Meet Our Staff

Get to Know Our Warm, Welcoming, and Compassionate Team

Michelle - Owner

I started Angel Paws in June of 2017, and we officially opened in October of that year. When I lost my precious dog, Kasey. I felt that I had to provide fellow pet owners with a caring, compassionate option for aftercare. Its Kasey’s legacy that all the pets that arrive here are loved, cuddled and treated like family. My favourite part of this job is providing pet owners with the care and kindness in moments they need it most. The best part of my day is listening to the stories we hear about the pets we love and miss so dearly and the tales of how loved each one of our fur family members are, passed and present. As an owner I have fantastic staff that I consider family, they allow me to be the homebody I am. I enjoy spending my time with my friends and family crafting, sewing, quilting and cross stitching. I love getting home to cuddle with my fur babies, Smokey and Magic my 10-year-old Domestic long-haired cats and Dobby, my 5-year-old Yorkshire terrier (who rules us all.)

Wandalee – Office Administrator

I started with Angel Paws in December 2023. My goal is always to try and be the type of person to keep the importance that it’s better to give than to receive and that flows into helping others who are hurting. Angel Paws does just that, they are a beacon of hope and give back a last memory to help pet families in the darkest moment of losing such loyal companions. I have 2 Morkies Maggie Rose and Mazie Anne. My favourite thing of my job is being a small part of giving back to assist in the beginning of healing for pet families in their time of loss/grief. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is that the goal of Angel Paws is to treat each pet as if it were our own through each step of the cremation process through care and detail. There is Nothing is more important than spending time with those we love (family & friends), camping, kayaking, gardening and quilting!

Laura – Office Administrative Team Lead

I started with Angel Paws in May 2022. In 2015, I decided to go back to school to work with animals & complete my Veterinary Assistant Diploma & working in clinics caring for pets. When I left the clinic, I had the desire to stay in the animal care field, that’s when the opportunity at Angel Paws presented itself. My fur babies are Snickels & Kicker, my beloved 2 kitty cats. My favourite part of my job is helping owners in their time of need. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is the amazing team that has turned into family. Also helps that our amazing boss has set an hour a week for staff “fun” time. I love spending time with my babies, sleeping and giving Campell & Bullett treats.

Gloria – Office Administrative

I started with Angel Paws in November 2022. My love for animals and having the ability to give families the closure of losing their beloved pet is what brought me to Angel Paws. Being from central Newfoundland this is something that is not available, which was a hard thing to deal with, when making the final arrangements for my beloved pets. My animal babies are Butter’s my Tuxedo Domestic Short Hair, Buddy my Mixed breed monster and Jiggs my Irish Setter. My favourite part of this job is providing pet owners with the care and kindness in moments they need it most. What I love most about this job is how all pets that come into our care, are treated like one of our own. I love spending time at home, relaxing and spending time with the fur babies.

Beth – Receptionist/ Office Administrative Assistant

I started with Angel Paws in April 2024. I was offered this position when I least expected it, and I am so glad that this opportunity came my way. I have the prettiest Tabby named Margo and the sweetest Lab Mix named Rufus. My favourite part of this job is working with an amazing team, that helps people through such a hard time. What I love most is the fact that we bring comfort and peace to families during such a difficult time and as an employee I love that we always make time for staff to connect and have fun outside of work. I love spending time with my family, cooking and watching tv in my comfies.

Nicole – Part-time Receptionist

I started with Angel Paws in July 2024. Michelle is a friend of mine and when she mentioned she needed some help, I jumped at the opportunity to help. My fur babies are Cyrus the Persian, Elvis the Himalayan, Morticia the Persian and Beckhan (Red Gremlin) the Persian. My favourite part of working at Angel Paws is working with a team, that works so well together. I love spending my time at home with my fur babies.

Jaxon – Office Assistant

I started with Angel Paws in March 2022. Angel Paws is a family business and I have spent a lot of time exposed to the details and the stories. It made me want to experience it for myself. My fur babies are Lexi who is Lab-Pitbull mix and Bruno who is a Lab-Rottweiler mix. My favourite part of working at Angel Paws is hearing every one’s stories and listening to them in a time of need. The staff is my favourite part of working at Angel Paws, they are my second family and mean the world to me. I love hanging out with my family and friends. Along with playing games in my free time.

Shadow aka Momma– Resident Office Foreman Lead

I started with Angel Paws in December 2020. I chose Angel Paws for the free housing, free food and bossing around the employees. I have my child with me does that count as a pet? My favourite part of living at Angel Paws is sleeping, demanding attention, having the staff clean my litter and coming in on the weekends just to feed me. My favourite part of my job is stealing all “my” employees’ lunches. For fun I sleep, eat, walk over everyone’s work and computers. I love to also meow/scream to try to trick people into feeding me multiple breakfasts and lunches.

Shye aka Baby – Resident Office Foreman

I started with Angel Paws in December 2020. I chose Angel Paws for the free housing, free food and bossing around the employees. My tail is my pet, and I must always put it in its place. My favourite part of living at Angel Paws is sleeping, demanding attention, having the staff clean my litter and coming in on the weekends just to feed me. My favourite part of my job is making “my” employees shine the laser pointer for me to chase . For fun I sleep, eat, walk over everyone’s work and computers. I love to also meow/scream to try to trick people into feeding me multiple breakfasts and lunches

Jessica – Pet Aftercare Specialist Lead

I started with Angel Paws in November 2022. I have worked in the animal industry my entire working life & was looking to stay in the same field, while trying something different. My fur babies are Skye the American Pitbull Terrier, Deacon the Doberman, Bullet the Australian Cattle Dog, Royal the Xoloitzcuintli and Kramar the Western Hognose snake. My favourite part about working at Angel Paws is the people I work with and the closure I give our clients in their time of need. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is the compassion we all have for one another and the keepsakes we can offer owners to remind them of their beloved pets. I love kayaking, walking my dogs, fishing and going on our side by side.

Deanne - Pet Aftercare Specialist

I started working at Angel Paws March 2024. My love for animals & being able to shine a bit of light through dark days, brought me to Angel Paws. Every pet deserves love even after they have passed. I have 3 Great Danes, Bowie who is 6, Sunnie who is 5 and Addie who is 2. My favourite part of my job is capturing a pet’s prints for the owners to have as a forever keepsake. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is my work family. Everyone supports each other and makes you feel part of something bigger. I love hiking, going for walks with my dogs and family, playing volleyball, sitting around a campfire and having movie nights with my son and spouse

Chrissy - Pet Aftercare Specialist

I started working at Angel Paws in May 2024. I already worked in the animal field and wanted to help bring comfort to people going through the loss of their beloved pet. My fur babies are Lilith who is a Lab Mix, Gary Lazereyes who is a Shapendoe, Toby who is a Pug-Beagle mix, Little Man who is a Black Domestic Short Hair, Topaz who is a Tabby Domestic Short hair, Carl who is a Ball Python and Nibbler who is a Bearded Dragon. My favourite part of my job is helping owner through such a hard time. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is the compassion shown to the clients and the care of their precious pets. I love hanging out with my pets, playing video games, kayaking and hiking.

Michelle aka Squared – Crematory Operator Lead

I started working at Angel Paws in April 2023. I started working in the animal industry in 2010. I have worked in boarding kennels, doggy daycares, with trainers and as a groomer. After seeing many clients lose their pets, I decided to switch to a career that would help owners while dealing with their loss. I have one pet Campbell who is a 7 year old Dalmatian. My favourite part of my job is providing comfort and closure to grieving pet parents. My favourite part of Angel Paws is my co-workers who have become such a big part of my life. For fun I love spending time at home, hiking or doing dog sports with Campbell.

Zack – Crematory Operator

I started working at Angel Paws in March 2022. I was volunteering at CBS Animal Hospital, giving me the interest in working in the animal care field. The position came up at Angel Paws and Oliver thought it would be a good fit for me, so I went for it and have not looked back. I have 5 pets, Mumbo who is a Husky, Ozias who is a Husky, Lab, German Shepherd mix, Lilly who is a Miniature Dachshund, Whitney who is a Tabby Cat and Chester who is a Bangel Cat. My favourite part of working at Angel Paws is working as part of the cremation team. My favourite part about Angel Paws is being able to work with such great friends and being able to help families in their time of mourning. For fun I love eating, watching documentaries, sewing things, drawing, going on adventures and finding antiques with Oliver.

Jen – Part-Time Crematory Operator

I started working here in 2022. I was working in the Veterinary medicine field and wanted to be able to help families from star to finish. I have 6 pets Anton who is a Domestic Short Hair, Sylvie who is a Domestic Short Hair, Nomad who is a Domestic Short Hair, Nimbus who is a Mastiff Mix and Atlas who is a Pitbull Mix. My favourite part of working with Angel Paws is helping get a pet back to their mourning families. My favourite part about Angel Paws is the people who work here. For fun I spend my time kissing every cat that comes into the clinic or the cats at home.

Cory – Processing Operator

I started working at Angel Paws in August 2022. I didn’t really chose this field, it kind of chose me. I have not had any pets since our dear Willow passed away. My favourite things about working at Angel Paws is the consistency, I love having my own tasks and having a set schedule. My favourite part of Angel Paws is being able to have conversations with my co-workers. For fun I like to go out on quad, watching movies and tv shows, hanging out with my wife and doing a little gamming on my phone.

Lilith – Comfort K9

I started working at Angel Paws in May 2024. I chose this field because then I get to work with my mom. I don’t have any pets, but I have siblings. My favourite part of working at Angel Paws is all the cuddles and treats I get from all my co-workers. My favourite part of Angel Paws is making new friends and getting all the love and snacks. For fun I like going swimming, going for walks, eating and making new friends.

Bullet – Garage Foreman Lead – Comfort K9

I started working at Angel Paws in August 2023. I chose to work at Angel Paws because I would get to spend the day with mom, without my brother and sisters and to help the employees keep a smile on their face. The best part of coming to work is getting all the pets, snacks and love from my co-workers. For fun I spend my time chewing my toenails, going on walks, swimming, going on my mom’s kayak and going for ATV rides.

Campbell – Garage Foreman

I started working at Angel Paws in August 2023. I heard about all the treats and love that I would get by coming to work with my mom. My only pet is my purple stuffed unicorn. My favourite part of my job is looking so cute and adorable that no one can resist giving me treats. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is all the snacks and apples that I get from all my favourite humans here. Mom thinks I’m spoiled. For fun I like going on hikes with my mom to places all around Newfoundland and even the United States. I also love going to training classes and doing dog sports. I am a lucky boy.

Lily – Part-time Cremation Support

I started working here in 2023. I heard all about the treats that were being given out and wanted to get in on it. I live with my 4 older siblings Whitney, Chester, Mumbo & Ozias. Chester is my best friend he’s a cat, but I don’t care because he helps watch me, so I don’t get in trouble. Chester might be my best friend, but I cuddle with Whitney every night before bed. My favourite part of working at Angel Paws is being able to come to work with my dad and to see all my friends. Oh, also the treats can’t forget the treats. My favourite thing about Angel Paws is how happy all the people working there makes me feel. I truly love giving out kisses. For fun I love to bark at my older brother Ozias and running around our back yard. I also love getting into my dad’s shirt and watching movies with him.