Meet the Staff
Tera
Office Manager/Scheduling Coordinator
My name is Tera Bartelt and I'm the Office Manager/ Scheduling Coordinator for Southern Paws. I've lived in the beautiful city of Hendersonville for 20 years with my husband Chris, our two adorable (and always entertaining!) kids Liv and Easton, and our Pomeranian pup, River.
Growing up, I spent my summers helping my sister with her dog grooming and boarding business on her horse farm in Manchester, TN. We took care of a variety of animals... from horses and barn cats, to Poodles and Dobermans. Our family was never without a fur baby and we've had it all- Pomeranians, American Eskimos, Poodles... and several kitties, fish, & birds too!
I started working for Kathy in 2017 as a pet sitter/dog walker. There is nothing more fulfilling and therapeutic than taking care of all your sweet and unique fur babies out there! We get that fuzzy feeling of seeing their faces each day, and it doesn't get any better than that in a day's work!
I'm proud to be part of such an amazing business and team!
Dawn
I’m a Mimi to two wonderful little boys. But other than that, I’m a Jesus loving, country girl at heart, and entrepreneur on the side.
I have always loved animals and have a huge heart for the elderly.
I love singing karaoke & not many people know I have a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. I'm excited to be a part of Southern Paws and look forward to caring for your pets!
Elisa
Hello! I’m Elisa, an adventurous person who loves animals and has a curious mind.
My love for animals has led me to spend most of my summers volunteering at animal shelters, where I enjoy loving and caring for pets.
I’m an avid reader, and I enjoy exploring fantasy and science fiction. I value my time with family and friends, whether it’s during cozy movie nights or outdoor adventures.
My kindness and empathy make it easy for me to connect with people and pets from all different backgrounds and walks of life. With my intelligence and compassion, I hope to make a positive impact in the world.
