Meet Our Team

#PawPalsGals

We’re a big family at PawPals and your dog is part of it. We get to know all our dogs personally, their little quirks, how they like to play and when it’s time to chill out and have a cuddle. We form a real bond with all of them so they are excited to come to day care to see us. Each team member is a fully qualified dog lover!! Together we bring all our experience and passion to give your dog everything they need to be happy and content all day.

Rescue dogs have a massive place in Laura’s heart and she would rescue all the dogs if she had her way but she can’t (as her partner insists he deserves a space in their bed) so instead, her long term goal is to help fund rescues where ever she can.

Laura has a degree in Advertising and Media, a Certificate in Canine Behavior and a Certificate in Canine First Aid. It is Laura’s aim to ensure your dog has a fantastic day out in a safe and fun environment, playing with their friends and surrounded by people who adore what they do. 

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Kmart, Lorna Jane, Peter Alexander or anywhere I can buy trainers!
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
I thought I wanted to be a vet as I have always loved animals but then I realised what that actually entailed and it would be too heartbreaking for me! I also always wanted to have my own business so opening a doggy daycare was the perfect career path for me – animals + business = WIN-WIN!
 
Name something on your bucket list?
There are many but one is to definitely to travel Australia with my partner and kids and Dutch. 
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Speak with animals.
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“Find a job you love and you will never work a day in your life”
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Purple – hence PawPals logo!

Eadie is Lauras’ first daughter and she used to come to work with her from the age of 3 months. She would be carried in a carrier and she loved meeting all the clients in the office in the morning. Unfortunately, once Eadie became mobile, she started to cause havoc in the office so her PawPals career has been limited to visits and not working shifts! She loves to watch the daily videos and ask the name of EVERY dog that Laura struggles to keep up as the clips move so fast but Eadie is determined to stay connected with the clients and know whos’ who 

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Any store with dolls and dolls accessories.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
I am still figuring out who I want to be but my mumma says I can do anything I dream of!
 
Name something on your bucket list?
To go to Ireland to meet cousins and uncles. 
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
To fly – I believe I already can when I jump off tables and the couch! 
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“I can be whatever I want to be” – My mumma.
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Pink or purple – depends on the day!!!

After years of working in the corporate world full time, I decided to follow my passion of working with animals full time. I have over 25 years of working with rescue organizations as well as fostering, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs.

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Freedom.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
Nurse.
 
Name something on your bucket list?
Hot air balloon over Serengeti.
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Cast spells.
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“Travel” – My Mum.
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Orange.

I have been working In the animal industry since I was 16 , my first job being at a pet shop, I then moved to vet nursing for a while, then I decided my heart and passion lay with dog grooming. I have been dog grooming for 8 years now and I will never get tired of the rewarding feeling I get when owners have seen their dogs after a makeover. I also spend some time working in the daycare here at Pawpals and love cuddling and taking care of our client’s beloved dogs.

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
I would max out my credit card at flight centre.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
I actually wantd to be a dog groomer ot a vet nure when I was a child. . 
 
Name something on your bucket list?
Travel the world. 
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Time travel
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“Everything happens for a reason
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Purple!
 

I started working at PawPals in September 2020 after volunteering for a dog rescue for 18 months.

I also have a cert in Veterinary Assistant and I fell in love with PawPals after being a client for over a year.

I am delighted to have finally got the opportunity to work with dogs full time.

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Kmart.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
Marine Biologist.
 
Name something on your bucket list?
Drive a motor home through Australia.
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
To always be happy.
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“We only regret the chances we didn’t take” – My Mum.
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Baby Pink.

Hi, I’m Jayne.

I’m very fortunate to have spent most of my adult life travelling the world, exploring and building careers for myself.

I have a very special kind of love for the outdoors, the beach, my family and friends, health, sunsets and last but not least, furbabies of course! 

I just LOVE dogs! 

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
K-mart – of course I will go in for one item, max out my credit card, leave very happy and forget the one item I went in to buy!
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
A vet and and olympian. 
 
Name something on your bucket list?
I would loveto travel the world.
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
I would love to be able to talk to animals dogs and cats specifically!
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“Tomorrow isn’t promised so love today like it’s your last.”
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Purple and blue.
 

The dictionary defines Bella as: crazy dog lady! Literally, I have a necklace that says ‘crazy dog lady’ and my dog has a matching tag that says ‘crazy lady’s dog’. 

Getting my first dog Ella at age 15 was what opened my eyes to these amazing creatures, she helped me through some tough times in my life and taught me a lot about myself. I am now dog mum to a Maltese Shihtzu named Allie and if she can’t go somewhere, I’m not going either! 

I run a small pet sitting business with Allie as my business partner, so we have a lot of fur friends. A goal of mine is to become a foster mum to dogs and cats in need of a home. 

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Doggytopia or Kmart.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
A fashion designer, a singer, an actress. I had no talent in any of those areas.
 
 Name something on your bucket list?
Drive around the whole of Australia. 
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
I would love to be able to read minds. 
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
Fool me once, strike one. But fool me twice, strike three.”
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Red.
 

Ruthie is from Scotland and moved to Perth in 2023. She had her own very successful dog walking business in Scotland and it broke her heart leaving all her Scottish PawPals behind but adventure was waiting for here in Perth. We are very blessed to have her experience and knowlege here at PawPals. 

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Zara.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
A police woman! Can  you imagine!! Oran actress. 
 
Name something on your bucket list?
Go on a hot air baloon  
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Transportation
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“We just live on a big floating rock , so what you do doesn’t really matter as long as your are happy!
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Probably white!
 

I’m Sarah and I have been working at PawPals since the beginning of March 2019. Before starting here I worked at another Perth dog daycare for about 5 years whilst completing my Cert III in companion animals at Tafe.

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Kmart & San Churro.
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
Always knew I wanted to work with animals so a ZooKeeper.
 
Name something on your bucket list?
Hot air balloon & African safari.
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Flying.
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
“Why fit in when you were born to stand out” – Dr Suess.
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Gold.

Hi I’m Taliah, a Canine Coach here at Pawpals! I’ve worked in doggy daycares for over 4 years whilst studying for various animal related certifications. I’ve loved dogs since I could remember and take every opportunity to learn about them! 

When I’m not at work, I’m cuddling up with my own dogs, studying, doing some painting or playing with my pet rats! 

What store would you happily max out your credit card?
Tunnel Vision Clothing 🙈
 
As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?
Marine Biologist.
 
Name something on your bucket list?
Learn a second language! 
 
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Communicate with animals like Dr.Doolittle 🐾
 
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?
When all there’s left is you, you’ll realise. You’ve been worthy all along”
 
What’s your favourite colour?
Green 🌿
 

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