About Us
Our Story
Established in 2005, Pawsitively Pooched was inspired by the love and compassion that so many of us feel for our loyal four-legged best friends. Our goal is to offer a facility that exceeds owners' expectations, a facility that cares for the dogs and clients as though they are our own
Our structured & personalized approach to each individual dog's care offers a unique low stress environment that makes every dog feel like part of our family, while having the time of their lives
Meet the Paws Family
Erin - Owner/Hydrotherapist
Erin's love for dogs has always been strong, but her passion, dedication & love made owning a dog daycare & becoming a Hydrotherapist an obvious choice. She is dedicated to making Pawsitively Pooched the best place to bring your dog in Canada, with the best customer service, & care like customers would give their dogs at home. She loves Bernese Mountain Dogs, but also has a soft spot for French Bulldogs. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her son & husband
Amber - General Manager
Always having an interest in dogs, Amber's first daycare job sparked her true love & dedication for the industry. Since then Amber has completed courses in vet studies, dog training, grooming, & specialized course on aggression & fearful dogs. She is certified in Pet first aid & Animal behavior & Welfare. In her spare time she loves to take her dog Stella to the mountains to hike, Kayak, SUP, & camp. Her dedication to bettering the business, & bubbly personality make her an integral part of the Pawsitively Pooched team.
Melissa - Hydrotherapy assistant
Melissa came to daycare with a passion to deliver the best care for dogs, and an interest in all things dog behavior related. She's currently finishing up a pysch degree, with hopes to further her education further in the future. In her spare time, she loves to play with her cat, TJ, hike, and read. Melissa is a vital part of the Pawsitively Pooched with her patience, dedication & gentle personality.
Jason - Trainer/ Canine Care Specialist
Jason's love for dog training brought him into daycares, where he worked hard to learn as much as he could, recently getting certified as a dog trainer. He finds passion in helping owners build strong bonds with their dogs through positive reinforcement training, and helping dogs reach their potential. In his spare time, he loves hanging out with his son, Xander, and family, and taking his 3 dogs out for walks. With his hard work ethic, and passion for training, Jason is an integral part of the Pawsitively Pooched team.
Raina - Groomer
Loving dog's happy-go-lucky attitudes, and admiring how happy they are to see everyone, Raina ventured into the grooming world, striving to help dogs look & feel great after their grooms. She soon started in the daycare department as well, helping provide a structured, fun day for all our canine clients. In her spare time, she loves going to the mountains, and hiking. Raina's dedication & love for the job make her a fundamental part of the Pawsitively Pooched team.
Peeta - Canine Care Specialist
Always having pets growing up, it was a natural path for Peeta to start in daycares. His desire to learn & love for dogs helped him become an excellent care giver for any nervous dogs. He loves to spend his time with his dog Vinny & his 5 cats, play video games, read & draw. Peeta also volunteers at the Meow foundation once a week. His dedication, hard work & positive attitude make Peeta a key part of the Pawsitively Pooched team.
Kayla - Groomer
Kayla has always loved dogs, and being creative, this led her to grooming, where she continually strives to create hair master pieces on all her client's dogs. She is dedicated to ensuring all her grooms are top quality, and that she provides the best customer service. Her favorite breed to groom is the Shih Tzu, and her favorite dog breed is the Irish wolfhound.
Mallory- Hydrotherapy Assitant/ Canine Care Specialist
Mallory's career with dogs began in canine grooming, which quickly grew into a love for all things dog. She began in dog daycare & quickly advanced into our Hydrotherapy position. Her dedication to dogs wellness, and her passion to ensure each dog is treated like her own makes her an integral part of our team
