The Paw Pack
"Treating your dogs like our own, we will provide a fun, safe, place for your pups and our team. It is our promise to be open, honest, and transparent with our pet-parents. We stand by our belief to offer the best care to you and your fur-babies"
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The Paw Pad Team
est. 2021
Vescinda
Veterinary Assistant
I am a Veterinary Assistant who graduated alongside Brittany. Both of us were taught by the magnificent, Jules Fletcher. Eager to start practicing my skills, I was hired before I was finished my college program. Working at Basinview Animal Hospital for a year and a half, with many dogs, clients, and staff, I am looking forward to meeting all your fur babies and utilizing my passion & skills. When not at work I spend all of my free time with Cora, my recue dog from Texas. She loves coming to work with mommy too.
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*Shown in photo is "Cash" a handsome Shiloh Shepherd & daycare pup.
Alexis
Canine Behaviour Coach
Growing up in Nova Scotia, my love for dogs began early on. I recently graduated at Animal Behaviour College and earned my ABCDT certification in dog training in February 2024. I have almost two years experience working at dod daycares. When I'm not busy with our furry friends, I'm hitting the ice or the diamond, playing hockey and softball. I also have certifications in pet first aid and extensive knowledge in dog behavior, I approach every interaction with our canine companions with expertise and compassion. Whether it's leading pack walks, hosting dogs for boarding, or simply enjoying the outdoors, I find joy in every tail wag and playful bark.
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*Shown in photo is "Tilly" a beautiful Border Collie and Retreat lover.
Hayley
Canine Retreat Coach
Hayley loves all things DOGS! She has worked at two other well known dog daycares in Nova Scotia. After a short break in the dog world, she knew she had to put her best paw forward and apply to work with us. When she is not busy playing and loving on your pups in our Retreat areas, you can find her busting it at her waitressing job or kicking back to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. She looks forward to meeting all The Paw Pad pups & their families.
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*Shown in this photo is "Jaxy-Boy" a snuggly Doodle and Join the Pack Member.
Lexie
University Student
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Raised in the Timberlea community itself, I grew up with a passion for animal care and interacting with nature. I am currently in my first year of Dalhousie's Medical Sciences Program. Over the past year, I have been dog-walking and pet-sitting in the community to balance my studies with doing something I love. You can often find me walking the trails with a dog or two, or playing fetch at one of the local dog parks in HRM. I am excited to share the same love and care to all the dogs who join the Paw Pad Pack.
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*Shown in this photo is "Max" an adventurous Havanese and regular Saturday Social goer!
Lauren
Veterinary Assistant
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I reached out to The Paw Pad in the summer of 2024. I was looking for an on-the-job placement for my Veterinary Assistant program.
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I was accepted and spent 8 weeks learning and expanding my knowledge in the Retreat, Itty Bitty, and the Spa.
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After my placement ended, I was offered a position to stay, which I gladly accepted. I am so excited to continue my Paw Pad journey with all of your pups.
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*Shown in this photo is Roxie, a busy Boston Terrier who is full of beans and it's not often she isn't on the move. We take the snuggles when we can.
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Leigh Ann
Dog Groomer
Leigh Ann is on her next adventure of life...dog grooming! She spent most of her career working at Veterinary Clinics as a Registered Veterinary Technician. She even worked with Jules at Maritime Business College teaching the Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant Courses. Next up is a keen interest in Dog Grooming. Leigh Ann knows the importance that grooming has on the overall health of your fur-baby. She is here to apply the skills she has learned over the years and loves to provide lots of client education along your pups grooming journey. She is also "Fear-Free Certified on many levels including Grooming.
Meet her at the SPA!
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*Our dog model here is "Sully" a sweet Cockapoo who enjoys sitting pretty on the grooming table.
Ashley
Certified Groomer
My name is Ashley & I joined the Paw Pad in Jan 2023, after completing a grooming certification program at Elite Dog Grooming School in Moncton, NB.
I am happy to be working in here in Timberlea, where I also reside. I moved here in 2021 with my husband, son, and our dog.
I can't wait to meet & clean up your pups.
*Shown in this photo is "Kade" a fun-loving Labradoodle. He loves daycare & spa days!
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