OUR MISSION: TO HONOUR ANIMALS AS COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE AND INTEGRAL SERVICE IN SUPPORT OF THEIR WELL BEING.
OUR VALUES: COMPASSION INTEGRITY SERVICE PATIENCE PLAY
We find ourselves respectfully located on the unceded Coast Salish Territory of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ nations.
Our Pet supply guide service team!
Aliviya
Aliviya
Aliviya
Aliyvia joined our team and the Cook Street community in 2024 and is loving learning about the area and the animals. When she is not working, she she can be found on Dallas Road taking her dog Jasper for a stroll.
Arden
Aliviya
Aliviya
Arden has been supporting our pets and their families for over a year. She takes great joy interacting and learning all she can to support them. When she isn't working, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading and drawing.
EMMA
Aliviya
EMMA
I love animals , art and nature! I am going to college to become an art therapist for kids with special needs :) I love to read write and do anything creative as well as spend time with the people I love.
Juno
Aliviya
EMMA
Since joing December 2024, Juno has been a friendly face for both pets and their owners. She enjoys engaging with the customers and making every visit a joyful experiene.
Kaelan
MIchelle
Michael
I love working with all sorts of animals. I think it's important to make their lives the happiest and healthiest as possible.
Michael
MIchelle
Michael
Michael’s passion for community brought him to Paws on Cook after time spent in the digital world. When he’s not serving pooches at Paws, Michael is drawing or sitting quietly in his yard with a coffee.
MIchelle
MIchelle
MIchelle
Michelle is here to greet you and your fur friends. She is passionate about supporting all that come through the doors of Paws on Cook. When not at Paws, Michelle enjoys collecting records or being in nature. You can typically find her at a beach!
Miya
MIchelle
MIchelle
Miya loves all things animals, be it bug, reptiles, cats or dogs. During her free time, she enjoys going on long walks with her dog Zorro as well as playing the flute.
Molly C
Molly C
Molly C
Info coming soon!
Molly W
Molly C
Molly C
Info coming soon!
Nicole
Molly C
Nicole
Info coming soon!
Our Pet supply guide Shift leaders!
Quinton
TIAME & merlin
TIAME & merlin
Quinton is on a quest to pet every dog that ventures into the store, big or small. He enjoys reading fantasy books in his spare time, and getting lost in Beacon Hill Park.
TIAME & merlin
TIAME & merlin
TIAME & merlin
I’ve been part of the Paws team since 2022, and when I’m not working, you’ll find me hiking through East Sooke Park, walking along Dallas Road with my dog, Merlin, or petsitting animals of all shapes and sizes. I’m looking forward to meeting your pups and spoiling them with lots of treats and pats!
Our Pet supply guide TEAM leaders!
CONNIE & MADDIE
LILY K & dandelion
CONNIE & MADDIE
TEAM LEAD OF OPERATIONS
Connie thrives to connect and serve 4 legged beings as well as their guardians. You can also find her running, hiking or at a local patio with her new pup Maddie.
Drewe & maggie
LILY K & dandelion
CONNIE & MADDIE
TEAM LEAD OF SALES, MARKETING & PROCUREMENT
Drewe has a passion for systems and making the numbers work, and he brings that with his love of animals to our team!
LILY K & dandelion
LILY K & dandelion
LILY K & dandelion
TEAM LEAD OF EVENTS & COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Lily has been with Paws on Cook since 2017. She and her dog Dandelion live in Cook Street Village and enjoy visiting all the neighbourhood shops. You can most often find Lily and Dandelion sun worshipping down at Dallas Beach.
ELISE & SWEET PEA
ELISE & SWEET PEA
LILY K & dandelion
ASSISTANT TEAM LEAD
Elise has been with Paws on Cook since 2021. She grew up with all kinds of scaled and furry friends. She loves nothing more than her pets SweetPea the Chihuahua, Nim the snake and her fish Ricecakes.
Jill & Hailey
ELISE & SWEET PEA
Jill & Hailey
TEAM LEAD OF HR
Jill has been working with pets for four years and is excited to share that experience with the Cook Street Village community. In her free time she enjoys hiking, soccer, and walking neighbourhood dogs.
PAWS ON COOK OWNERS
TAMARA & BRICE + GUNNER + PANDA + GRACIE
Tamara & Brice have both been animal lovers their whole lives, and their first date, of course, was a dog walk! Together they purchased Paws on Cook in 2015 with a vision of serving their community well with products, services & events, and are beyond grateful for the team and customer support they receive.
INDEPENDENT GROOMERS AT PAWS ON COOK!
Gaby dog services at paws on cook - returning clients only please!
Gaby dog services at paws on cook - returning clients only please!
Gaby dog services at paws on cook - returning clients only please!
Fear free certified and excited to bring her grooming expertise to Paws on Cook, Gaby is committed to providing top-notch services for your furry friends. With experience in Madrid, Miami, Budapest, Venezuela and now Victoria since 2015.
Gaby's dedication includes crafting a serene spa-like atmosphere for dogs during grooming, paired with clear communication with owners. Each dog receives meticulous attention, ensuring they feel cherished.
Gaby Dog Services is your trusted partner in pet care, boasting over a decade of experience in spreading joy to dog owners globally. Our team upholds the art of grooming while nurturing the bond between pets and owners.
Our holistic approach prioritizes the well-being of both pets and owners, using natural and organic materials for grooming. Our services focus on creating harmony between you and your pet, promoting both physical and emotional health.
Gaby's services include:
- Holistic therapies like Bach Flower remedies
- Organic cosmetology services
- Positive reinforcement training during grooming
- Nutritional guidance for treats and food.
- Grooming services tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog and owner, including breed-specific cuts and special requests.
Follow Gaby on social media:
Gaby Dog Services on Instagram
CURRENTLY BOOKING RETURNING CLIENTS ONLY PLEASE!
Kayla Fournier Grooming at paws on cook!
Gaby dog services at paws on cook - returning clients only please!
Gaby dog services at paws on cook - returning clients only please!
Kayla loves dogs with all of her heart, and finds great joy in helping them look their very best!
Kayla has been grooming dogs in Victoria since early 2021, and feels like she hasn't worked a day since.
Always looking for opportunities to grow and perfect her craft, she has cultivated expertise with breed specific haircuts, hand scissoring, and show quality finishes.
She has also taken a special interest in working with dogs who need a little bit of extra care and patience, including puppies, seniors, dogs with disabilities, and anxious dogs.
She takes the time to cultivate a kind, respectful, and loving connection with each dog she works with, giving them the one-on-one attention and care they deserve.
Kayla's services include:
- Puppy orientation to grooming
- Bath and blowout
- Nail trim
- Full haircut (including breed specific cuts, hand scissoring, and show quality finishing)
- Deshedding
- Dematting (when human to do so)
- Remedial work with anxious dogs
- Allergy conscious grooming
If you have questions about your specific needs, you can reach her at: kaylafourniergrooming@gmail.com
Flora of Pawfect Pets!
Samantha Mcbride Grooming on maternity leave!
Samantha Mcbride Grooming on maternity leave!
Flora is a passionate grooming professional with many years of experiences, owning a successful grooming business, known for her deep love for animals.
Flora considers grooming as a form of art and self expression. Skilled in handling over 60 various breeds and a variety of grooming patterns. She brings creativity and precision to every appointment, with an eye for detail and a dedication to pet care, she ensures that pets not only look thier best but are comfortable and cared for.
Flora's booking system is a little different than you might be use to if you've booked grooming at Paws on Cook before and appointments are by request only!
Samantha Mcbride Grooming on maternity leave!
Samantha Mcbride Grooming on maternity leave!
Samantha Mcbride Grooming on maternity leave!
Welcome back Samantha!
Nail Trim Tech & Grooming apprenticeS at PAWS ON COOK!
Nail Trims with Connie - Fear Free certified!
Connie has a deep love for furry companions and takes pride in honouring their well being . Having completed her dog grooming education certificate, she primarily does nail trims in the grooming salon and operates as an employee of Paws on Cook as a Team Lead.
Connie is Fear Free Certified and puts the well being of the animal first and foremost!
To book a Bath & Brush appointment with Connie, please email groom@pawsoncook.com
Connie offers Nail Trims by appointment only; click below to book!
ARE YOU A Dog GROOMER INTERESTED IN RENTING SPACE?
We offer a well equipped groom room with a dedicated reception area, back end booking support, and a location that is in high demand!
If you're curious and would like to learn more, please reach out by email to tamara@pawsoncook.com
OUR PARTNERS!
we love dog bless
We love dog bless, and the dogs they rescue! In store you can find gently used crates on consignment, photo greeting cards, and calendars for sale in support of this organization!
Interested in supporting them too? Click the link!
Alicia Gilmour Designs
We love Alicia and the work she produces; we also love her story!
Interested in purchasing your own art or looking for your own custom install? Click below!
DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT A MISSING PET?
if your pet is missing, if you find a lost pet, or if you spot a pet on the loose, the volunteers at roam are there to help!
GO TO roambc.org TO LEARN MORE
FOLLOW & SHARE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
SHARE MISSING PET INFO
REGISTER YOUR PET!
DONATE!