Paws For A Moment was established in 2002 by Charlotte Petrey "the DogMa".
  
Here Charlotte describes what drew her towards her work with animals....

"As far back as I can remember, there was always a dog or a cat in my family.  I grew up with dogs and cats.  I always remember having them around to pet and talk to, or just to hang out with.  As I became a young adult, it became very apparent that I had developed a special connection with pets.  As I got older, all I could think about was getting my own pets to care for and share my life with.  I had developed a deep passion for animals and especially for dogs and cats that continues on today.
  
I'll never forget one of the first things that I did as a young adult.  It was right after I got my first house; I rushed out to adopt a dog and cat of my own.  That day at the shelter was one of the happiest and proudest days of my life.  I adopted a beautiful German Shepherd mix puppy from the Nebraska Humane Society (NHS) and named her Mindy Mae and a very handsome and lovable cat named Parker Boy.  Mindy and Parker were my pride and joy for many years.  Mindy traveled with me on holidays and they moved from Nebraska to Texas with me.  My pets were my steady companions through some of the most influential times of my life.  That day at the shelter also started what turned out to be a lifetime of volunteer work.  I applied for and was accepted as a volunteer at the Humane Society, a relationship which lasted for over seven years.  For me, it only seemed right to help other dogs and cats, whether at a shelter, in a rescue organization, or just on the street.  I wanted to help them all.  Working with shelter and rescue dogs provided me with invaluable experiences.  My work with German Shepherd Rescue, fostering and rehabilitating over twenty-five of those powerful breed dogs, was some of the most rewarding work of my career.  It was so rewarding to take dogs that had been abused and beaten down; to work with them day in and day out; and then watch as they blossomed back into the loving companion they were meant to be.   Working in the cat and large dog kennel at the SPCA, it's hard to find words to describe what it's like to help these animals.

Shelter and rescue animals have been incredible teachers for me.  Not only have I  learned a great deal about myself through working with them, I have also learned what they need in their environment, and why they behave the way they do when any of those needs are not being met."
  
Charlotte understands dog behavior and is a very experienced dog handler and trainer.  She understands how to communicate with your dog and she can teach you how to do the same.  
  
Charlotte lives in Houston, Texas where she owns and operates a successful pet care business and continues to train dogs one person at a time.  Charlotte has successfully handled and trained dogs for more than 25 years.   
      
Charlotte's current pack of four-legged furry friends includes two dogs (Radar, and Doodle), and her beautiful cat (Parker #2).  In addition to her own pets, Charlotte often has another pet or two around the house while she is boarding for a client or for family and friends.