Team Members
Team Members
Who We Are
Our aim is to enrich the lives of canine companions through access
to a safe, social and educational centre,
where you can feel confident that experienced professionals
really care about your best furry friends.
Jill
Canine Communicator
Jill worked as a Veterinary Nurse for eight years prior to building Yours In Paws.
She realised a need in the community for a safe, stimulating environment for our furry companions, and wanted to also provide educational services which include Training, Grooming and Nutrition.
She shares her life with two dogs and a cat who give her love, companionship and more than a few giggles.
Jill has over 18 years experience training puppies and adult dogs. She loves sharing their journeys and watching them develop life skills.
She has completed a Canine Nutrition Course and hopes to continue to help clients make informed decisions about their canine companion's diets, training and lifestyles.
Annette
Team Manager and Canine Carer
Annette has completed her Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing in early 2020 and comes with many years experience in HR and IT.
She has previously bred Shepherds and lives with two adult dogs along with two human boys.
Annette also works at Paul's Veterinary Clinic as a Veterinary Nurse is also involved with K9 Search and Rescue here is Tassie.
We all wonder when she sleeps!
Jacinta
Canine Carer and Training Assistant
Jacinta has completed a Certificate 2 in Animal Studies and is a keen horse rider in her spare time, also enjoying helping others involved in show jumping competitions.
She devotes a lot of energy into caring for and training her two beautiful adult Shepherds and a young Border Terrier.
Jacinta also assists with our Beginners Training course after many years experience in dog training, tracking and nose work.
Fiona
Canine Carer
Fiona is a former Veterinary Nurse with over 13 years experience. Having completed Certificate 2 and 3 in Animal Studies, Certificate 4 in Small Business Management and a Nutritional Advisor Program makes her a great addition to our team.
Fiona lives with her husband, two lovely daughters and a beautiful cat.
Katherine
Canine Carer
Katherine has over eleven years experience as a passionate animal attendant, previously working with the RSPCA.
She brings many skills and knowledge to our team and loves watching the antics and communication between all of the dogs, which at times, is a great source of entertainment.
Josh
Junior Canine Carer
Josh is completing his high School education to pursue a career in IT.
He has experience with breeding German Shepherds and shares his life with a Huntaway gentleman and Shepherd lady who adore him.
In his spare time, he enjoys gaming and watching Japanese animations.
Bec
Canine Carer
Bec has completed her Certificate 2 and 3 in Animal Studies and has been caring for various animals her whole life. Her schooling involved horse and cattle handling, winning a collection of trophies and ribbons along with working for animal welfare organisations such as the RSPCA.
She lives with her husband, fur babies Harley, Winter and Artemys, along with a family of guinea pigs and fish.
Abbie
Canine Carer
Abbie completed her Certificate 2 and 3 in Animal Studies in 2020 with Tas TAFE.
She shares her life with her lovely girl Bella and a number of family pets.
Tahni
Canine Carer and Training Assistant
Tahni joined the YIPs family in January 2021. Since then, Tahni has gone on to complete her Certificate II in Animal Studies and adopted a Border Collie pup.
As well as caring for your canine companions, Tahni assists with Puppy School and Beginners Training and hopes to one day gain qualifications in this area.
Tahni has also completed 2 years of grooming training to become a skilled dog groomer who has started her own business from home.
Rob
Canine Carer and Trainer
Rob has achieved a Certificate 3 in Dog Training and Behaviour with the NDTF in 2023.
He assists in our Puppy Playschool and Beginners Training courses and also helps people with training challenges in his spare time.
He is currently a volunteer with Guide Dogs Tasmania, assisting with boarding and training for the past few years.
Whilst dogs are welcome in Rob and his lovely wife’s home, their cat rules the roost and prefers being an only child.
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