OUR TEAM
At Aqua Paws, we have combined the expertise from a number of diversely educated canine health professionals to bring a wider range of canine health and fitness services under one roof. From rehab veterinarians and Reiki masters, to hydrotherapists and certified trainers, we have created a unique in-house training program that no professional school has to offer. Under the supervision of rehab veterinarian Dr. Raceeta MacKenzie we strive to provide a level of care that is second to none.
quentine
Senior Rehab Assistant
Quentine enjoys camping, hiking, enjoying the outdoor and exploring with his dog. Some hobbies he has are downhill long boarding, disc golf, and video games.
mireia
Senior Rehab Assistant
Mireia loves dogs, cats, and all kinds of animals. She has traveled to Thailand to volunteer in an Elephant rescue center, and also ended up working in the dogs shelters because she felt more needed there.
What she loves the most about being a Rehab Assistant is hydrotherapy, and especially loves the pool. She also spends time working as a dog walker in her free time.
Devon
Senior Rehab Assistant
Devon grew up in a home full of pets including dogs, cats, birds, guinea pigs, rabbits and fish. She always wanted to follow in her Moms footsteps and work with animals.
Her family includes three fur babies. Her dog Ellie and two cats, Patrick and Louise
nicole
Senior Rehab Assistant
Nicole grew up with dogs, cats, hamster, horses and even lizards! When her miniature dachshund was diagnosed with IVDD, she came to Peak for help. When he passed on, she wanted nothing more than to help other animals like her boy and was lucky enough to joining the Aquapaws team!
Taylor
Rehab Assistant
Taylor grew up in a home filled with dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rabbits and horses. She's always had a passion for helping animals and giving them the love and attention they deserve. She came to Dr. Raceeta for assistance with her Rottweiler who was diagnosed with elbow dysplasia and post-op CCLR surgery originally and is so happy to join the Aqua Paws team and have the ability to support other animals and pet-parents in need.
Ella
Rehab Assistant
Growing up Ella has always had a home filled with puppy and kitty love. She adopted her puppy Winnie after moving to the Kootenays on her own after highschool. Since becoming a dog mom her world revolves around her fur baby. Getting to work with animals and learn more about the canine fitness and mobility has been such a fulfilling experience.
Crystal
Rehab Assistant
Crystal grew up in Australia on a small hobby farm with with horses, sheep, cows, chickens, cats, a dog and lots of other pets along the way. In her spare time she loves to get outside and trail run, hike, mountain bike and camp with her dog Finn. Like many others she fell into canine rehab and fitness when her dog got injured so she became a Certified Professional Canine Fitness Trainer (CPCFT). Her goal is to help you give your animal the best life possible.
Lynn
Rehab Assistant
Lynn has always had a love for animals. She earned a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and is excited to utilize the knowledge she gained to help pets in their rehabilitation journey. Lynn is dedicated to understanding each pet's needs and strives to ensure every fur baby feels comfortable and happy on their path to a healthier life.
Jaidyn
Receptionist
Jaidyn has always had a love of animals and grew up with two sweet lab mix pups. Her experience in animal care began out of an interest in psychology and animal behaviour which led her to dog walking, pet sitting/boarding, and eventually acquiring a certificate in Dog Behaviour and Training from the International Academy of Canine Trainers. She loves taking time to listen and better understand each pet’s needs, and always wants to help everyone feel as comfortable and happy as possible.
Dr. Roberta Domanski
(Currently on maternity leave)
FEPAR/Paraná -University of Veterinary Medicine in Brazil 2014
Current Auxiliary coordinator and Professor in the Rehabilitation Postgraduate course at Tuiuti University of Paraná (Online)
2017-2018 Auxiliary Teacher at Tuiuti University of Paraná in the Acupuncture ClinicAdditional Specializations:
Rehabilitation- (exercises, massage, joint mobilization, laser, e-stim, therapeutic and PEMF)
Acupuncture
Neuro-acupuncture
Reiki Level 2 and Reiki for Animals
Chromotherapy (light therapy) and chakra balance with crystals
Traditional Chinese MedicineRoberta had always dreamed of becoming a veterinarian and as she moved closer to the end of her schooling in Brazil she realized her passion for rehabilitation. Her love of rehabilitation is fueled at Peak Animal Wellness as she contributes to the patients amazing recoveries and sees the things they are capable of healing from with a combination of Integrative Treatments. Roberta is a big believer in the energy that connects us with animals and nature and demonstrates her broad knowledge with multiple specializations and continued education throughout her career. She admires the resilience of the animals overcoming their difficulties and challenges to move forwards and live their best life.
Bea Torrecillas
Bea worked in the animal rehab field for several years, including two years at Aqua Paws as a Senior Rehab Assistant. She followed my passion and recently completed her degree with honours from The College of Animal Physiotherapist in the UK. She has also completed canine training in the UK and equine training in New Zealand. Once returning to BC, she further refined her acupuncture skills under the expert guidance of Dr. Raceeta, our Rehab Director.
Bea enjoys travelling and hiking and has hiked the Camino de Santiago in Spain and Abel Tasman in New Zealand, eaten fish and chips in London, and enjoyed the mountain views in Andorra!
Dr. Raceeta & Kevin Mackenzie
Dr. Raceeta received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College and went on to take additional post-graduate education from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist), the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (Certification course in Veterinary Acupuncture), and the Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Centre (Canadian Animal Chiropractic Certification Program). She is dedicated to sharing her knowledge with others, so more people can help pets move better. Dr. Raceeta sees patients at Aqua Paws for mobility assessments and consults to help create customized rehab plans and determine which services are most appropriate for pets with unique mobility needs.
Kevin is affectionately known as our CEO for “chief everything officer”, as he does a little bit of everything behind the scenes to make sure things run smoothly and the rest of us can focus on the hands-on stuff
Fun Fact: Dr. Raceeta and Kevin have a menagerie of 6 pets, including 2 dogs, 3 cats, and 1 parrot!