At Woofs ‘n Wags we provide a clean and safe environment built not only on an infinite love of dogs but also on a core understanding of dog behavior. Each of the members of Woofs team undergoes a supervised training protocol. As such, new members learn about behavior and canine body language. Studies include book theory, practical training and ongoing seminars.
Our team members are all longer term as they are valued for their dedication to our visitors. We do not have volunteers in any capacity to ensure the quality and standard of our care and long term relationships with all of our visitors.
We have over 20 team members who exemplify our approach to dog behaviour. A few of our team member introductions are below.
The Owner
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Nikki Sherwin CPDT-KA has chosen not to affiliate and be a certified dog trainer. She has a degree in psychology and a College certificate in Child and Youth Worker. She always had a keen interest in behavior. She started off being professionally employed in 1994 teaching behavioral programs to children. She developed and taught anger management, self-esteem and friendship groups and participated in one to one counseling. Her experience in child psychology transitioned to dog behavior and she never stopped.
Since 1997 Nikki has worked professionally with dogs. Nikki’s experience has included:
Her dream became a reality when she opened Woofs ‘n Wags in 2007 , wherein she puts the dogs dreams first which includes leading a daycare environment that is Collar free and Aversive free. She coined the phrase and leads Woofs 'n Wags as Winnipeg's only NAKED DAYCARE. Click to find out more (coming soon). Please view her professional development and the core to Woofs ‘n Wags by clicking on the link below: Nikki Sherwin's Professional Development History For a list of great resources and my personal library click here. I invite anyone with a keen interest in dog behavior to ask about my favorites and I will lend books/dvd’s to anyone interested...just ask:) |
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Auntie Allex
Allex joined Woofs 'n Wags in 2007.
Allex has a lifetime of experience with rescues. She fostered and had countless
itters that she raised and bottle fed. Coupled with that experience is her natural ability to understand canine communication. In the past 9 years she has attended multiple weekend workshops in the field of behaviour. Her strength in the positive approach to daycare management resonates with all her coworkers.
At Woofs her love of dogs is unending and the care she shows them is incredible. She is always coming up with new approaches in the positive approach to behaviour which includes games to play with them like hide and seek and find the ball. if she is needed she is here for our Woofers and Wagglers!!!
Thanks Allex. Many of you see Allex after work to. Just go to the dog park or to a rescue party or gathering…you will probably find ALLEX!!!
Allex joined Woofs 'n Wags in 2007.
Allex has a lifetime of experience with rescues. She fostered and had countless
itters that she raised and bottle fed. Coupled with that experience is her natural ability to understand canine communication. In the past 9 years she has attended multiple weekend workshops in the field of behaviour. Her strength in the positive approach to daycare management resonates with all her coworkers.
At Woofs her love of dogs is unending and the care she shows them is incredible. She is always coming up with new approaches in the positive approach to behaviour which includes games to play with them like hide and seek and find the ball. if she is needed she is here for our Woofers and Wagglers!!!
Thanks Allex. Many of you see Allex after work to. Just go to the dog park or to a rescue party or gathering…you will probably find ALLEX!!!
Auntie Shaye
Shaye holds many hats at Woofs 'n Wags and began working when she was shy of 14 years of age.
Shaye is our Daycare Manager and our Social Media Manager. She welcomes and leads all new team members. Recently she has followed a path to grooming and enjoys her time on Saturdays to pamper all her fur kids.
She has been surrounded her entire life by dogs and horses. She has experience and understanding of animals and has worked with many personalities and believes in building trustful relationships.
Shaye is currently working toward certifications in both dog Knowledge and Grooming.
She shares her life with 4 K9 kids and her horse Kyro. Shaye also participates in English jumping.
Shaye holds many hats at Woofs 'n Wags and began working when she was shy of 14 years of age.
Shaye is our Daycare Manager and our Social Media Manager. She welcomes and leads all new team members. Recently she has followed a path to grooming and enjoys her time on Saturdays to pamper all her fur kids.
She has been surrounded her entire life by dogs and horses. She has experience and understanding of animals and has worked with many personalities and believes in building trustful relationships.
Shaye is currently working toward certifications in both dog Knowledge and Grooming.
She shares her life with 4 K9 kids and her horse Kyro. Shaye also participates in English jumping.
Our Certified Professional Grooming Team
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Victoria Scott
Woofs roles and history: Victoria is talented and multifaceted in her experience with teaching and behaviour with a compilation of certifications in grooming and training. This dual approach to behaviour and experience has spanned her career for over 15 years. Victoria has been a large part of Woofs ‘n Wags for over 12 years. She holds many flags which include but not limited to: Manager of the Donald location Award winning groomer Victoria has chosen to withdraw from her Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) . A public statement will be provided. Specializing in behaviour and handling for sensitive visitors Grooming certificates/and or certifications in: Creative Grooming Sporting Non-sporting Long legged Terriers Short Legged Terriers Drop coats Bichons Shih Tzus Portuguese Water Dogs Doodles Client Communications Pet Stylist Proper bathing Proper skin and coat prep Paw Care Volunteerism: Victoria has groomed hundreds of dogs in rescue looking for their forever homes She collects needed items and assists rescues with her expertise She has traveled to assist rescues to care for dogs in northern communities Educational Background: Funny but real story. Victoria working part time for Woofs ‘n Wags while working towards her Kinesiology degree at the U of W. She quickly realized that her passion for movement, motor skills, and anatomy would translate well to the canine world. Although she holds four years in kinesiology…Woofs ’n Wags woke her true passion and path to work with, help, and be an important person to not only our team but to the rescue and canine community. Professional Memberships: PPGAM CPPS Instruction and Behavioural Experience: Victoria has completed courses, and holds certificates for behaviour, handling, pressure points, fear and force free approaches. She specializes in reactive dogs for grooming and has changed the lives of many families struggling to get their dog comfortable in the grooming environment. She teaches and coaches new stylists and has led our team of certified stylists since 2011. In my private life: She shares her life with her husband and 4 dogs. You can find Victoria and her dogs playing dog sports, training, hiking, and doing photography. She is a professional wildlife photographer which envelopes her passion for all animals and she strives for ethical treatment of each animal as we share our planet with. |
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Courtney
Courtney joined the Woofs team in 2012. Her passion for dogs started as a child as she began taking care of her neighbours dogs. She dog and cat sat throughout her teens and young adulthood which started her keen interest in dog behaviour. She remembered how hard it was on dogs when family went on vacations and was forward thinking on what she could do to help the dogs through approach, games, caring and love.
Since 2012 Courtney has delved into dog behavior and dog sports.She is actively involved in dog agility and dog sledding. Her keen interest in understanding how a dog thinks and communicates furthered her dog interest and in 2013 when she began her new career in grooming. She certified not long after her training began and has now become one of our fully certified groomers. She actively seeks out continuing education both in grooming and in behavior. She has attended multiple seminars and conferences. A few of the multitude of seminar (apart from grooming) topics have included body language, canine attention deficit disorder and TTouch. I
In her personal life she participates in all things dog!
Courtney joined the Woofs team in 2012. Her passion for dogs started as a child as she began taking care of her neighbours dogs. She dog and cat sat throughout her teens and young adulthood which started her keen interest in dog behaviour. She remembered how hard it was on dogs when family went on vacations and was forward thinking on what she could do to help the dogs through approach, games, caring and love.
Since 2012 Courtney has delved into dog behavior and dog sports.She is actively involved in dog agility and dog sledding. Her keen interest in understanding how a dog thinks and communicates furthered her dog interest and in 2013 when she began her new career in grooming. She certified not long after her training began and has now become one of our fully certified groomers. She actively seeks out continuing education both in grooming and in behavior. She has attended multiple seminars and conferences. A few of the multitude of seminar (apart from grooming) topics have included body language, canine attention deficit disorder and TTouch. I
In her personal life she participates in all things dog!
Pamela
Pam has been a professionally grooming for since 2016.
Pam is our Grooming Tema Manager for both location.
She holds certifications in:
*CCST
*Sport (and non sporting)
*Terrier (long and short legged)
*Skin & Coat
*healthy skin and allergies certification
*pain and behaviour certification
Pam specializes in small breeds, breed standards, show trims, skin & coat problems, senior dogs and anxious dogs.
In her life Pam is the mother of 2 and grandmother of 2. She also shares her life with 2 papillons named Smudge and Quinn.
Prior to grooming Pam was (and currently) a registered nurse and paramedic and has over 18 years in the medical emergency field.
Pam is focused on achieving many future goals surrounding dogs and combining her previous experience in the health field with her ongoing canine experience and continuing education. She draws on all her experience to provide current knowledge to her area's of special interests which include her skin and coat interest, holistic and professional approach to grooming and her clients.
She is especially excited to be working to bring BioResonance technology to assist in the holistic care of your dogs.
Pam has been a professionally grooming for since 2016.
Pam is our Grooming Tema Manager for both location.
She holds certifications in:
*CCST
*Sport (and non sporting)
*Terrier (long and short legged)
*Skin & Coat
*healthy skin and allergies certification
*pain and behaviour certification
Pam specializes in small breeds, breed standards, show trims, skin & coat problems, senior dogs and anxious dogs.
In her life Pam is the mother of 2 and grandmother of 2. She also shares her life with 2 papillons named Smudge and Quinn.
Prior to grooming Pam was (and currently) a registered nurse and paramedic and has over 18 years in the medical emergency field.
Pam is focused on achieving many future goals surrounding dogs and combining her previous experience in the health field with her ongoing canine experience and continuing education. She draws on all her experience to provide current knowledge to her area's of special interests which include her skin and coat interest, holistic and professional approach to grooming and her clients.
She is especially excited to be working to bring BioResonance technology to assist in the holistic care of your dogs.
