Meet the Team
Holly Leake
My name is Holly Leake and I am the founder and manager of Paw Chores Dog Walking and Training. I am a certified dog trainer and canine professional with Canine Principles and the Dog Training College (DTC). I share my life with my cheeky Shih-tzu Mando and rescue cat Cody.
I also work as a tutor at two of the most prestigious dog training colleges; Canine Principles and The International School of Canine Psychology (ISCP). I am also a freelance writer and have my articles published in Edition Dog Magazine and in the blogs of the above colleges. I also work as a canine behavioural consultant for Heal the Dog & Waggle Dog Insurance. I have several diplomas and many other qualifications and I am also Pet First Aid trained, fully insured and DBS checked.
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See my reviews under Testimonials.
Deb Hammonds
Deb is one of our lovely dog walkers from Hal's Hounds and our longest member of Paw chores (except me). She shares her life with her rescue collie Hal and her 2 cats. Hal struggles with anxiety and reactivity, so Deb is very experienced working with these issues, making her perfect for dogs that need that 1-2-1. She’s also an experienced cat sitter and loves all animals. She is comically known as the walker that likes to leave her belongings with you. Deb is currently enrolled on a Level 3 OFQUAL Welfare and Behaviour Diploma with Canine Principles and is fully insured, DBS checked and Pet First Aid Trained.
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Personal Review
"Deb has taken care of Coco for over 2 and half years. Coco loves her walks with aunty Deb. Deb knows all of Coco's quirks and favourite toys. It's reassuring to know that whilst we are at work, Coco is shown such love and attention. If I could give Paw Chores more than 5 stars, I would!"
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Marie & Coco
Paul Pattison
Paul is our newest lovely dog walker and cat sitter. Paul is based in Kids Grove, and shares his life with his cat Milly. Paul has over 5 years of experience caring for cats and dogs for Rover in America, before moving back to the UK to work with us and run his own dog walking business. He adores cats in particular, but enjoys working with all animals. He shows great attention to detail, especially when it comes to pet report cards and photos. He is fully insured, DBS Checked and Pet First Aid Trained.
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Personal Review
Paw Chores have been the best decison we ever made! We can go to work knowing Polly is well looked after. She is nervous with new people, but the team have been so patient, especially Paul, who Polly was nervous of at first, but Polly absolutely adores him now, and she is so excited when he collects her for her walk! Polly is now gaining confidence when meeting new people, which I can't take any credit for; it is the hard work of Paw Chores! We can't thank Paul and the team enough, they really care for your dog like they are your own!"
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Rachel and Polly
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Lindsay Noden
Lindsay is another one of our lovely dog walkers and cat sitters from Lindsay's Pet care. Lindsay is based in Keele, and shares her life with her Labrador Tilly. She has over 30 years ‘of experience working specifically with horses, and has cared for many animals in that time in a variety of capacities. She is very knowledgeable and shows great attention to detail to ensure every service delivered is of high standard. She is fully insured, DBS Checked and Pet First Aid Trained, and is currently enrolled on Level 3 OFQUAL Diploma in Canine Welfare and Behaviour.
Personal Review
"Lindsay is fantastic at what she does and I always look forward to the updates. Every single visit she would treat my mini Labradoodle Ruby like her own, which is all I can ever ask. She gives her so much love and attention. Through messages, you could see how much she enjoyed seeing Ruby and how much Ruby loved seeing her. I couldn't ask for anyone better to walk her!"
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Abbie & Ruby
Charlotte Cowles
Charlotte is another one of our lovely dog walkers from The Fairy Dog Mother, based in Audley. She covers Chesterton, Talk and surrounding areas and supports us during busy weeks. She shares her life with her Spaniel Hurley and works part time as a carer, bringing an excellent standard of care in her role as a self employed dog walker. Charlotte is Pet First Aid trained, fully insured and DBS Checked.
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Personal Review
"Charlotte is amazing with Bakey. She has taken the time to get to know his needs and has a fantastic bond with him. Charlotte is caring, loving and professional during her walks and visits, and Bakey absolutely LOVES going out with her. She always keeps me updated through the app. All around fantastic service!"​
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Lucy & Bakey
