Rose & Kate - Directors of WillyBobs Dogs
Kate
Director of WillyBobs Dogs
I've worked with animals since I was sixteen. I remember becoming obsessed with them at a very young age. Initially I thought I wanted to be a vet but after working in a veterinary practice that quickly changed. My love and passion for animals was far too strong to handle the devastation of working in that environment. I've also worked in Cattery's, kennels and re-homing shelters and studied animal management - leaving college with a double distinction extended diploma. When it comes to dogs I find it fascinating how they each have their own little personality and I love getting to know each one individually and learning what they love and what enables them to flourish. It's amazing how trusting these animals are how much they give back. I've suffered with anxiety and panic attacks from a young age and found that running my own business, doing what I absolutely adore has enabled me to turn my life around and thrive. I started the business in 2014 formally known as 'Kate's Animal Care'. In 2015 I employed my first employee, which was the lovely Rose. Rose and I quickly became the best of friends and after 9 successful years with her by my side I asked her to become my business partner - This was when WillyBobs Dogs was born. We are so passionate about what we do - this business we have created is our pride and joy and I just hope that shines through in everything we do :)
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management
- 15+ years experience in the animal care industry
- Canine First Aid
Rose
Director of WillyBobs Dogs
I knew from a VERY young age that dogs were my passion, our house was always full of them! From the age of 16 I worked in a kennel and moved to work at WBD for the last 10 years! And I can safely say I have loved every second of it. Learning and growing alongside all your lovely pups makes it easy to get up and go to work everyday. Building a strong friendship and working relationship with Kate I had the privilege of becoming a partner, me and my dog Bob (one of the beautiful faces of WBD) are excited for our future here, and hope your dogs will come and join us on our journey! I feel very lucky to be developing this small business together with Kate and giving my son the opportunity to grow up, as I did, to know and love dogs of all types! Canine behaviour is a big passion of mine so getting to know all of the dogs as individuals and helping them grow in confidence or support owners through tough behaviours is something I find so much joy in! Kate and I throw ourselves into this small business and strive to ensure all the dogs are happy & healthy, along with total owner satisfaction, I hope we succeed in delivering this everyday!
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management
- Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour
- 10+ years experience working with dogs
- Canine First Aid
Becky
Administrator and Doggy Daycare Assistant
I have been working for WBD for 5 years now. My journey with WBD started as Kate's maternity leave and I just never left! During my time here I loved developing my skills of working with lots of different and amazing kinds of pups. I really enjoy how everyday is different and getting to watch dogs (especially puppies) grow and develop their confidence and personalities. I cant imagine myself working anywhere else and feel very lucky to work with your lovely pups! Soon I will be off on maternity leave myself but I cant wait to be back with a little WBD staff member in training.
- Level 2 Dog Grooming
- Level 2 Animal Management
- First Aid Trained (Canine & Human)
- 5 years experience working with dogs
Ryan
Doggy Daycare Assistant
I am the newest member of the WBD team and I am super excited for this new venture. I have always had a deep passion for dogs and spent my childhood days looking after my family and friends' dogs as well as my own. I also have experience working in a dog groomers, walking, drying and bathing the dogs where i was lucky enough to meet dogs of all sizes and breeds! Getting to know the dogs at daycare has been so much fun, every single one is different and they all have their own little personalities that shine through! Since working here my family and friends have noticed how much happier I am, I'm so excited for my future here at WBD!