The Paws Team

Louise McCullough & Peter King are father and daughter and have been around dogs their whole lives. The family has always had dogs, and when they moved to the US in 1991, one of the first things the family did was get a dog.

After finding local day care and boarding facilities to be unsatisfactory for Louise’s dog, Maebh, Louise & Peter decided to design and build the ultimate pet boarding experience. They knew it had to be a facility that dog owners felt comfortable leaving their dog for a day, a few nights or even weeks. Louise and Peter wanted to make sure their client’s felt that their dogs would be safe, secure, happy, and well taken care of. It also had to be a facility that could cater to the different needs of dogs. After extensive research, Louise and Peter worked closely with designers and contractors to ensure that Paws Chateau™ was built with the primary focus on the needs of the dogs. No two dogs are alike, and Paws provides a facility that takes that into consideration, catering to the needs of each dog.

Paws Chateau Grand Opening
Left to Right: Peter King, Louise McCullough, Phil Smith, Field Representative for California State Senator, Janet Nguyen

LOUISE McCULLOUGH

Louise is a Certified Dog Trainer through the nationally recognized Animal Behavior College (ABCDT). She has been training dogs for many years and volunteers with local rescues training and rehabilitating dogs to find their forever homes. She brings 20 years of Corporate Business Experience from the IT Industry to Paws Chateau. Approximately six years ago she needed to board her dog, Maebh, as she traveled a lot for work. After visiting all the available facilities, she didn’t feel comfortable leaving Maebh at any of them. She started researching the dog boarding industry. She went to educational seminars, conferences, seminars and trainings and decided to build a state of the art facility with all the features and amenities that she would want for Maebh.

PETER KING

Peter has been an Entrepreneur most of his life. He started and built successful businesses in Ireland. Since coming to the US he has successfully worked in sales, customer service and management. He loves the challenge of a startup business and enjoys the ups and downs that come along with it. When Louise told him about the idea she had for a Hotel and Resort for dogs he knew immediately that he wanted to be a part of it. The experience he has in building businesses from the ground up plus the added bonus of working with dogs was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up.

Meet the Paws Chateau Team

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My name is Maebh and I am Director of Activities at Paws Chateau. My position is one of the most important here at Paws Chateau because I am responsible for the dogs having fun in Day Camp. I have met every dog that has come to Paws Chateau. Once I give a new dog the Paw of Approval, they get to meet the other campers and then join the play group. Since I am here every day I have gotten to know all the dogs really well, and they come to me when they get in trouble or are having a bad day. I am lucky since I have a job I love and enjoy coming to work every day.

Hi, my name is Lizbeth and I have been with Paws Chateau since June 2014. I am a Day Camp Counselor and am responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. I love working with dogs because my end goal is to become a veterinarian. I am currently attending Golden West College studying to become a veterinarian. I have loved dogs since I was young and I have wanted to be an “animal doctor” since I was little. I really enjoy being around dogs, I feel that they are always so happy and fill my heart with joy. At home I have a Terrier mix named Kobe. Kobe loves coming to Paws Chateau as much as I do – he has so much fun!

Hello, my name is Marissa and I have been with Paws Chateau since September 2014. I am a Day Camp Counsellor and am responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. Currently I’m enrolled at Orange Coast College and Coastline online college where I’m getting my general education in order to transfer to a four year university. I will be majoring in psychology to become a therapist. I love to work with dogs because I believe they provide a positive and happy atmosphere. I’m interested in involving dogs in therapy and observing how a dog can be helpful to the mind of someone who is hurting. I love all kinds of animals, I currently have a 2 Large dogs, 4 Chihuahua’s, a Parrot, a Cat and a Hedgehog.

Hello, my name is Gabriel and I have been with Paws Chateau since August 2015. I am a Day Camp Counselor and am responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. I am currently a student at Santa Ana College where I am pursuing history and education with the intention of becoming a teacher. I have volunteered for the Pooch Match dog rescue group for 12 years and have experience working with all types of dogs. It is a very exciting experience working with dogs because it is just like working with your best friends. The care I get to provide the animals is a very rewarding experience I get to take home with a smile every day. Outside of Paws Chateau I have one small black terrier mix foster dog I have provided care for the last 2 years.

Hi, my name is Cyndy and I have been with Paws Chateau since August 2015. I am a Day Camp Counselor and am responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. Ever since I was a child I wanted to work with animals and owned a large variety of pets. I currently have two cats and three dogs that live with my parent. Before Paws Chateau I was an animal care assistant and have worked closely with reptiles, birds, cats, and dogs. I am passionate about animal well being and hope to work with wild animals in the future.

Hi there! My name is Kierra and I started working at Paws in October 2015. I am a day camp counselor and am responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. I currently own two dogs – Maximilian, a boisterous Beagle, and Clementine, a cheeky toy Aussie. Previously, I worked in a restaurant as a server. My dogs and I spend a lot of time exploring SoCal – mainly the Los Angeles and Orange County area. We also attend a ton of dog or other animal-related events. I haven’t yet quite figured out exactly what I want to pursue, but I’m interested in photography, (fashion) journalism, and social media marketing. I hope to meet your furry friends soon!

Hi, my name is Nakel I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws Chateau since December 2015. Currently I am enrolled at Orange Coast College where I am majoring in biology to become a veterinarian. I am also interested in doing genetic engineering. I have had many different pets including dogs, cats, geckos, ducks, rats and crows. I love animals and I have wanted to be a vet since I was two. I hope to someday work out in the field with wild life. I enjoy being and working with dogs because they are very intelligent animals and they know how to be a loving and loyal friend. The dog I had was named Bellaluna, she was a golden retriever, border collie, flat coat retriever, and Australian shepard mixed with many other herding and sport dog types.

Hi, my name is Melinda. I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws Chateau since April 2016. Currently, I am enrolled at Golden West College where I am still exploring what I really want to pursue. I have grown up with pets my entire life, and I own two dogs: Benny (Chihuahua mix) and Cody (Maltese). My mom got Benny 6 years ago from a temple when a lady set a box down full of puppies. A year later, she got Benny a friend/ sibling from a family friend that was looking for someone to care for Cody. Now, they are inseparable and double the trouble! I’ve always wanted to work with animals, so it is a pleasure to be a Dog Counselor here at Paws Chateau. I have volunteered at an Agriculture department at my old high school working around with livestock animals and that was an interesting experience. I love the company of dogs because they make you learn how to be responsible, how to love and care, and they are your best friends! It is always exciting to come to work to meet and play with the variety of dogs.

Hello my name is Melda. I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws Chateau since February 2016. Currently I am taking my general ED classes at GWC to transfer to Vet Tech school and eventually become a vet tech and a dog trainer. Dogs have always been apart my life which is why I am able to connect and talk to dogs better than humans. I hope that by becoming a vet tech and dog trainer, I can help dogs or any animal where ever I am in a medical or physical way. One day I dream of living in the country and helping my farm friends.

Hi my name is Natalie. I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws Chateau since September 2016. I am currently enrolled at Fullerton college; my major is Animal Biology/Zoology with a concentration in Pre Veterinary Medicine. Becoming a Veterinary is definitely my calling and something I’ve wanted to pursue growing up. I have loved animals since I was a little girl and caring for them is my upmost passion in life. I’ve grown up around and cared for a diverse amount of animals which has helped me commit even more to my career path. I currently own three dogs – Roxy who is a twelve year old mini pincher, Brutus who is a 5 year old dachshund, and Ace who is a 2 year old lab/golden retriever mix. I also own two Holland Dwarf rabbits named Chester and Bambi. My personal interest include running, hiking, fishing, and playing slow pitch softball. Hope to meet your furry babies soon!

Hi my name is Dane. I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws Chateau since July 2016. Originally from Virginia, I have spent the last seven years in Boulder, Colorado. During his time in the Rocky Mountains I worked with Colorado Canine Rescue as a foster parent finding 16 dogs homes in a two and a half year span. I now reside in Huntington Beach, attend school and loves his time with the pups!

Hi there my name is Stephanie and I started at Paws in October 2016. I’m a Day Camp Counselor and I’m responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. Since I was a kid I’ve always had a big heart for helping hurt animals and lost dogs and I still do. I grew up dog sitting for my neighbors back on the East Coast. I have a dog named Oliver he’s a Shih Tzu who I love very much! I’m hoping this experience will expand my knowledge and my skills to develop into a career. I am planning on getting Certified in Animal Caretaking that will allow me to have a career with animals. Besides being an animal lover I love nature/outdoor activities, singing, and volunteer work. I look forward on meeting your fur friends.

Hi, my name is Katherine and I have been with Paws Chateau since July 2016. I am a day camp counselor and am responsible for taking care of the dogs and keeping them safe. I have family that breeds and trains champion show dogs so I have had a lot of experience working with dogs. I have my own little Yorkie at home named Kiwi. I love all animals and also have two horses which I trained myself and ride on trails in my free time. I’m not quite sure what career I’m going to pursue yet, but I want it to be something in the animal industry.

Hi, my name is Braeden I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws chateau since September 2016. I’ve always been very passionate about animals of all kinds, so I’m very excited to get to work with dogs. These pups help me out more than I help them. I have an English bulldog at home named Bentley, he’s the man. I spend most of my time surfing and making music, I hope one day to have a career in the music production industry. I couldn’t be happier to get to come to work and see the wonderful pups that stay here.

Hi, my name is Mialee, and I have been a Day Camp Counselor at Paws Chateau since August 2016. The dogs at Paws Chateau are the happiest, funniest, and most loving dogs. I enjoy working here so much because each dog is treated with individual needs and I feel that allows the dogs to have a happy stay away from home. I have lots of experience working with dogs and I currently study Finance at Cal State Fullerton. My dream to own a dog rescue because I believe that every dog deserves a loving family.

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