Justin Porter

Charleston, S.C

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I work for Sandy Paws because I get paid to hang out with dogs and cats!

Boxers and weens

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I lost on jeopardy.

Brooke Bartholf 

Richmond, VA

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I don’t have any animals of my own, so having an outlet to love and care for lots of furry friends is so fulfilling!

It's a tie between silly dogs and fat cats.

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I was Sandy Paws' first employee! 

Sierra McCrary

Charleston, SC

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Bringing pups to their pawrents weddings!

My favorite dog is a Goldendoodle, and my favorite cat is a Maine Coon.

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I'm the cat whisperer!

Margaret Fender

Orangeburg & Charleston, S.C

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I love Sandy Paws because of how great my dog Huxley was taken care of. I wanted to be a part of it and offer the same care to other owners for their pets.

Dogs of course! I love my rescues, but I am also a Labrador lover!

I danced in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade when I was 17.

Megan Murphy

Charleston, SC

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I get to hang out with dogs all day! Dogs > People

Husky/Shepherd Mix but I might be a little biased.

I’m coming up on a decade of being a flight attendant!

Kerry Welch

Mililani, HI

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I’ve always been a dog lover, and working for Sandy Paws fulfills me so much. When dogs leave my house, I’m truly sad for days and still think they are there. 

Goldens, labs and doodles but throw in a mini Aussie or King Charles spaniel and I’m just as happy. 

I flew from Hawaii to New York by myself at the age of 7.

Grace Barrett

Charleston, SC

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I love getting to know the personalities of each animal! S.P. has a great community and it is such a fun team to work with!

l have a few! For dogs- Golden Retrievers, Blood Hounds, and Corgis. For cats-Burmese, Orange Tabby, and Maine Coons.

My birthday is on Valentines Day!

Caroline Hess

Wilton, CT

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What is better than hanging out with pups in the Charleston sunshine!

Polar bears 

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My brother and I are Irish twins and we live a few blocks from each other on the same street!

Julia Cote

Atlanta, GA

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I was a Sandy Paws client initially and always felt like my dog was in the best hands! I wanted to provide that same experience to other pet owners!

Any of the bully breeds! Bulldogs, frenchies, pitbulls etc.!

I have fostered several dogs throughout different rescues in South Carolina!

Ellen Rose

Atlanta, GA

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Dogs are the best medicine! Whether I’m out walking, helping with a wedding, or doing a house stay, pups always make the day a bit sweeter.

Any kind of spaniel

I used to be a producer for NBC News.

Joan Smith

Dover, OH

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I once helped a client undergoing serious medical issues so they could focus on getting the care they needed. They were very thankful to know their home and fur baby was in good hands.

Resue dogs!

I drove Kyle Busch’s M&M NASCAR race car for 60 laps at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Maddie Batey

Savannah, GA

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I have always loved working with animals, and I get to meet new fur friends every day! 

Red Eye tree frog. 
Husky dog & Siamese cat

I’m constantly exploring new recipes and ingredients to cook healthier meals that still taste delicious! 

Emily Zawacki

Point Pleasant, NJ

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I get to love other people’s dogs even though I can't have one myself right now! I always had a dog growing up and need 4 furry paws in my life!

Golden Retriever

I am a kindergarten teacher.

Susan Lake

Tony Hutson

Spartanburg, SC

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I love Sandy Paws because I love animals so much, and it allows me to hang out with all different cats and dogs. 

Alaskan Malamutes and Great Pyrenees  dogs.

I used to play the harp.

Charleston, S.C

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I get to slow down and spend quality time with some great pups/cats. So many personalities!

love all mutts and animals, but love Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

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 My favorite color is TACOS!

Geoffrey Ireland

Louisville, KY

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I like to help.

Siberian Husky

I've done the Bourbon Trail in KY 3 times.

Lori Ireland 

Paula Fox

Brandon, MS

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I love taking care of all the different breeds, and learning each dog’s special personality.

Golden Retriever 

I love live music and have seen over 70 artists/ bands, most recently Bruno Mars.

Royersford, PA

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I love working for Sandy Paws because I love animals!

Dolphin 

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I have a 6 year old black lab German short haired pointer mix named Marlo. He loves to play.

Sophie Sundock

Nashville, TN

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The post-walk zooms! Or when some sweet friends hate rain and would prefer snuggles inside after doing their business.

Sheep!

I drive a little blue VW bug named Winston

Josie Vawter

Rock Hill, SC

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I’m able to connect with people and foster relationships over the mutual love for animals! I’ve met some of the best pets and people through this! 

Retrievers and black cats! 

I’m a grandma-hobby enthusiast (knitting, sewing, reading). 

Lexi Biddie

A mix of Toronto, New Jersey, Illinois, Mississippi, and now Charleston

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I love getting to meet so many amazing animals and people and creating new bonds!

Golden Retrievers and bunnies!

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I was born in Canada and have dual Canadian and U.S. citizenship!

Kylie Bissell

Scottsdale, AZ

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I love getting to know every animals personality. And I love bringing owners peace of mind while they are away.

Dolphins and my dog Boogie of course!

I was a dolphin trainer at SeaWorld SanAntonio.

Sophie Sundock

Nashville, TN

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The post-walk zooms! Or when some sweet friends hate rain and would prefer snuggles inside after doing their business.

Sheep!

I drive a little blue VW bug named Winston

Megan Bonomini

Charleston, SC

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I work for Sandy Paws because I get to hang out with dogs and be outside! Two of my favorite things!

I love all dogs, big, small, 3 legged, scary looking, whatever! They are the sweetest souls on earth. 

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My husband and I own and operate a retreat center in Costa Rica where we spend half of our time. 

Sarah Kinder

North Kingstown, RI

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I love getting to meet different breeds and learning their personalities! 

Dogs and cats of all kinds!

I have a 9 month old boxer puppy named Bean! We rescued her after her and her siblings were found in a box on the side of the road

Lindsay Chaussard

Boiling Springs, PA

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I know how hard it is to leave your animals while you’re working or away, so I love being able to help pet owners know their animals are cared for while they’re away. 

Long-haired cats and fluffy mutt doggos 

I’ve fostered over 50 kittens!