Rutledge points out that Lawrence's plan also outlines other services such as pet sitting, a dog taxi, retail options and a doggie bakery.

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Nicola Davies, who runs Paws n Claws, a dog walking and pet sitting company in Welshpool, welcomed the council's plans but said the town needed more dog fouling bins.

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