# Pooch Pals

Pooch Pals is a family-run pet care business serving Pickering, Thornton-le-Dale and surrounding villages. Founded by Holly and now run alongside her husband Fabian and parents Anne and Martyn, the team draws on genuine experience caring for their own Alaskan Malamute, Husky mix rescue, Siberian Forest Cat and longhaired rescue cat.

The business caters to busy professionals, holidaymakers and anyone needing reliable pet support. They specialise in dog walking, pet sitting, puppy care and some horse care services, offering flexible solutions for those with demanding work schedules or time away from home.

What distinguishes Pooch Pals is their commitment to individualised care. Dogs are walked solo as standard rather than in large groups, ensuring calmer experiences particularly beneficial for nervous or reactive pets. Safety is paramount—dogs remain on lead unless explicitly authorised, with careful compatibility assessments before any group walks, never exceeding three dogs together.

The team prioritises consistency by ensuring pets see the same familiar carer, building trust and routine rather than moving between different walkers. They maintain transparent communication through photo updates and progress reports, allowing owners peace of mind whilst away.

Operating with full insurance, Pooch Pals refuses to overbook or rush visits, only providing services they can properly deliver. Their responsible approach extends to environmental care—always collecting waste on walks—and treating every animal as though it were their own. This combination of professionalism, genuine care and local accountability has built strong community trust.