Our Staff
Manager - Leah (she/her)
Animal Carer - Erica (they/she)
Animal Carer - Erica (they/she)
Leah holds a Certificate II in Animal Care, and previously volunteered at the Domestic Animal Services shelter. She also holds a Bachelor of Management from Canberra University Leah holds first aid qualifications for both animals and humans. She has two dogs at home - a Spoodle and Cavoodle X. When she isn't working, she is probably dancing, painting or hanging out with dogs.
Animal Carer - Erica (they/she)
Animal Carer - Erica (they/she)
Animal Carer - Erica (they/she)
Erica holds Certificate III's in Companion Animal Services, and Dog Behaviour and Training. They currently volunteer at the RSPCA and has previously volunteered at the National Zoo and Aquarium. If she could, she would adopt all animals.
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Animal Carer - Erica (they/she)
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Ashleigh previously worked at Domestic Animal Services where she mastered her dog handling skills. She's interested in scent work and dog enrichment. When she's not at work, Ashleigh can be found camping and 4WDing.
Animal Carer - Tahlia
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Tahlia comes to us with several years experience working in a dog daycare environment. When she's not at work she loves spending time with her nephews.
Animal Carer - Kiara
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Kiara holds a Certificate II in Animal Studies with several years experience working with dogs in daycare and grooming environments. In her spare time, she can be found hanging out with a groodle, a cat and a macaw!
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Animal Carer - Ashleigh
Ashleigh is currently studying a Certificate II in Animal Studies. She comes with experience caring for pets at a local veterinary clinic and at CIT Dog Daycare. In her spare time, Ashleigh loves to spend time with her Alaskan malamute at home, play with him and his toys and chilling watching movies.
Work Experience - Marnie (she/her)
Work Experience - Marnie (she/her)
Work Experience - Marnie (she/her)
Marnie joins us as part of her school work experience program. She is passionate about caring for animals and is keen for a career in animal management. In her spare time, Marnie likes to do art, learn to cook, and care for her family's animals which includes turkeys, chickens and sheep.
Our Values
Providing a high level care for your loved ones
All our staff have training in animal welfare, first aid and appropriate dog handling. We are sticklers for cleanliness and infection control. We believe in quality and will never use cheap products just to save money.
Your dog's experience should be happy and Fear Free
Our staff are Fear Free certified and will do everything they can to ensure your dog feels safe, calm and happy while in our care. We will never cause your dog to stress just for the 'gram.
We aim to reduce our environmental impact whenever possible
If we can reduce waste, reuse, recycle, repair or let it compost, we are onto it. We are conscientious consumers and take into consideration recycled content, buying local, recyclability and ethical business practices.
Diversity makes the world go round
A diverse range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences is invaluable to a creating strong, happy and respectful workplace. Everyone is welcome at ACT Barks and Recreation. We are BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ friendly.