Each K9 Caregiver has been chosen for their passion, which is proven through educational courses, workshops, volunteerism, and previous work experience. They are highly trained in understanding and managing dogs and group dynamics. In addition, all K9 Caregivers hold their Pet First Aid Certificate.
Our Pledge.
To give our client’s dogs the utmost care for their safety and well being by constantly educating ourselves in the most current scientific information on dog behaviour and group management skills.
Raising the Bar with a Higher Standard of Care
Owner ~ Jamie Patterson
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Kelsey ~ Manager / Dog TrainerKelsey has been with K9HQ since October 2012. She was born and raised in Victoria and has always had a passion for dogs. Her experience consists of in-home pet sitting, group dog walking, volunteering for the SPCA and fostering orphaned puppies. She strongly values humane, science-based animal training. At home Kelsey lives with her two rescue dogs Chia & Kasey, who always make her smile. Kelsey holds a Diploma in Exercise & Wellness from Camosun.Kelsey is certified in DogSafe Canine First Aid, and holds a Certificate for Training & Counselling (CTC) from The Academy for Dog Trainers. |
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Kaylyn ~ K9 CaregiverKaylyn has been with K9HQ since March 2018. Bio coming soon!Kaylyn is certified in Dogsafe Canine First Aid. |
Elora (Lola) – K9 Caregiver |
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Jenna – K9 Caregiver |
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Jordan – K9 Caregiver / Dog GroomerJordan has been with K9HQ since September 2018. She was born and raised in Victoria, and had always had a passion for animals big and small. Pictured with her is her Shiloh Shepherd, Kairo, and her horse, Scoot. At home she also has her two senior rescue cats Max and Tobi. Previous experience Jordan has is working at a pet and feed store and volunteering at a private dog grooming salon with basic training. Jordan is also experienced in house and pet sitting and has taken care of animals from dogs and cats to bearded dragons, sheep, pigs and horses. We are excited to have Jordan with our K9HQ family!Jordan offers in home boarding and is certified in Dogsafe Canine First Aid. She is currently enrolled full time in Western Dog Grooming School, and will rejoin K9HQ in August as a certified Dog Groomer! |
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Sarah ~ K9 CaregiverSarah has been at K9HQ since September 2018. She has felt a very strong connection with animals since before she can remember and has decided to put her natural skills to work. Sarah plans to attend the Academy for Dog Trainers to become a professional force-free trainer. In her free time Sarah loves hiking and camping with her puppy Leksa and also has a passion for photography. We love having Sarah as a part of our team and are thrilled to be working with her as she pursues her dream career!Sarah offers in home boarding and is certified in Dogsafe Canine First Aid. |
Karren ~ GroomerKarren joined K9HQ in April 2016. She has been grooming dogs since she was 18 years old. Before coming here she worked at Pet’s Choice in Langford for over 15 years. When Pet’s Choice closed down, Karren knew she wanted to continue grooming dogs, and felt that K9HQ would be a great place to move her clientele to. She enjoys grooming dogs of all breeds and sizes. Karren is married with 2 sons and 2 grandsons. Besides grooming dogs, Karren likes relaxing at her home in Sooke and walking along the beach with her Bichon/Maltese cross, Ozzie. She enjoys working with her family of fellow dog lovers, and we are excited to have Karren part of the K9HQ team!Karren is certified in Dogsafe Canine First Aid. |
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Taylor – K9 Caregiver
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