I moved to Darwin early 2018 from Bundaberg where I had spent several years working in a traditional pet store as a groomer. After some months grooming in Darwin, I have now joined the AP team and am looking forward to learning all things holistic pet care. I have a Foxy X Jack Russel named Pip and my partners dog Tank - a Bull Terrier. I love fishing and that’s how I spend a lot of my spare time!

Caitlin is currently on maternity leave having welcomed her and Codie's second child in 2024!

I've been living in Darwin for a couple of years now with my bestie and our furry roomies Vegemite the KelpieX and Percy & Billy the 🐈's.

I spent 4 years prior getting my degree in Animal Science, as well as working as a Vet Nurse in a busy mixed-practice clinic. Upon getting a job at AP my horizon has drastically expanded as I learn about the holistic approach to pet care. I've completely transformed Vegemite and Percy's diets for the better. I'm absolutely loving learning from such an incredible team, finding the best approach for not only my pets but for every guardian that walks through our door at AP.

Random fact: I eat on average 10 avo's / week 🥑

What Animals do you have? I have a 4ft fish tank full of a variety of fishes and other freshwater creatures. I don’t own other pets (for now) as I live in a rental property which is not suitable. But I have many fur nieces & nephews which I look after as if they were my own.

What’s your favourite book, movie, or Netflix/TV show? I’m a sucker for most reality tv shows but my guilty pleasure is watching Below Deck.

What’s one thing on your bucket list? I would love to see the northern and/or southern lights in person, but the problem is I don’t cope very well in colder climates.

What was your first job? My first job which lasted 6 years was working at a boarding kennel/doggy daycare. It’s the reason why I am a familiar face for some of our AP customers.

What’s your favourite way to unwind after a busy day? On the couch watching tv, eating some good food and getting stuck into a 1000 piece puzzle.

If you were an animal, what would you be and why? I think I would be a dog or a cat who's guardians shop at Aussie Pooch! It fills my heart seeing how loved and well looked after our AP customer’s animals are.

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What animals do you have at home? 2 cats, 1 dog, 1 blue tongue lizard and 1 chicken

What’s your favourite book, movie, or Netflix/TV show? Breaking Bad TV series

If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why? Definitely teleportation to visit family in NZ any time

What’s one thing on your bucket list? I'd like to learn a martial art

Do you have any hidden talents or unique hobbies? The artist behind the black boards at AP

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? Greece

First job: Delivering junk mail, working at the corner shop and fish & chip shop. Busy from a young age!

What’s your favourite way to unwind after a busy day? Working out at home. Weights, pilates and dancing.

Do you have a favourite quote or motto? “Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.” - Maya Angelou

If you were an animal, what would you be and why? Probably a bird of some sort, a big one!

What’s in your lunchbox? Usually salad with roast veg and chicken

Do you have a favourite sport or team? Not a fan of sport

I was born and bred in Darwin. I have two dogs, Izzy a Darwin special and DJ a multishitsu.

In my spare time I play Aussie rules and netball as well as coaching netball. I also love to read and bake. 

I was born in Darwin and love Darwin because all my family is here and I love celebrating and hanging out with them. My favourite colour is purple.
Working at AP is a great opportunity to learn more about pets and what to feed them and not to feed them. 9 years ago I adopted a black Labrador and I named her Bella. I have an amazing bond with her and I love her with all my heart. I also have a rabbit called Honey.

Stephen is our friendly delivery driver.

He has many talents, one being a qualified and talented chef.

I'm the founder of AP. Migrating to Australia back in my late 20's. The business has kept me incredibly busy over the past 10+ years. When I have the opportunity, I love getting out in nature and being with my close like-minding friends (human and canine). I'm a bit of an introvert and need lots of time on my own to recharge my batteries, after chatting with lots of customers about their problems.

I have a thing for senior dogs and having spent lots of my earlier years in Aus fostering for animal rescue groups, I now adopt senior dogs. With my husband, we have a little canine 'fospice' out in the rural area. Currently we have 5 senior dogs plus 4 feral cats.

I enjoy mentoring our young team and watching them develop and grow.