WE'RE HERE FOR HAPPIER DOGS & ASSURED HUMANS!
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THE PAW HOUSE BRISTOL IS A FAMILY-OWNED DOG CARE BUSINESS WITH LIFE-LONG LOVE AND DEVOTION TO ALL-THINGS POOCHES. OUR DREAM IS TO BECOME YOUR DOG'S SECOND-BEST FRIEND, FROM THEIR EARLY PUPPY YEARS AND FOR THE REST OF THEIR LIVES.
The Paw House Bristol was founded in 2021 by Nastassja Potgieter, a professional dog walker and behaviourist, with a mission to provide personalised dog walking and training for busy families and working professionals across Bristol.
Since day one, The Paw House has been dedicated to creating safe, engaging, and enjoyable experiences for every dog in our care. We understand that life can get busy, whether it’s work commitments or travel plans. That’s where we step in.
From dog walking and training to home visits, we make sure your dog receives the attention, structure, and companionship they deserve. By treating each dog as if they’re our own, and each owner as a valued friend, we’re here to become your pet’s second-best friend – enriching their life and yours every step of the way.
MISSION STATEMENT
WE’RE HERE FOR HAPPIER DOGS AND ASSURED HUMANS!
While we don’t need proof, science shows that our four-legged companions lift our spirits and reduce stress. As their owners, it’s our responsibility to continually enhance their quality of life.
The Paw House Bristol is dedicated to enriching your dog’s life by prioritising their emotional, physical, and environmental wellbeing—giving you the peace of mind you deserve.
QUALIFICATIONS
OUR PACK'S SAFETY & YOUR PIECE OF MIND ARE OUR TOP PRIORITY
DOG TRAINING LEVEL 1-3
DOG FIRST AID
DOG BEHAVIOUR
FROM OUR FOUNDER, NASTASSJA POTGIETER
Hi, Nastassja here!
From a young age, I knew working with dogs was what I wanted to do. Dogs have always been a part of my family and upbringing. I feel better and thrive surrounded by lolling tongues and wagging tails. Opening the Paw House has always been a dream of mine and everything I’ve done up until this point was meant to contribute to making it a reality.
In the last few years, I have been getting experience and training under my belt, working with dogs of all sizes and breeds, to make sure I can guarantee the needed safety, training, and the well-deserved fun to pooches. It has been a great experience that now serves as a strong foundation for my day-to-day work.
My passion comes out when I am working surrounded by a pack of dogs! Being outdoors, no matter the weather conditions, working with a variety of breeds and personalities, and seeing improvements in my clients’ dogs (especially the naughty ones!) is what drives me and brings me joy.
For me it’s all about building positive relationships with my dogs and clients. I’m here to enhance mental, physical, and environmental wellbeing of pooches, as well as to provide a peace of mind to owners within my Bristol community.
If you’re my client already, I’d like to thank you for your trust. If you’re still considering me as your walker, carer, or trainer, I hope you give me a chance to become your dog’s second-best friend.
-Nastassja Potgieter