Our technology, people, and processes are designed around preparedness and proactive planning, ensuring dependable outcomes and fewer unknowns.
Every journey is handled by caring, qualified, and thoroughly vetted pet travelprofessionals who understand both[DR1] the welfare and theemotional needs of pet parents and their fur kids.
The physical and emotional wellbeing of pets is always our top priority. Safety is embedded into every decision, handoff, and process while pets are in our care.
We operate under a guardianship model, treating pets as part of the Paws enroute family and handling them with respect, compassion, and integrity at every stage.
Founder of Paws en route, a pet travel, relocation, and logistics company built from personal experience and a commitment to putting pets first. With over 30 years as a pet parent, Dacia understands firsthand the trust, care, and peace of mind families expect when moving or traveling with their pets.
After struggling to find a reliable solution to relocate her own furry family member, she set out to create a higher standard for pet travel—one that prioritizes safety, compassion, and thoughtful planning. That vision became R.E.S.T. Assured™, Paws en route’s operating philosophy built on Reliability, Experience, Safety, and Trust, and designed to meet the high expectations pet parents have for their fur kids.
Dacia brings 20+ years of consulting and corporate finance experience, having worked with PwC, IBM, Deloitte, the Ontario Financing Authority, and the Bank of Montreal in Money Markets. She also co-founded and successfully ran a boutique management consulting firm for 11 years, advising organizations on strategy and execution.
She holds a Bachelor of Commerce & Finance from the Rotman School of Management (University of Toronto) and an International MBA from Institut Supérieur de Gestion – Grande École (France). Today, she combines business rigor with genuine compassion to deliver pet travel and relocation experiences trusted by families worldwide.
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