About us

Hi I'm Andy, the director of Forest Dogs. My professional background is in drug and alcohol treatment services, and more recently as a research manager at the University of Sheffield but I've always loved and cared for dogs. Autumn 2019 I started Forest Dogs with just a couple of clients and a few ideas. We've invested in our home and garden as the daycare space and in training for Alfie and myself (Canine Behaviour Management Diploma) so we can provide the very best dog care. We believe dogs need other dogs and thrive on our group walks in local forests and the Peak District. I'm proud to now have so many dogs with us and hear when their lovely owners say their dog is a 'Forest Dog' 🐕🌲👍🏼

Hi, I'm Carla the Forest Dogs administrator! For four days a week I'm a dentist so I have a clinical eye for detail and organisation. I handle some of the enquiries and the invoicing but mostly love looking after the puppies on a Friday! We're a real family business so you'll probably see me and the kids giving your dogs the extra belly rubs and love we think makes Forest Dogs the best place to be!

Hi, I'm Dana! I started working at Forest Dogs early 2022 and I have loved getting to know all these adorable pooches! I have completed a Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management and have some volunteering experience with dogs under my belt too, including the RSPCA and Support Dogs. I have a little dog of my own - Rex, who joins me on some walks, he's loved meeting the Forest Dog pack as much as I have!

Hi, I'm Aimee and I joined the Forest Dogs team in 2024. I have Level 2 & 3 qualifications in Animal Care and Management and am Canine First Aid trained. I have had many years experience within doggy daycare/dog walking/boarding & done lots of voluntary work with the RSPCA and local rescues over the years. I have 4 of my own dogs, crazy I know! But the more dogs the better... there couldn't possibly be a better place for me than here taking the finest care of all the gorgeous pooches in the Forest Dogs squad!

Hi, I'm Izzy! I've just joined the Forest dogs team in 2025. With a degree in Canine and Feline Behaviour and Training, I'm excited to meet all of the lovely dogs! I've got years of experience working with animals, including dog walking, grooming, and kennel work. I'm looking forward to helping set up the new daycare site in Dore. I have two dogs of my own, Jessie and Harry, a Staffy cross and a Border Terrier, who both have a very cheeky personalities and always get away with everything! (Also demands treats!)

Winnie is almost 7 years old and the original Forest Dog! She has been with us since puppy and supported us through some really tough times. Don't let the frame fool you, she's one of the fastest pugs in Sheffield, especially if she hears the word "Cheese!" She is great with the puppies and actually really helps when socialising as she has a lot of patience (but has her boundaries too!)

• Likes: Cheese
• Dislikes: Lettuce

Connie is almost 2 years old. We got her from a gun dog trainer at the beginning of the Forest Dogs story. She is like the opposite of Winnie and so work great as a duo! She never stops on walks and is a great lead dog for others to chase and play with. She's not as patient with the pups as Winnie but very happy to relax and snooze at home with the others after a good walk.

• Likes: Leading the way
• Dislikes: Slow-coaches (keep up!)