Animal Care Team

Our Animal Care Team collectively have extensive experience in animal care, welfare and rehoming. The team are all passionate animal lovers and the animals' welfare is their top priority at all times.

Between them, our six Animal Care staff have 9 cats, 7 dogs, 4 rabbits, 7 ferrets, 3 chickens and 21 fish!

The team is responsible for the needs of all of animals awaiting new homes and also arrange all of our adoptions. They are always happy to help with any animal advice for prospective adopters and after the adoption has taken place.

Claire (above) - Animal Care Manager

Claire joined the Paws Centre in July 2009, after three years working in a Veterinary Practice. She manages the Animal Care staff and volunteers and oversees all of the Branch's Animal welfare work.

"I have been passionate about animals since I was small, and feel incredibly privileged to be able to work with them. I am very lucky to have a team of staff who are absolutely dedicated to animal welfare. There is never a dull moment in my job and every day brings a new challenge!" 

 Danah - (right) Animal Care Deputy Manager

Danah joined the team in February 2010. Prior to working with RSPCA animals, Danah completed a year-long work placement at a Veterinary Practice whilst studying a Vet Care Assistant course.

"I have always loved animals, mainly because they are vulnerable and are not able to speak for themselves! When an animal comes in who has been poorly treated, or is a stray, needing medical care and TLC, I enjoy the process of bringing that animal up to full health and seeing them be re-homed - happy and healthy"

 Danny (right) - Dog Behaviourist

Danny has been working with the RSPCA since the beginning of 2010. Previously he worked at The Dog's Trust for twelve years and all in all, has over twenty years' experience of helping dogs with their behavioural issues.

"It is so rewarding seeing the dogs find new homes after all the difficulties they have faced and overcome".

Paige (right) - Animal Care Assistant

Paige joined us in August 2011. Paige has a wide knowledge of animal care having previously worked at Wroxham Barns with the farm animals, and a wealth of companion animal care experience thanks to the Vets, Catteries and Animal Sanctuaries she volunteered at whilst completing a two year National Diploma in Animal Management.

"The best part of this role for me, is the rescue and rehabilitation of the animals that come into our care. Seeing everything that the animal has to cope with, and how they can still be affectionate and enjoy the company of people. I really like helping the animals get their second chance of a loving home."

Rianne (Right) - Animal Care Assistant (based at the kennels)

Rianne is our newest member of staff. She joined us in February 2013 and will be working with our dogs alongside our dog behaviourist, Danny.

Rianne completed a National Diploma in Animal Management in 2006 and has worked with dogs for over 10 years as a kennel hand at a vets and also as a kennel supervisor in boarding kennels. She is also a qualified dog groomer.

'I have always wanted to work with dogs that needed a helping hand or second chance in life. Working with RSPCA dogs will mean I can really make a difference to their lives and find them a loving home that they deserve.'

Katie (left) - Animal Care Assistant

 Katie joined the team in March 2011. Previous to working at The Paws Centre, Katie had been volunteering with the RSPCA branch since February 2010. She has recently completed a Foundation Degree in Animal Science and Welfare.

"I have always loved animals, but didn't think that I'd ever have the opportunity to work with them, so I consider myself very lucky! I always wanted to be able to help animals to develop and I am so pleased that I am able to do this now at the centre".

Danni (left) - Animal Care Assistant

Danni joined us in March 2012. Like Paige, she also has a National Diploma in Animal Management. Danni volunteered for the Branch carrying out Home Visits and working on our reception desk before becoming an Animal Care Assistant.

"I feel very honoured to be part of such an amazing organisation! From a young age I have always been interested in animals, mainly focusing on their health and well-being. The best part of my job is helping the animals find new homes and enabling them to have a second chance at life.

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