THE OWNER
THE HUMANS @ MOUNTAIN PAWS
Hello and thanks for checking out Mountain Paws! I'm Tasha. I've had a lifelong love & passion for dogs and the outdoors. In 1998, I noticed that there was a lot missing in the dog care service industry in Vancouver; quality, small group dog walks, and customized, small group, in-home boarding that offered a high level of professionalism. With this knowledge I combined my two passions and made a career for myself. 22 years and 3 successful dog care businesses later we moved across the Province and settled in Rossland, BC where I started Mountain Paws. We now reside in Castlegar, BC but still serve Rossland and Trail.
I intrinsically love caring and advocating for dogs and have years of invaluable hands on experience working with dogs. I have Dog First Aid certificates, training certificates & experience, behavioral studies, diet courses and back country travel & guiding experience as well as a diploma in Outdoor Recreation Management, Also having Wilderness Rescue & Occupational First Aid Level 3 has taught me to operate my businesses in a *safety first* manner. Respecting the environment as well as other trail users are also important factors in running my business with integrity!
THE HUMANS @ MOUNTAIN PAWS
THE OWNER
Hello and thanks for checking out Mountain Paws! I'm Tasha. I've had a lifelong love & passion for dogs and the outdoors. In 1998, I noticed that there was a lot missing in the dog care service industry in Vancouver; quality, small group dog walks, and customized, small group, in-home boarding that offered a high level of professionalism. With this knowledge I combined my two passions and made a career for myself. 20 years and 3 still thriving dog care businesses later we moved across the Province and settled in Rossland, BC where I started Mountain Paws. We now reside in Castlegar, BC but still offer dog walking in Rossland, Trail Fruitvale and of course Castlegar.
I intrinsically love caring and advocating for dogs and have years of invaluable hands on experience working with dogs. I have Dog First Aid certificates, training certificates & experience, behavioral studies, diet courses, back country travel & guiding experience as well as a diploma in Outdoor Recreation Management. Also having Wilderness Rescue & Occupational First Aid Level 3 has taught me to operate my businesses in a *safety first* manner. Respecting the environment as well as other trail users are also important factors in running my business with integrity!
THE DOG LOVIN' DREAM TEAM
to work on an animal sanctuary in Asia. My love for animals run deep, but elephants, dogs and horses are my favorite, and to live amongst them while helping better their lives would be another dream come true. I am incredibly excited to be working with the Mountain Paws Team!
Meet LAINEY; A loving, patient dog aunty & pack leader extraordinaire! She was born and raised on a farm in Beausejour, outside of Winnipeg. For 19 years she care for and tended to cows, horses, dogs and cats. Her love for animals naturally bloomed. Lainey has a particular fondness for ‘human’s best friend’, is an outgoing and responsible young lady who is a natural fit for Mountain Paws! Living in Rossland for the last 6 years she adopted an even more active lifestyle and has been walking friend’s dogs as well as volunteering at the BCSPCA. DogSafe 1st Aid certification is to come! “One of my dreams is
TRACEY, (The Manager Extraordinaire!!!) I met Tasha a few years ago, while hiking with my dog, and was impressed by the way she managed the dogs in her care. I began thinking then how fortunate she was to be making her living doing this. Fast forward a few years, and now I get to combine my love for dogs with my love of being outside. And it's a bonus working with Tasha, and her amazing team. I have loved, owned and trained dogs all of my life, mostly my own German Shepherds, and sometimes for other people. My background includes working with children, especially preschoolers with various challenges, which taught me to make learning fun. The same principles apply to training dogs, cats, and horses, etc. (Even cows!) Envision the behavior you desire, position yourself and the dog for success, always end on a positive note, try to catch them doing the right thing, and praise them for it! I look forward to meeting all of our clients and working with their furry best friends. Blessings, Tracey.
BLAIR: I'm very excited to join the awesome team at Mountain Paws. I grew up in Nelson and after a dozen or so years away, I returned to the Kootenays and purchased a home in Warfield 7 years ago. I've been in the hospitality industry for the last 25 years and in that time, I've thoroughly enjoyed having dogs and dog sitting for friends and family. My most recent canine companion was a Siberan Husky that lived to over 14 years. I loved the challenge of getting him enough exercise and mental stimulation every day. We live in such a perfect area for outdoor doggie activities and I'm super stoked to expose our furry friends to safe and healthy adventures in the beautiful West Kootenays.
MIKE: I left Vancouver behind over a decade ago and am super happy to call the Kootenays home. I live in Castlegar with my teenage daughter and our puppy Dunkin. I’ve had animals since leaving the city; raising chickens and ducks, fish in the pond and tank, cats and dogs! Dogs have always had a special place in my heart. I love all breeds and sizes with an affinity to the great big softies who think they’re lap dogs. Can’t wait to explore the outdoors and work with your incredible dogs!
CHANTELLE- Animals, adventure and being amongst nature are my favourite things! From a young age I have absolutely loved animals, like a magnetic pull. My life has been surrounded by them always having a dog or multiple by my side. Animals just seem to gravitate to me and it definitely works both ways! I have much experience with daily care, wound care, training and building trust and forming bonds with animals. Working with horses and naturally breaking youngsters at a young age was such an invaluable experience. Farm life is where you will find me tending to all my dogs, horses, cats, chickens and ducks needs. I work hard at all I do and have so much fun doing it! Living in Casino allows us endless, year-round adventures from trail rides to snowshoeing, hiking and trekking with the pups. Can't wait to explore, adventure, connect and build relationships with all your lovely puppers!
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