Dog walking & pet services in Oakwood, Derby
Professional care, genuine love — for every pet.
Willow & Friends is Claire's professional dog walking and pet care service in Oakwood, Derby. City & Guilds qualified, DBS checked, fully insured — and a member of NARPS UK. From solo dog walks to cat sitting, your pets get expert care with genuine affection.
- 5.0 ★
- Facebook rating
- 2023
- founded (limited company)
- 24h
- availability
- NARPS
- UK member
City & Guilds Level 2 · CPD Diploma · Dog First Aid · DBS Checked · Insured · NARPS UK
Dog walks, pet sits, and cat care too.
Willow & Friends offers a full range of professional pet services — for dogs, cats, and small animals.
🐕 Dog walking
- Solo walks — one-to-one attention
- Household/family walks (same-home dogs together)
- Country park & woodland walks
- Puppy socialisation walks
- Senior dog gentle pace walks
- Long-term, short-term or one-off walks
😺 Cat sitting
- In-home cat sitting sessions
- Drop-in visits for feeding & company
- Litter tray cleaning
- Medication administration
- Long-term, short-term or one-off cover
🛋️ Pet sitting & visits
- In-home pet sitting for dogs & cats
- Pet drop-in visits
- Overnight pet care
- Holiday & wedding cover
- Appointment drop-ins
Every walk and visit is tailored to your pet's personality and needs. Willow & Friends uses the TimeToPet booking portal for easy scheduling. Get in touch to set up a free meet-and-greet.
Claire — qualified, checked, and caring.
Willow & Friends was founded by Claire Joanne Tague in October 2023. As Oakwood's most credentialed pet carer, Claire brings professional qualifications and genuine compassion to every walk, sit, and visit.
- City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Dog Walking
- CPD Accredited Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Diploma
- Dog First Aid Certificate
- Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Level 1 Diploma
- DBS Checked & fully insured
- Member of NARPS UK (National Association of Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers)
- Limited company registered at Companies House
"Trustworthy, caring, attentive & professional. Offering the best love, comfort & care for family pets and peace of mind to their owners."
— Claire, owner & operator, Willow & Friends
Based in Oakwood, serving all of Derby.
Claire operates from Oakwood and covers Oakwood, Derby, and the surrounding Derbyshire area. Available 24 hours for bookings.
Willow & Friends16 Appledore Drive, Oakwood
Derby DE21 2LN Find us on Google Maps
- Oakwood, Derby & surrounding Derbyshire
- 24-hour availability — book anytime
- TimeToPet portal for easy scheduling
Opening hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Open 24 hours — available for bookings anytime, any day. Overnight stays, holiday cover, and wedding care all available.
Professional care whenever you need it.
Get in touch with Claire to arrange a free meet-and-greet. Whether it's daily walks, holiday cat care, or a wedding-day dog sit — Willow & Friends has you covered.
Get in touch24 hours a day, 7 days a week — book via TimeToPet or get in touch