We share the philosophy that pets are a part of our family.

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We love pets, and we want to make sure they get the best care. That's why our team is committed to providing reliable transportation for your pet whether you're traveling across town or halfway around the world!

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Why We Started.

Paws En Route was started as an answer to a need for pet transportation after the personal struggle of our founder to find a service to transport her furry family member. We dedicated time and spent endless hours researching pet parents requirements in order to offer a top quality service which put their pets transportation needs first. We know pet parents have high expectations when it comes to products and services for their fur kids. These expectations include high quality service, knowledge and experience, care, respect and safety. Our delivery model and operating philosophy, R.E.S.T. Assured, addresses these expectations. R.E.S.T. Assured works, which is evident from our client testimonials and reviews.

Leadership

Meet our passionate crew

Our team of experts is ready to help you and your furry family member with

any questions or inquiries!

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Team bios

Explore the dedicated professionals who drive the success of Paws en Route

Dacia Rohlehr is the founder and CEO of Paws en route, a company dedicated to providing safe and reliable pet transportation services. With over 20 years of experience in consulting and corporate finance, Dacia has worked with major firms like PwC, IBM, and Deloitte. She also co-founded and successfully ran a management consulting firm that was featured in the Profit 500 list of Canada’s fastest-growing companies.

Her journey into the pet transportation industry was inspired by a personal tragedy when she struggled to find transportation for her ill dog, Liam, who needed urgent veterinary care. This experience motivated her to create Paws en route in 2017, ensuring that other pet parents would never face the same challenges.

Dacia has been a pet parent for over 30 years, which fuels her passion for ensuring the safety and comfort of pets during transport. Under her leadership, Paws en route has expanded its services and launched Canada’s first pet transportation app.

The company continues to grow, with operations now extending to major cities like Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and Montreal.

Dacia is also known for her adventurous spirit, being a water skier and marathon runner, and she brings this same drive and energy to her business endeavors.

Dacia Rohlehr

Brian MacDonald

Brian MacDonald is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Paws en route, where he brings over 30 years of experience in the Information Technology industry. His extensive background includes roles in development, IT architecture, project management, and personnel management. Brian’s expertise is particularly strong in mobile application development and implementing IT best practices, which have been instrumental in driving the technological advancements at Paws en route.

In his role as CTO, Brian oversees the technological infrastructure that supports Paws en route’s mission to provide reliable and safe pet transportation services. His contributions are critical in maintaining the efficiency and security of the company’s operations, ensuring that Paws en route remains at the forefront of the pet transportation industry.

Under his leadership, the company has successfully integrated technology into its operations, including the development of a user-friendly mobile app that streamlines the booking process for customers. Brian’s work reflects his commitment to leveraging technology to enhance customer experience and ensure the safety and well-being of pets during transport.

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