“Animals have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. When I wasn’t bothering the family cat Pizza, I was feeding the stray cats and baby raccoons or walking the neighbours’ dogs.  Then when I moved to Ottawa, I couldn’t help but adopt a goofy tuxedo cat of my own. I love that now when she’s napping all day, I get to go out and meet the wonderful pets at bwd. Working with them has taught me so much about pet care, and meeting each pet and getting to know their quirks makes every appointment a great one. Plus, I can’t think of a better way to keep exploring the different parts of Ottawa than with a furry friend by my side!”

"I grew up about thirty minutes north of Ottawa, in the Gatineau Hills. Animals and the outdoors have were an important part of my childhood and early adulthood. My family had two cats, we adopted two dogs, and two rabbits. It was chaotic at times, but I loved it! I now have my first ever pet that I am independently responsible for, my four-year-old domestic shorthair cat named Mia, who I adopted in October 2024. Taking care of Mia has been an important milestone in my life, and I think it has helped me grow and become more responsible overall.

Working for bwd has been the perfect job for me. I get to meet new animals every day, and I get to spend loads of time outdoors with them. I thought I knew a lot about taking care of animals before, but bwd has helped me learn about caring for pets in a way I never could have otherwise. Every single pet is different, and I love to learn about each of them. As a pet parent myself, I know how important it is to find the right people to take care of our furry friend(s) when we can’t, and I am so proud to be part of a company which cares so much and does such a great job! I am looking forward to meeting many more pets in the future, and to continuing to learn and grow here!"

“I’ve grown up around dogs and animals my whole life, and now I’m lucky enough to have a 3-pound chihuahua who totally runs the show. I’ve spent years caring for horses and traveling for horse shows, which taught me so much about building trust with animals and being attentive to their unique needs.

Getting to spend my days walking dogs truly feels like a dream come true. I love getting to know each pup’s fun personality and making sure our walks are always safe, full of love, and of course—plenty of sniffing and tail wags! I’m so excited to be part of the bwd Petcare team and can’t wait to meet more furry friends!”

“Growing up, I was always drawn to animals the most in my family! I grew up with 3 tea cup chihuahuas and a pug, and I spent most of my time providing them with the love they deserved! I currently have 4 cats of my own that are the sweetest fur babies I could have ever asked for! If I’m not at home giving them so much love, I’m taking the dogs of bwd out for walks, which is the highlight of my day! I love working for bwd and getting to experience the local areas of Ottawa, and meeting all kinds of new pets! It’s always rewarding to see the smile on their faces and their happy tail wags while they get some fresh air! It’s been such an honour to work with bwd and being supported by such an amazing staff! There’s always room for expanding your knowledge and horizons to learn and adapt to every dog's individual needs! After every walk, I’m always looking forward to the next one!”

“Throughout my childhood, my family always encouraged my love of animals. Growing up, I always had pets in my life. From cats and dogs to toads and horses, I have always surrounded myself with as many animals as possible. I loved every aspect of being around animals and often volunteered at my local stables for extra time with the animals around the property. As an adult with sadly no pets of their own, working with bwd has been a fantastic opportunity to meet and work with all the furry friends of Ottawa. I truly love being able to explore and get to know different areas of the city. It's important for me to always be learning- I’ve gained so much knowledge regarding pet care through working at bwd and I’m so excited to continue my journey here.”

“Growing up in Ottawa, animals were a regular part of my life. From deer in the front yard, squirrels and bunnies running about, and having pet hamsters, fish and a couple gerbils, I have always loved animals and their unique personalities. I now have a mini golden doodle and we love walking the many paths and scenic neighbourhoods of Ottawa! I am so happy to work with bwd, getting to spend time meeting new animal friends and exploring more of Ottawa. I really enjoy how working with bwd gets me outdoors more and I love learning new skills for pet care! Just as my dog is to my family, I know each pet I meet with bwd is an important family member and I will be sure to give them the absolute best care!!”

"I’ve enjoyed being around animals since I was little and love spending time with my own dog. It’s great getting to work with so many amazing pets while being outside and exploring more of Ottawa.”

“I grew up in the country with a house full of pets. Cats, dogs, birds, we had them all. I have always had a passion for working with animals, and I am so happy to be doing it again. I love spending my days outdoors, and going on adventures with all the lovely dogs we work with. From the smallest of small, to the big and cuddly, I love working with all the different mixes and personalities we care for at bwd. I'm always looking forward to our next adventure.”

“I have always loved animals and spending time with my pets. Walking my dog has always brought me joy and peace and I’m glad I get to bring that to all the dogs I walk.”

“I love being able to enjoy nature’s beauty on a daily basis with doggy companions. It’s such a satisfying and rewarding experience.“