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At PawPals, we’re not just a daycare – we’re a big family, and your dog is a huge part of it! We take the time to get to know each pooch individually – their unique quirks, how they love to play, and when it’s time to relax and enjoy a cuddle.

We build real connections with every dog, so they’re always excited to come back and see us! Our team isn’t just made up of dog lovers (although we totally are) – we’re passionate, experienced, and dedicated to making sure your doggo has the best day ever!

With a focus on safety, happiness, and personalised care, we’re here to make sure your dog is relaxed, content, and loving life every single day they spend with us.

About

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.

Fun Facts

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!

About

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.

Fun Facts

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.

About

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.

Fun Facts

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!

About

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.

Fun Facts

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.

About

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.

Fun Facts

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.

About

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.

Fun Facts

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.

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What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?

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About

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!

Fun Facts

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

About

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!

Fun Facts

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.

About

Fun Facts

What store would you happily max out your credit card?

As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?

Name something on your bucket list?

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?

What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?

What’s your favourite colour?

About

Fun Facts

What store would you happily max out your credit card?

As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?

Name something on your bucket list?

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?

What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?

What’s your favourite colour?

About

Fun Facts

What store would you happily max out your credit card?

As a child what did you want to be when you grew up?

Name something on your bucket list?

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?

What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard and who was it from?

What’s your favourite colour?

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#ThePawPalsGals!

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