Dog walking and training business expands after UKSE funding
Rotherham-based dog walking and training company Nutty Mutts has set its eyes on expanding its operations after securing a grant from UKSE, a business that invests in start-ups and SMEs in steel towns across the UK.
Launched in October last year, Nutty Mutts was founded by Gemma Mason, who was made redundant from her job during the pandemic and spotted a a gap in the market as more people returned to office working in line with the easing of lockdown restrictions.
Mason, having rescued her own dog, Jax, who had behavioural issues, went on to secure her Diploma in Dog Training.
Nutty Mutts is now on track for expansion, with Mason planning to take on additional staff and acquire premises to host sessions.
“Dog training is something I was always doing on the side as a bit of a hobby for friends and family, but with the surge in pet ownership during the pandemic, and the subsequent easing of restrictions which meant that many people returned to office working, it seemed like the right time to make things official,” Mason said.
“The grant from UKSE meant I was able to get all of the equipment I needed to get this business off the ground and running, and with such demand for my services already I can’t wait to see wat the future holds for Nutty Mutts.”
Steve Lyon, Regional Executive at UKSE, added: “Nutty Mutts is a fantastic example of someone turning a hobby into a business and reaping the benefits of doing so.
“Gemma has already secured a strong client base, and it’s great to see she is already planning for further growth with a view to creating job opportunities in the local area.”
