attending the foundation course. She loves the way the ...

21st May 2018

Elise & Mira (Whippet – foundation course feb/march 2018)

Mira my whippet is very shy and timid, she has come a long well in class though still nervous, Kate was very good with her and approached her slightly differently allowing her the space she needs. ...

21st May 2018

Laura & Lexi (Cockapoo – 1:1 sessions)

Lexi is a 4 year old cockapoo. When she was a tiny puppy she had an encounter with a small boy which left her nervous of boys, she adores girls. It wasn’t too much of a problem because out on walks...

21st May 2018

Pat & cats – cat visits 2016

We happened upon the 4paws-petminding service when trying to arrange care for our cats at short notice. All I can say is, I’m so glad I did! Kate has provided a professional, reliable and trustwort...

27th April 2017

Mike & Max – dog walking long term

I’d initially anticipated only using them to look after my mothers dog for three weeks whilst away, but when we came back Kate appeared to have gelled really well with Max, so I decided to carry on...

27th April 2017

Kim & Harry – dog walking long term

Kate looks after my dog harry while we are at work. She has done this now since 2013. i never worry and know harry loves her visits. we work very long hours but kate is a great support. looking at ...

27th April 2017

Megan & Odif – dog walking long term

Kate is cheerful, reliable and friendly. Our puppy Odif, has bonded with Kate and loves his weekly walks. Kate has taken an interest in Odif’s training and her recommendations about his recall are ...

27th April 2017

Glennis & Robbie – holiday dog walks 2016

Very trustworthy and friendly. Robbie loved his time with kate. I would highly recommend 4paws ... Read More

27th April 2017

Keith – cat visits 2016

I thoroughly recommend this service. Kate is professional and reliable, has a love of animals and clearly enjoys her work. My extremely nervous cat was befriended and in great shape when I returned...

27th April 2017

Jean & Alfie – holiday dog walking

Kate did an excellent job taking my son craig’s dog alfie for walks every day while he was on holiday. She is great and alfie just loved her, she is very professional and keeps in regular contact. ...

27th April 2017

Ingrid & Fudge – dog walking 2016

Kate is very trustworthy , have been using 4Paws Petminding for a year now , and they have have been fabulous , I know our dog Fudge is in safe hands ... Read More

27th April 2017

Becky – cat visits 2015

Excellent service! Would recommend to anyone. My two cats were looked after so well while we were away. Very friendly people who go the extra mile for you and your pets…will definitely use them ......

27th April 2017

Steph – Poppy & Fred – dog walking 2016

We have been using Kates services now since September 2014, originally as a puppy let-out service and now as a walk for the puppy and our other dog. We find Kate to be reliable and trustworthy and ...

27th April 2017

Tracy – Dexter & Berty – dog walking 2016

Excellent service – thank you Kate, Amy and Colby. Would recommend you highly to anyone needing a first class dog walking service. Berty Bear and Dexter send their doggie love and thank you so much...

27th April 2017

Leigh & Archie – dog walking/visits long term

Fantastic company!!! Looks after our Archie while we are at work.. Archie would be sad, lonely and home alone without his dog walkers!!!! He loves going out to play with all his dog pals!! Have wal...

27th April 2017

Dog Walking Petminding

Claire – Braith & cats – dog walking and cat visits

We were recommended to use Kate by a friend. Best move we ever made. Not only can we leave the cats at home when we are away for a week, but if we are away for the weekend she also drops in to look...

27th April 2017

Sarah & Missy – cat visits 2015

Thank you ever so much for looking after Missy when I went on holiday. Don’t think she even knew I was away as didn’t even seem to be bothered I was back. Roxi I am sorry she scared you by staying ...

27th April 2017

Sharon & Max – dog walking long term

Fabulous service. Reliable and professional but you can tell they love dogs. Amy is our Max’s walker and he loves her! Also met Kate and she is lovely too. Max never even looks back over his should...

27th April 2017

Penny & Samson – cat visits

Very professional, trust worthy & caring team. Louise looked after our old cat Sampson for 4 days. We came home to find him relaxed & well. Louise kept us up to date with texts each day. Very ... R...

27th April 2017

Sam – Bromley & Bella – dog walking long term

I was a first time dog owner and never left my first puppy home alone, when I had my second puppy I had no option. So after contacting a few local dog walkers I meet with Kate and Amy. They put me ...

27th April 2017

Mabli & Pero – dog walking long term

Absolutely fantastic service. Pero is my first dog so I was a little nervous about sending him out with a dog walker but Amy and Kate have been fantastic- made sure to ease all of my worries and Pe...

27th April 2017

Gill & Elf – cat visits

First time we had left our cat Elf at home while we went on holidays. But he was brilliantly cared for by Kate and Lou. Will be using their services again for our next ... Read More

27th April 2017

Dean – Archie & Kenya – dog walking long term

Amy and Kate provide an outstanding service, Its not just the walking which is great for Archie but also the fact that he gets to interact with other dogs ( Or we say that he’s going out with his m...

27th April 2017

Yvonna – Poppy & Toby – dog walking 2016

Kate walked our two mental dogs, Poppy and Toby, from back in 2014 until we moved out of the area in March this year. She is absolutely great with them and they love her to bits (they always seem t...

27th April 2017

Karen – Milo & Bella – holiday dog walking 2016

Hi, just to say a massive thank you to Kate and Danielle for taking great care of my babies bella and milo whilst I took a 2 week holiday,it was great to see how they were doing with the pics and u...

27th April 2017

Clare & Molly – cat visits 2016

A huge thank you for looking after a very scared Molly cat while I was away over Christmas in NY. She seems more than happy and I’ll have no reservations about using you guys again :). Thanks and h...

27th April 2017

Caroline – dog visits 2017

I have been delighted with the service provided by Kate and her team at 4Paws. Before the dog sitting everything was organised professionally. It was a great comfort to know my doggies were being c...

27th April 2017

Jody & Arnie – Cat visits 2017

just wanted to let you know that you did a super job taking care of Arnie. I was very confident from the start as you took the time to introduce yourself not just to me but to him. Any worries I ha...

27th April 2017

Liz & Dexter – Training classes

Really helpful and fun dog training. Dexter is much better on the lead since we attended. He misses his Monday ... Read More

27th April 2017

Ruth & Margot – Training classes

Completed puppy training with our dog Margot. Learnt lots of new interesting and useful tips and tricks. Fantastic instruction from trainers and Kate. Would definitely ... Read More

27th April 2017

Jody & Chester – Training classes

4Paws Dog Training have helped us introduce our first puppy to the world. He’s come on so much in such a short space of time. A fantastic service and Kate is extremely helpful and knowledgable. Bot...

27th April 2017

Jenny & Teddy – Training classes

I took my cockapoo puppy Teddy to Kate’s last puppy foundation course. We both enjoyed each week and I was amazed at the improvement in each of the puppies. I would recommend this course to anyone ...

27th April 2017

Caroline & Casper – 1:1 Training

Thanks Kate for your one to one training sessions and wonderful advice with our rescue dog Casper, he has grown in confidence and is becoming so more relaxed around other dogs during his walks and ...

27th April 2017

Kay & Baxter – Training classes

My Baxter enjoys Monday’s so much. His excitement to go in is immense, and he guides me towards the door before its time to go in. Kate truely understands Baxter’s issues & in just 3 weeks we have ...

27th April 2017