Meet Our Team

Katie Sgarlato

Office Manager

Hey y’all! My name is Katie and I am so excited to be part of the Paws and Claws team! Ever since I can remember, I have had a love for animals. I was the kid studying the Dog Encyclopedia in my free time and convincing my grandma to take me to the reptile store on the weekends. Today, I am a proud dog mom of two – my cuddly French Bulldog, Maggie and crazy Border Collie, Koda. I have always grown up around dogs from Chihuahuas to Great Danes, as well as cats from Munchkin to Maine Coon. I cannot wait to meet and work with all your furry friends!

BG Gogineni

Pet Care Professional

Hi, I’m Bhargavi, but you can call me BG. I’ve always had a deep love for animals—yes, even the creepy crawlers! Right now, I’m studying to become a Vet Tech because I’ve known since I was four years old that working with animals is my true calling. I have a strong understanding of animal behavior and know when a pet needs their space, which helps me build trust with them. I’m also more than comfortable handling the not-so-glamorous side of pet care, like cleaning up after accidents. Every pet is unique, and I always approach them with respect and care. You can count on me to be open and transparent with you about your pet’s well-being while I’m with them.

Liam Dumenjich

Pet Care Professional

Hey everyone! I’m Liam. As a guy who grew up spending lots of time around dogs and cats, I love taking care of people’s pets. Pets are like family and I believe they should be treated as such. I love brightening up their day by giving them love, affection, and taking them on walks so they can enjoy the outdoors. When I’m not hanging out with my four legged friends, I work full time as an Accountant. I’m also married to Sam, and we have a toddler boy. I enjoy running, hiking, snow sports, water sports, reading, and writing. I’m looking forward to working with you and caring for your four legged family members!

Jessica Chau

Pet Care Professional

Hello, my name is Jessica. By trade I’m a biologist who has worked with and interacted with all kinds of living things (from E. coli to horses). But my favorite companions have always been the furry ones we share our homes with (love the feathery and scaly ones as well, no discrimination).

I’ve cared for pets (even some farm animals and wildlife) of all ages and temperaments and find it a joy to get to know each animal’s unique personality. Whether it’s going on long walks, playing outside, or just relaxing, I can match their energy and routine to make them feel comfortable. I have two cats of my own, Messier 87 and Teegarden, named after a distant galaxy and an exoplanet, respectively.

Outside of pet sitting, I’m an enthusiastic outdoor adventurer who enjoys hiking, exploring, and soaking up nature- so I’m great for energetic puppers. I’m also an avid reader (mostly detective/crime novels)- so I’d do great with cats who prefer to chill and relax. I look forward to meeting every pet and providing them with the same care and affection they get at home.

Nicole Slovinec

Pet Care Professional

Hello! My name is Nicole and some of my best moments in life have been in the company of animals. I grew up in a household with dogs, cats, ferrets, bearded dragons, and even a tarantula named Cuddles. I believe it’s a joy and duty to treat animals with kindness. In my years as an animal shelter volunteer, I worked most with dogs and cats that were considered shy or aggressive. It was fulfilling to gain their trust over time. It would be an honor to help care for your pet or pets. I greatly enjoy interacting with fellow animal lovers. You can count on clear communication from me and all pet instructions you provide will be meticulously followed. After all, you know them best.

Maddie Streeter

Pet Care Professional

Hi there!! I’m Maddie 🙂 I’m a part-time server at a retirement community, and a full time psychology student in college. I have three dogs, three cats, and numerous smaller animals like fish and birds. I’ve also had smaller rodents like rabbits and squirrels! I love reading, writing, and active things like working, exploring and dirt biking. My biggest hobby and passion is pottery!
I’m very patient and courteous to animals while remaining gentle yet firm! Most pets tend to feel comfortable around me, and I’m very good at following instructions when it comes to their care. I put your pets first!! I’m willing to follow whatever specific regime you have, and will send bunches of photos and videos. I love animals and love meeting/taking care of them!!

Susan Gueldner

Pet Care Professional

Hi, I am Susan Gueldner. My passion is to take care of animals. Myself, I grew up with pets such as hamsters, cats, reptiles and dogs; I have also worked with horses. 14 years ago, I rescued my beloved Daisy. Daisy was a very shy dog, a throw away puppy that lived on the streets for a while and the animal control authority picked her up and were going to euthanize her because she was a pit-bull. So I rescued her, and worked with her, and she turned out to be the biggest confident love bug and she wouldn’t hurt a fly. I’ve worked with so many different personalities, and love every minute of it! I would love to walk your dogs and take care of your pets.

Sweta Sanyal

Pet Care Professional

Hi I am Sweta! I am an avid, cheerful and enthusiastic dog lover. A true cynophile. I have a 9-year-old Shih Tzu/Poodle whom I consider my second child. I love taking care of my family members, friends, or neighbor’s dogs. I have good experience taking care of several breeds and sizes of dogs. My husband and I are tech geeks and love buying all the latest gadgets and devices to make life more interesting. I used to work in sales and marketing in software and hardware industry but left it behind to become a full-time dog walker. I love to take my dog and my daughter on short hikes and to the beach on weekends.

Tyler Sprecker

Pet Care Professional

I’ve lived with pets of one form or another for most of my life. I love animals because they each have their own personalities and simply are who they are. We had cats and dogs around the house growing up, as well as fish for a time and even a gerbil. For work, I am a Client Advisor with Neiman Marcus. I spend my days interacting with the general public, so spending time with animals is always a welcome respite. When I’m not at work, I try to get outdoors as often as possible. I like to go camping, fishing and hiking when I can. Some of my other interests and hobbies include reading, investing, cryptocurrencies and graphic design.

Cass Rickard

Pet Care Professional

Hello everyone, I’m here to be of service to your furry family members. I follow instructions well and take pride in efficient communication. I’ve had pets my entire life and love them with all my being! Your furry loved ones will be in great hands. Thank you for your time.

Uttara Saha

Pet Care Professional

I grew up here in the Bay Area, and am still exploring new parts of it whenever I get the chance. My friends say that I am a very friendly and approachable person who is easy to get along with. I am dependable and make it my highest priority to be on time and communicate efficiently. I am a huge crime show lover but am also known to spend my free time reading or doing arts and crafts as well. I also love to knit blankets though it can be a bit difficult sometimes due to my crazy cat, Ollie, getting tangled up in the yarn. I am eager to meet new clients and provide their fur babies with the best care possible.