Meet the Team

My parents, Sean and Elish Madden established the boarding kennels in 1990 and have built up a successful business over the last seventeen years.

In 1992, I qualified as a professional dog groomer and on my return to Galway I was invited to take over and manage the dog grooming service at The Ark Veterinary Clinic in Galway city where I built up a loyal clientele. The Ark Veterinary Clinic would be regarded as one of the finest small animal practices in the country. I spent ten years with the Ark team where I gained great experience in grooming and also gained invaluable knowledge in all pet health issues & rdquo

Patricia is a family member (John’s sister) who joined The Dog Company in March 2007 as Office Manager. She wears many caps in the business – between meeting & greeting customers, bookings, accounts, and all other administration work.

Having grown up in the Kenneling business, it seemed a natural progression for her to work with John when the new company was set up.

Eilis Keady is a young Galway native who has trained in all aspects of Canine Grooming with John since October 2007.

Her career choice was driven by a natural love and understanding of animals, which comes through in her work with The Dog Company. She is also a keen show jumper and has competed in competitions all over Ireland.