Chesterfield welcomes new dog walking and pet sitting business

A new dog walking and pet sitting business has launched in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.

Lucy Foulstone, who has two years of experience in animal care, moved to Chesterfield six weeks ago and has launched Peaky Pets and Paws in the town.

The business currently offers dog walks, as well as pet sitting for various pets including cats, rabbits, small rodents, and horses.

Foulstone told the Derbyshire Times: “I’ve worked in offices and I’ve just not enjoyed it. I’d rather be out and about every day than be tied up to my desk answering phone calls all day.

“For the last two years, I was taking care of pets and walking dogs part-time. But since I’ve moved here, I’ve decided to branch out, work for myself and set up my own business.”

She added: “I thought dog walking might be more popular around here, with Chesterfield being so close to the Peak District and with easy access to the countryside. Since I’ve been here I’ve noticed much more dogs and dog walking areas than in Nottingham.”

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