Team
Get to know your dog's Nirvana family
Michael Snedden
Your dogs know him as "Best Friend Mike"
Michael started working at Nirvana when searching for his next career path. He knew it included dogs and found his way home to Nirvana. His passion for dogs in infectious which is why he was chosen as the successor of Nirvana Pet Resort.
When he's not in the shop you will find Mike spending time with his wife and their dogs, enjoying a concert, or exploring the hidden camping gems BC has to offer.
Shannon
In-house Groomer Extraordinaire
Shannon is the owner and operator of Paws 4 Grooming, Nirvana's in-house grooming studio.
You can definitely trust your pet's next "fur-do" in her capable hands. She enjoys spending time with each animal during their grooming session and looks forward to their return.
Savannah
Groomer Extrodinaire
My passion from a young age has been spending time with dogs and other animals; I adore nothing more! I love working with dogs (and cats), and still can't believe that this is my job. Working with dogs is always an adventure, and I find that I'm constantly learning something new every day from our furry friends.
I couldn't be happier to be part of the Nirvana Pet Resort team!
Sabina
Groomer Extraordinaire
Sabina joins Nirvana with 25+ years of experience with grooming and with animals. with her experience and skils, your animal will be in great hands for its next gr She is a great addition to the team and is assisting with small - medium size dogs and cats. She owns two dogs that she spends time training with on the weekends.
Kirsten
Photographer/Extra Hands
You might see Kirsten pop in from time to time. More than just Mike's wife, she's usually behind the scenes helping where needed, playing with or taking photos and videos of the pups, or assisting Mike in the office.