What is 4 paws?

Owned by Kate, 4Paws petminding, dog walking & dog training is now in its 6th year of operation.

The business has grown steadily and is now an established and recognised brand in Newcastle under Lyme and around North Staffordshire.

4Paws’ provides a dog walking & visits, puppy & adult training and /dog cat/rabbit care for holidays.

Kate, owner of 4Paws Dog Training is a proud member of the above organisation.
The Pet Professional Guild promotes force free dog training and all members adhere to various conditions when running classes and conducting one to one training.

For more information, please visit www.ppgbi.com.

Fully Accredited Trainer

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Kate is now a full member of the IMDT, which promotes force free and modern training techniques.

4Paws is passionate about the care and attention we provide to the animals in our care. We treat them as our own pets and take the responsibility very seriously.

Visit the 4Pawspetmindingdogwalking & 4Pawsdogtraining-staffs Facebook pages for pictures and videos of the fantastic animals we have been able to care for.

4Paws launched in June 2013. Back then, Kate started picking up dogs in her black Golf. Nowadays you can see various vehicles out and about. All have insurance for pet transit and we use either crates or pet safety belts for safe commute to/from the walks.

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

New Dog Walking Clients
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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 dealt well with our need for updates daily and is now a firm favourite of our very picky bunny!

Anna & Elwood the house bunny - 2015 holiday home visits
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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 requires there pet walking when they are away. Alfie came back really happy! Craig

Craig & Alfie (Sharpei holiday walks) 2015 onwards
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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 recommend the service to anyone who wants to have a guilt free holiday, knowing their cats are enjoying their home comforts.

Annette & cats (holiday visits 2016 onwards)
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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 they were enjoying themselves made my holiday even better knowing they were in very safe hands. I will definitely be asking you to walk them on my next holiday, they love you. Thank you

Lynn & Scooby/Scrappy (staffy/great dane - hols walks 2017)
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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 touch to get pictures and videos of the walks so I can see first hand how much fun they are having. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

Louise & dogs (2017)
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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 so that I didn't have to worry about anything. I will definitely be using this service again and would recommend it to anyone. Kate obviously cares very much about the animals she works with.

Jennie/John & Shira (cat care 2017)
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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 was the second time we used Kate . Last year 2 days before going on hols are dog Winston had to have his eye removed due to emergency and had lots of tablets , eye drops and I didn't think or want to go on hols due to all of this but Louise

Janet & dogs (various)- 2017 onwards
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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 training issues.

Simon & Simba (cockapoo - 1:1 sessions 2018)
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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. I can't believe the transformation with Bella during the 8 weeks, she's learnt lots and I've learnt how to handle her better on her lead. The harness has really helped recommended by Kate and it was great to see Bella interacting with other dogs. A wonderful environment full of extremely friendly people and very cute dogs. Thank you Kate for

Tracy & Bella (labrador) - Oct/Nov Foundation 2017
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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 Miniature Schnauzer 4 Month Old Puppies had a wonderful time and we all can’t wait to go again. Thank You both so so much

Sam & Daisy/Lucy (min schnauzers) -Feb/March Foundation 2018
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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 amount of dogs/puppies to allow you to socialise your pooch, but not too many that it becomes loud and unmanageable. Classes are split into puppy play time, tricks, basic training drills and techniques and question and answer sessions. Instructions and tips for training were really clear and all based on positive reinforcement. Frank our loud and anxious border

Sarah & Frank (Border Terrier-Foundation Course 2017)
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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 differing sizes so can be mixed and matched to get the correct individual fit for each dog. My dog now has a comfortably fitting harness which stays in place. I can not only highly recommend the Perfect Fit harness but also the service Kate provides.

Denise & Daphne (Irish Setter.Perfect Fit Harness)
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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 lessons are since she is a treats driven dog. And the play sessions are great fun as well. Dogs can be socialised and play with each other. Owners can get to know other as well. I definitely recommend everyone to take the sessions. Most importantly, I can see a huge difference on Nana's behaviour and I have a closer

Vera & Nana (Bijon Frise - Foundation Course 2017)
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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. Mira has learnt to play with other dogs and learnt that a tunnel and a ramp are not the scariest things on the planet !! Her obedience has become much better and i felt she enjoyed the learning process x

Elise & Mira (Whippet - foundation course feb/march 2018)
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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 she would just give them a wide berth, but then my Goddaughter had a little boy 2 years ago. She was really nervous around him and if he approached her would growl and bark. Enter Kate. She spent more than an hour with us and persuaded Lexi that time spent with a little boy can

Laura & Lexi (Cockapoo - 1:1 sessions)
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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 trustworthy service. She obviously has an excellent rapport with animals and I am happy to say our two adult cats had been well looked after and were contented and stress free when we returned from holiday. Thank you Kate we will definitely be repeat customers

Pat & cats - cat visits 2016
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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 the walks. Now I can't ever imagine doing without this service. She seems to do a brilliant job teaching Max his manners, playing with him, being affectionate with him (He's a very soppy dog) even disciplining Max regarding commands such as sit, stay, stop, go on then. even suggesting remedies or if needed a vets visit. it's

Mike & Max - dog walking long term
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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 photos of harry having a lovely time makes me feel more settled. thank you kate.

Kim & Harry - dog walking long term
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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 working really well. I can recommend Kate and 4paws-petminding.

Megan & Odif - dog walking long term
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Very trustworthy and friendly. Robbie loved his time with kate. I would highly recommend 4paws petminding.

Glennis & Robbie - holiday dog walks 2016
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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. I will use 4Paws again with complete confidence. Keith Walker

Keith - cat visits 2016
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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. I would recomend her to any one who loves their pet

Jean & Alfie - holiday dog walking
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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 .

Ingrid & Fudge - dog walking 2016
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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 again

Becky - cat visits 2015
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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 she has been flexible to our needs at the time. Our other dog (aged 3 1/2) is highly anxious and we find Kate's demeanor has a positive calming influence. Kate clearly loves animals and our dogs seem to really like her too! Kate gives us regular updates on her progress which is much appreciated - would recommend to

Steph - Poppy & Fred - dog walking 2016
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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 for taking such good care if them.

Tracy - Dexter & Berty - dog walking 2016
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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 walked Archie for a year now and never once let us down or have any sort of problem! Can't recommend enough!

Leigh & Archie - dog walking/visits long term
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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 after the dog. A really flexible service, the animals are much happier than in kennels, the cost is significantly cheaper. Kate is professional and trustworthy - definitely worth using the service.

Claire - Braith & cats - dog walking and cat visits
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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 out all night painting the town red she is naughty like that. It was nice to come back to the daily diary on how she was. She was certainly well looked after. I would highly recommend.

Sarah & Missy - cat visits 2015