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Paradise Kennels was founded in 1977 by Richard B. Lord. Built on a passion and love for animals, Paradise Kennels has been building bonds with customers and their pets for over 40 years. 

 

That tradition continues through his daughter, Ashton Thompson, and the long-term staff that continues to strive for excellence in the pet care industry. 

 

Whether we are bathing, grooming, or keeping your pets while you vacation, they will receive the highest quality of care while here at Paradise Kennels. Our staff loves what they do and creates the welcoming atmosphere that makes your pets feel right at home. 

Since birth, Ashton has spent her days growing up here at Paradise Kennels. Even as a small child she had the same passion and love for animals as her father. 

 

Ashton made her start in the pet care industry at a young age as "pet cuddler". She quickly moved up to painting toenails, making bows, and working in the kennels before following in her father's footsteps and becoming a pet groomer. She began grooming as a teenager after school and became a full-time groomer after graduation. Now with a lifetime of experience perfecting her skills, she still spends her days at the grooming table, doing what she loves.

 

You might get to meet Blue, Hurley, Rex, Watson, or Bruce if you visit us here at Paradise Kennels; her pups often accompany her to work. The calico kitty, Penny, that might greet you in the parking lot is another one of her children, however her other kitten, Gray Kitty, prefers to spend his days inside the house. 

 

It has given her great appreciation to have Paradise left in her care, and tremendous pride to carry on the family tradition. With her Husband Donovan by her side, they continue looking towards the future for Paradise, striving to continue to build trust and strong bonds with the pet owners of Augusta, and to stay at the forefront of the pet care industry. 

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The Dream Team 

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Heather 

General Manager

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Elana

Co-Kennel Manager

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Aaron

Co-Kennel Manager

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Ashley 

Grooming Department Manager

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Julie

Senior Lead Crematory Coordinator

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McKai 

Kennel Team Lead 

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La La 

Kennel Team Lead

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Katie 

Kennel Team Lead

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Casey 

Groom Tech Supervisor

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Jessica 

Groomer

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Sesha 

Groom Tech 

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Kayli 

Groom Tech 

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Shayley 

Groom Tech | Content Creator  

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Kayla 

Kennel Team 

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Amber 

Kennel Team

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Patricia 

Kennel Team 

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Cole 

Kennel Team 

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Jared 

Kennel Team

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Maddy 

Kennel Team 

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Breanna 

Kennel Team 

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Nylia

Kennel Team

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Brooklyn 

Kennel Team 

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Shelby 

Kennel Team

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Kennedi 

Kennel Team 

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Steph

Kennel Team 

Apply Today

We are always looking for the next member of our team. You can apply in person or email your resume to paradisekennelsgm@gmail.com

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