The Heart Behind LakePAWse
 
Hi, I'm Dr. Josi Seixas, founder of LakePAWse.
 
I'm a veterinarian from Brazil with a Master's and PhD in Veterinary Medicine, and for more than 20 years I've dedicated my life to improving the health, welfare, and quality of life of animals through veterinary medicine, research, education, and hands-on care.
 
But beyond my professional background, I believe that every dog deserves to be treated with patience, compassion, and respect. Some dogs thrive in a playful pack, while others need a little more space or time, a little more understanding, and a place where they simply feel safe.
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That belief became the inspiration for LakePAWse.
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Before opening LakePAWse, I had the privilege of caring for dogs in many different ways. In Brazil, while working as a professor at the vet school, I volunteered in a dog shelter, gaining valuable experience working with dogs of different personalities, ages, and needs. After moving to Georgia, I began caring for dogs through pet sitting services. Over the years, I have been honored to earn the trust of local families, receiving more than 120 five-star reviews from clients who became friends and entrusted me with their beloved companions. Those relationships have reinforced what I believe is the foundation of exceptional pet care: trust, calm, consistency, communication, and genuine love for every dog.