ABOUT ME
Leading with Care. Guided by Understanding.
Hi, I’m Keishia, founder of KTM Pets. For nearly three years I’ve provided professional, structured care to over 70 clients and more than 100 pets across Derbyshire and Nottingham.
Every booking is tailored to your pet’s personality and needs, with a strong focus on mental enrichment, routine consistency, and emotional wellbeing.
Animals have been at the centre of my life from the very beginning, and that lifelong experience shapes every interaction I have today.
A Life Surrounded By Animals
Animals have always been woven into the fabric of my life. My home was more like a lively little sanctuary than a typical household, with dogs of all shapes and sizes, cats, guinea pigs, snails, a bearded dragon, and even a tortoise all sharing the space. My mum had a knack for bringing home anything with paws, claws, or scales.
Growing up surrounded by so many different species taught me early on how to read behaviour, understand needs, and adapt care to each unique personality. Elmo, my first dog who truly felt like mine, shaped my heart and showed me the depth of connection possible between humans and pets. Every animal I’ve loved has reinforced the importance of patience, attention, and thoughtful care.
That understanding became my purpose.
From Passion To Profession!
KTM Pets was officially established in June 2023 with a clear mission: to provide compassionate, high-standard care for pets in their own homes. Built with care, precision, and a professional approach, every aspect of KTM Pets is designed to deliver personalised, enrichment-focused care that supports your pet’s wellbeing, confidence, and routine.
Trusted by over 70 clients and having cared for more than 100 animals across Derbyshire and Nottingham, KTM Pets has earned a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and genuine care. Continuous learning, professional qualifications, and an evidence-based approach mean every booking is carried out with expertise, care, and precision.
Running KTM Pets has been an incredibly rewarding journey. Each client welcomed, every pet cared for, and every bond formed has shaped the heart of the business. Whether supporting busy professionals, clients travelling, or pets requiring more specialised attention, KTM Pets delivers care that brings peace of mind, comfort, and consistency to your home.
Qualifications & Professional Authority
Education & Qualifications
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Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management and Welfare
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Level 4 Certificate in Canine Behaviour
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Level 3 Pet First Aid & CPR
Applied Professional Experience
My approach blends formal education with real-world behavioural insight, ensuring care decisions are thoughtful, evidence-led, and tailored to each individual pet.
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Advanced understanding of behaviour cues, enrichment strategies, and emotional regulation developed through hands-on work alongside professional trainers and behaviourists
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Confident handling of dogs, cats, and small animals across a wide range of temperaments, energy levels, and behavioural needs
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Skilled in designing and adapting mental and physical enrichment to suit individual personalities, environments, and routine requirements
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Experience supporting pets through stress, anxiety, transitions, and routine disruption using calm handling, structure, and behavioural awareness
Our Mission At KTM Pets
KTM: Kickstart The Movement for Compassion, Care, and Change
At KTM Pets, our mission is to elevate the standard of pet care through knowledge, intention, and professional accountability, not just locally, but globally.
We believe pets deserve more than basic supervision. They deserve structured, informed care that supports their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, delivered with consistency, understanding, and respect for the individual.
What We Stand For
Raising The Bar On Pet Care
Delivering expert-led, enrichment-focused care built on qualification, behavioural insight, and intentional care planning, ensuring pets receive structured support rather than basic supervision.
Empowering Pet Carers
We’re not only transforming the way pets are cared for; we’re helping carers grow, connect, and thrive.
At KTM Pets, we believe in uplifting independent pet care professionals by creating space for them to succeed. Through future-focused initiatives, we aim to support small business growth, foster deeper industry collaboration, and encourage ongoing learning.
Our vision is a stronger, more unified pet care community, where professionals are recognised, recommended, and respected, and where connection replaces competition.
Increasing Experience & Education
Advocating for evidence-led care that places learning, behavioural awareness, and professional development at the centre of every decision, ensuring pets receive care that supports their mental, emotional, and physical health.
For The Animals. For The Future.
Leading meaningful change by setting higher standards, restoring trust, and shaping a future where pet care is recognised as a skilled, respected profession.