From Axolotls to Bearded Dragons: Kim Ellam’s Journey with Kim’s Purfect Pets

Hot Stories Speaker Spotlight: Kim Ellam on Pet Care with a Personal Touch and Reptile Retreats

At July's Hot Stories networking event in Cambridge, we were delighted to welcome Kim Ellam, founder of Kim's Purfect Pets and passionate advocate for high-quality, loving animal care.

Kim’s heartfelt talk combined warmth, humour, and professionalism as she shared how her lifelong love for animals has shaped a business that truly treats pets like family.

From Family Pets to Full-Time Passion

Based in Burwell, Kim runs a dedicated pet care service offering drop-in visits, home care, and specialised reptile boarding. Whether it’s a dog, guinea pig, cat, or axolotl, Kim brings a deep understanding and genuine affection to each visit.

Her own home is a vibrant sanctuary for animals—from playful dogs like Orla and Brodie to her reptilian crew that includes crested geckos, chameleons, and a bearded dragon named Wilbur.

A Growing Focus on Reptile Boarding

During her talk, Kim highlighted an exciting area of growth: reptile boarding. She explained how her team has recently built bespoke indoor and outdoor enclosures for tortoises and other reptiles, complete with UV lighting, basking spots, digging areas, and bathing trays.

“If you know anyone who needs care for their bearded dragon or chameleon, send them my way.”

Kim’s facilities are designed with the animals' comfort and wellbeing in mind, blending expertise with thoughtful design.

Why It Matters

What stood out most in Kim’s story was her dedication to giving animals a voice, and to making pet care feel more like family support than a transaction. Her services are built around trust, care, and personalised attention—especially important for exotic pets that need knowledgeable handling.

Connect with Kim Whether you’re a pet owner needing trusted care or a reptile lover planning a getaway, Kim’s services are reliable, compassionate, and truly one-of-a-kind.

Visit her website to learn more:
🌐 https://www.kimspurfectpets.com

Grateful Acknowledgements

We are incredibly thankful for our Cambridge location partner: The Red Lion, Cherry Hinton, for hosting this session of Hot Stories.

Huge thanks to our talented visual storyteller, Chris Hornby Photography, for capturing the energy and heart of the event through photo and video.

This blog and the Hot Stories platform are proudly organised by Gemini Web Media, and we extend our gratitude to our main sponsor, Blue Line Operations Ltd, for their continued support.