Professional Dog Walking for Your Furry Family
Deborah at Fino's Footsteps provides reliable, loving care in the heart of Colchester. With two decades of experience, your dog's happiness is my mission.
Meet DeborahA Lifelong Passion for Dogs
Based in the heart of Colchester center, I've been a dedicated dog owner and professional walker for over 20 years. My life has always revolved around the joy, companionship, and well-being of dogs. To give you total peace of mind, I am fully insured, full DBS checked, and hold Level 2 certifications in both Dog Care and Pet First Aid.
I love taking my furry friends to local favourites like Hilly Fields and Abbey Fields, ensuring they get the perfect mix of exercise, mental stimulation, and fresh air in our town's most beautiful green spaces.
Over the years, I have gained extensive experience caring for a wide variety of breeds, including Greyhounds, Whippets, Miniature Dachshunds, English Bulldogs, Labradors, Boxers, and Spaniels. Whether your pet is a high-energy racer or a gentle senior, I deeply understand and adapt to their unique, individual needs.
Tailored Pet Care Services
Providing flexible solutions for your busy schedule, ensuring your pet is happy, healthy and tired out.
Dog Walking
Professional dog walking services tailored to your pet's needs.
Pet Sitting
Reliable pet sitting services in the comfort of your home.
Check Ins
Professional check-in services to ensure your pet is happy and healthy.
Happy Fino's Footsteps Families
We would both recommend Deborah wholeheartedly a s a dog carer / walker. She takes such amazingly good care of our dogs and we never have t o worry when we know they are with her. She builds individual relationships with each of the dogs and knows their little habits and ways, making sure they feel safe and loved. One o f our dachshunds has become blind over the last year and Deborah has ensured she continues t o help him with his walks, with which he has slowly become a lot more confident. If you let Deborah care for your dog(s) they will be in excellent hands.
Gary & Katy
Deborah has been walking my nine-year old dachshund for nearly a year now and she has changed from a chunky sofa cushion into a lithe and athletic sofa cushion. Every day Molly leaves by the front door, a wiggle of barely contained enthusiasm to take part in various exciting walks in the neighbourhood and returns an hour later looking really smug. (How do dogs do that – Look smug?). I can thoroughly recommend Deborah as a dog walker, she is caring, capable, involved and trustworthy and my dog loves her.
Sarah Freeman
I have known Deborah for 25 years, and there is quite literally no one I trust more with my dogs. Having watched her rescue and care for numerous greyhounds over the years, I’ve seen firsthand her deep level of expertise. She isn't just a walker; she understands canine health, knows how to treat minor injuries, and has the judgment to know when a vet is needed. She is incredibly organized, always punctual, and provides my Whippet with a level of attentive, responsible care that is hard to find. If you want peace of mind, Deborah is the only choice.
Darren S
Ready for your first walk?
I'd love to meet you and your four-legged companion. Contact me to discuss your needs and arrange a free meet-and-greet