About Us: 

Malina, Founder 

From a young age, I have been passionate about working with animals. At just twelve years old, I began volunteering for the Berkeley Humane Society, walking dogs and assisting in the cat rooms. Throughout middle school, I dedicated my free time to volunteering at the Milo Foundation, and I soon began fostering dogs and cats who needed extra care and attention to thrive.

In 2016, I graduated from California State University, Chico with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. During my time at Chico State, I completed internships at the university's dairy as well as its sheep and goat unit. I also interned at the Kirshner Wildlife Foundation, where I worked closely with wildlife and exotic animals. After graduation, I traveled to South Africa to volunteer at the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, further expanding my hands-on experience with animal care on an international level.

Upon returning to the United States, I served as an adoption counselor at the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA, helping dogs, cats, reptiles, and small animals find their forever homes. Before launching my business full-time, I spent two years working at a holistic veterinary practice, gaining valuable experience in integrative animal care.

In 2019, I completed the DogBiz Dog Walking Academy, earning certification in canine first aid and CPR through DogTec. Pawsitively Paws, established on April 22, 2019, is founded on the DogBiz Code of Ethics and is dedicated to using positive reinforcement techniques in all our services.

At Pawsitively Paws, we are committed to providing compassionate, professional, and trustworthy care for your pets. Please feel free to reach out with any questions — we look forward to hearing from you!