Murphy & Bailey: The Pet Boutique That Launched During The Pandemic

 
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Murphy & Bailey is a luxury pet boutique on the Belmont Road in East Belfast that launched during lockdown.

It’s founded by Jude and Karen — two dog-loving, high-flying corporates who met while walking their dogs Murphy and Bailey at the local park.

In today’s episode, hear why they traded established careers for the start-up life, what it was like starting a business during the pandemic and the role pets have played in getting our city through these tough times.

Check it out.

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  • One thing most people don't know about you:

    Karen - I have an unhealthy obsession with reality shows set in Australia ...currently Married at First Sight Australia but also partial to My Kitchen Rules and Biggest Loser

    Jude - I cried the whole way through a flight to Italy as I was freaking out so much about my first solo trip....

    I was 41.... Now I love heading off on my own in my campervan with the doggos (everybody knows that last bit though!)

  • Favourite Book:

    Karen - Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts, and I love the simple wisdom of Pooh Bear (A.A Milne)

    Jude and Karen - Ashamed to say I’ve lost the habit of reading... so it’s probably something by Enid Blyton

  • Favourite Quote:

    Karen - Life is a journey to be experienced not a problem to be solved (Winnie)

    Jude and Karen - “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light” - Albus Dumbledore

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This interview is part of our Tough Times, Tougher City mini-series presented in partnership with Belfast City Council featuring five businesses who have started, scaled or pivoted during the pandemic.

To find out more about how the Council can help you and your business, please click here.

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Thanks again to Murphy and Bailey for taking the time to share their story with us.

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— Matt

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