Meet Our Team of Passionate Pet Peeps
Our Story
Ciao! Did you know Pawz & Me was actually born in Italy?
At just 21 years old, our Founder Emily started to rethink her Hospitality career whilst galivanting around Europe with her now-husband Corey and gushing over all the well-loved European street cats and dogs.
After weeks of discussing the idea, and whilst laying on a stiff mattress in an uncomfortably hot Airbnb in central Oslo, Norway the night before they flew home to Sydney, Em decided there and then to change the course of her life forever.
In 2024, the business transitioned to new ownership under Christine who had already been a dedicated team member at Pawz & Me for 2 years. Christine is wholeheartedly committed to upholding the exceptional service and community spirit that Emily established. She is also passionate about continuing the vision that Emily had for the business, ensuring its continued growth and positive impact on the community.
Since the humble beginnings, we’ve worked with over 1,200 clients and now offer a growing range of quality Pet Services.
And there’s plenty more to come for the future at Pawz & Me!
We have a genuine passion for the health, wellbeing and happiness of animals. This allows us to never stop learning, growing, and giving back to them.
Our unwavering commitment and flexible scheduling gives our Clients the reliable service they depend upon, sometimes at the drop of a hat!
Our Clients are the lifeblood of our business. We strive to meet and exceed their expectations by providing quality pet care, creating memorable relationships, and working with empathy and understanding.
Christine
Christine has always had a passion to work with animals big and small. After working at Pawz & Me for 2 years, she loved the business so much she bought it!
Christine is extremely passionate about pet adoption, having adopted a Great Dane X named Rocco who she loves more than life itself.
In Christine’s spare time, she loves hanging with her big Italian family and catching all the latest comedy flicks at the cinema.
Great Dane X
Great Dane, Saint Bernard, Newfoundland and Irish Wolfhound
She is adopted!
Shannon
Shannon has always loved animals, and feels beyond lucky to work in a field that lets her combine that love with her business savvy.
When she’s not helping our Clients manage their bookings, you will find her snuggled up to her furry baby Henry, or down at the beach.
Chocolate Labrador
Golden Retriever
Coffee Enthusiast
Gizelle
Gizelle’s first best friend was her poodle, Chad, gifted to her by her mum when she was 8 years old. Ever since, she’s been a big animal lover and at one point over the last 4 years has had 3 dogs, 6 puppies, a hedgehog, 2 turtles and 2 lovebirds all at the same time.
She’s a florist by trade, was once an aspiring horticulturalist who owned more than a hundred plants and loves to paint landscapes and architectural portraits using watercolours.
Gizelle’s lifelong dream is to retire as a painter hermit by the sea surrounded by a dog, a cat, shelves of books, plants and lots of art.
3 Dogs & a Hedgehog!
Dachshunds & Corgis
BTS Army
Latanna
Latanna has always had a passion to work with animals big and small for as long as she can remember. She has owned multiple different types of animals ranging from reptiles, birds to rabbits and fish!
Latanna is always up for an adventure, seeking to find new experiences and learn new things. She enjoys going on hikes, mountain biking in the botanic gardens, spending time with friends and family, and visiting the beach.
1 cat & 2 goldfish
Japanese Spitz
Lucy
Growing up, Lucy’s family never wanted any pets, but with sheer determination in the form of a few slideshows of why she needs a puppy, countless after-school hours spent at the Camden Pet Shop and dragging her dad to animal shelters on weekends, Lucy finally had her first dog when she turned 11. Django, named by her dad and brother, was an Australian Terrier puppy and he was Lucy’s first best friend. The same way girls wrote in their diaries, Lucy spoke to Django about her day and her dreams.
None currently 😭
Greyhound, Dachshund & Australian Terrier
Pro Snowboarder
Abbey
Abbey has always loved animals and has had a number of pets over the years such as dogs, cats, mice, ferrets and her special bestie, Frank the Fighting Fish. She really loves animals of all shapes and sizes!
She’s currently studying for a Bachelor of Psychology and is eager to gain skills in animal therapy and support. When she’s not studying, you’ll find her watching movies, finding new recipes or spending time with her friends and family.
English Staffy & Cat
Italian Greyhound
Some say she’s Psychic!
Felicity
Felicity has always had a passion for working with all animals as they bring so much happiness into her life.
Growing up on a small farm, Felicity was introduced to many kinds of animals, including alpacas, sheep, dogs, and a lovely pony.
Felicity is also a big supporter of animal rescue, and recently rescued her first dog from the RSPCA. (That’s him, looking all smoochy in the photo!)
Besides being a lover of animals big and small, Felicity enjoys painting, spending time with her family and friends, and exploring the outdoors with camping and 4WDing. She’s also interested in Law and is currently completing a Bachelor in Criminology.
1 Dog & 1 Rabbit
Staffy & Aussie Shepherd
Loves to paint!
Caitlyn
Caitlyn’s passion for animals began when her mum bought her a puppy for her 7th birthday. She named her Tinky (after Tinkerbell) and she is still her best friend to this day.
When she’s not walking her three dogs or training her bunny, Caitlyn loves to be cuddled up on the lounge with a good book or going to her local beaches for a walk or swim.
Shih Tzu X, 2 French Bulldogs, and a Mini Lop Rabbit
Whippet & Dobermann
Trained alpacas for 4 years
Emily
Em is Pawz & Me’s founder. She founded P&M in 2017 after dreaming of working with animals since she was a kid. A 5-week European adventure in 2017 left her returning to her boring job and saying “Nah… Not for me, thanks.” and since then she’s never looked back!
As well as being an avid animal lover, Em is big on female empowerment and providing local employment opportunities for young women. She has built Pawz & Me with an open and empowered work culture where our all-women team can pursue their passion in animal care and break the stereotypes and boundaries of our industry.
Em is passionate about all things pets and supporting small biz with community over competition. She takes huge pride in the achievements of Pawz & Me’s incredible team of women.
3 rescue kitties & 2 rabbits
English Staffy
Espresso Martini fanatic
Laura
Laura is a dog person to a tee and often becomes distracted by cute doggy grins. With her background in online marketing, working for Pawz & Me has quickly become the ideal combination of everything she loves, all rolled into one.
You’ll find Laura in the Pawz & Me office most days, although she tries to sneak in the van every now and again to ride along with the team and get some cuddles in. In her spare time, Laura enjoys being a mum to her two kids, hanging out with her rescue Staffy, Bronco, and photography.
A Staffy
Staffy & Border Collie
Half Dutch, Half Aussie
Maybe You?
Our staff must...
Be passionate about the welfare and well-being of animals
Communicate in a professional and friendly manner
Be able to work unsupervised and independently whilst following instructions
Remember vital details regarding a portfolio of clients
Have a clean driving record, and valid Australian drivers license.
Be physically active
Have up-to-date Police-Checks & Referees
If this sounds like you, then please send a current resume, cover letter and references to: