The Creature Comforts Cheshire Team

Creature Comforts Cheshire strive to be the best pet carers possible and want all of our clients to feel loved and happy. We are fully insured, fully licensed, qualified and members of NarpsUK and PIF, the Pet Industry Federation.

We take the time to understand the needs of both our clients and their pets, we offer outstanding customer service. We ensure both a happy and safe environment where your pets feel loved.

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Gemma McKnight, Owner

After working in the corporate world for over 10 years I felt I was truly lacking something in my career. After speaking with my then dog walker, I decided that dog walking and pet caring was what I needed to fulfil my working life.

I have been working as a pet career for many years and have experience in many aspects of the job caring for several different species of animals. I have extensive experience in administrating medication, including injections. 

I live at home with my husband Paul, two daughters, Chloe and Georgia, my Boxer dog Mara, and our German shepherd puppy Agatha. We also have a bearded Dragon, Jango along with 4 rescue cats, Finn, Rey, Rico and Cheeto.

We are an active household that enjoys nothing more than taking Mara and Agatha out on long walks in the countryside. Mara is currently trained to silver standard on Kennel Club Good Citizen Award scheme.

I am fully licensed with Halton Borough Council, DBS Checked, Canine First Aid Qualified and have completed Veterinary Nurse medication administration training and work experience with Cheshire Dog School. I have also completed course in dog behaviour.

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Andy Brettell, Pet Carer

I live in Runcorn with my wife Cath, two sons and our golden lab Honey.

We are a military family with Cath still serving in the British Army. I completed 24 years in the Royal Navy serving in the Submarine Service and have subsequently followed Cath around the country where I have enjoyed a variety of employment opportunities.  

I have 15 years continuous experience of dog owning, one with demodectic mange and one with epilepsy. I am fit and healthy, I enjoy the outdoor life and am not put off by the weather so ideal for this job! 

I am DBS checked, Canine first aid and CPR trained and have completed a diploma in dog psych ology and currently working towards an animal physio therapy course.

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Melissa Gallacher, Pet Carer

I live at home with my husband James and my 3 daughters, Evie, Freya and Isla. We have a Sproodle called Casper and love taking him on long walks as a family.

I have many years experience in customer service and sales but since having the children wanted a job that fitted our lifestyle and incorporated our love for Casper and working for Creature Comforts Cheshire ticked all the boxes.

I am DBS checked and canine first aid and CPR trained.

Craig Bird, Pet Carer

I live in Runcorn with my wife Leah and our fur baby French bulldog Lola who is spoilt rotten.

After 10 years of grounds maintenance I decided on a career change. I've always wanted to work with dogs but never really had the opportunity to do so, so when I came across the chance to apply to Creature Comforts I knew it would be the perfect role for me.

I've always had a passion for animals, especially dogs, having grown up around various family members pets and our own, I'm also used to being out in all weathers. I'm extremely grateful to be part of the team here at Creature Comforts Cheshire and can't wait to see what the future brings.

I am DBS checked and canine first aid and CPR trained.

Keith Middleton, Pet Carer

I live at home with my wife Debbie. Our kids have fled the nest and have family of their own, which leaves me with lots of grandad duties. We have had labs for over 30 years and are always out and about with them.

Finding this role at Creature Comforts Cheshire is ideal for me as it is flexible around my other commitments. It is a great team to work with and enables me to spend lots of time outdoors in all weather with lots of lovely dogs!

I am DBS checked and canine first aid and CPR trained.

Susan Dance, Pet Carer

Before I had my children I worked in the Insurance Industry. I stayed at home to look after my family for 20 years. When it became time to get back into work I knew I wanted to be a dog walker and pet carer. The opportunity came along to work for Creature Comforts Cheshire and I knew it was the right room for me.

I live with my husband Andy and our 2 dogs Lola and Beau. We also have a parrot.

I have completed a Canine First Aid and CPR Course

Stacey Owen, Pet Carer

I live at home with my husband and two teenage sons. We have 2 very lively dogs Lexie and Roxy and love taking them on long walks. We also have 2 horses, Bailey and Luca. Our youngest son loves going for a hack with him and competes.

Growing up we had many different animals, including dogs, cats, horses, chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, hamsters, goats the list goes on, and I always had a love for them all.

I have always loved the outdoors. We go camping, bike rides and walks as a family. When I seen the opportunity to work for Creature Comforts Cheshire I jumped at the chance.

I am DBS checked. Canine first aid trained.

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Chloe McKnight, Evening and Weekend Pet Carer

I have grown up around a range of animals including dogs, cats, hamsters and rabbits. I currently have a Boxer and German Shepherd, 4 cats and a bearded dragon. I enjoy spending time walking the dogs and having lots of cuddles where even the cats get involved! I am an active person who enjoys the outdoors. I have always loved animals and when the opportunity to work with Creature Comforts Cheshire, I had to say yes.

I am a fully qualified FA football coach and referee, coaching at Loughborough Foxes and refereeing grassroots football in my spare time.

I am in my final year at Loughborough University studying Sport & Exercise Science but can’t wait to continue working with animals as an evening and weekend carer! It has always been an interest to learn more about the behaviour of animals and to gain experience in customer service.

I am DBS checked and first aid and CPR qualified.

Molly Wright, Evening and Weekend Pet Carer

I live with my mum and brother. We have always had a pet, many hamsters and our beloved Toby One Kenobi (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel). I have always enjoyed walking my dog in the outdoors no matter the weather. 

I absolutely love working for Creature Comforts Cheshire as i get to experience many different animal behaviours and I am honoured to look after peoples fur babies. 

I am studying Psychology at Salford university. I am also a qualified level one swimming couch and a mental health first aider. I am also DBS checked and animal first aid and CPR trained.