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London's No. 1 Dog-Walking Agency

'Charming, funny, heartwarming' - Adam Kay
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London's No. 1 Dog-Walking Agency by Kate MacDougall gives a lively account of the author's journey from working at a high-pressure auction house to creating her own successful dog-walking business in London. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the city, it delves into the challenges and humorous encounters faced in maintaining the business, all while exploring themes of resilience, growth, and the unexpected connections formed through canine companionship.
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This book may appeal to you if you're a fan of heartwarming tales about reinventing oneself while navigating life's ups and downs. Filled with charming anecdotes about dogs and London life, it's perfect for those who enjoy stories about entrepreneurial adventures and the bond between humans and their furry companions.

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'A really lovely book for dog lovers' - Jilly Cooper

'Charming, funny, heartwarming and full of dogs - what more could you want?' - Adam Kay, bestselling author of This is Going to Hurt

Kate MacDougall always knew her heart wasn't really in her job at Sotheby's. All around her, friends were finding their dream jobs and whooshing up career ladders. After yet another breakage, this time of two precious porcelain pigeons, she had enough, and walked out of her snoozy, back office existence into the unknown world of the then-nascent gig economy.

London's No. 1 Dog-Walking Agency is the story of her next 9 years and the dogs (and people) she meets along the way. There's Winston, the Labrador, who isn't allowed to get muddy, even after his owners split up and then enlist Kate in their custody battle. There's the chic trio of Islington couples whose immaculately arranged dog walking schedule is thrown off when one of them gets off with the dog walker Kate has employed. There's Kate's long-suffering, dog-agnostic boyfriend Finlay, and her mother, who is always on the alert for wedding bells.

Amongst all this, there's Kate herself: trying to work out what she wants from life, and when and how to get there.

'A joy from start to finish. I loved it!' - Stacey Halls, bestselling author of The Familiars

'An absolutely glorious romp of a book' - Ruth Hogan, bestselling author of The Keeper of Lost Things

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London's No. 1 Dog-Walking Agency is celebrated for its charming and humorous storytelling, making it a delightful read for dog lovers. The book is noted for its heartwarming tales and its ability to entertain, with reviewers praising its capacity to both amuse and move readers emotionally. It has been described as a joyful and relatable memoir that resonates with both dog owners and general audiences alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788704335

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BLINK Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 284g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Kate is now a freelance writer, specialising in dogs, the countryside, lifestyle and interiors and write for Country Life, the Telegraph, Homes and Antiques, Horse and Hound and Period Living amongst others. She has three children and two dogs and lives in Oxfordshire with her husband.

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