Every dog deserves the freedom to move.

As a pet parent to a mobility-challenged dog and a former client, Katherine brings a unique perspective to her swim sessions. She relates to the joy and pain of loving a disabled dog.

With a Bachelor's in Human Services and minors in psychology and Spanish from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, and a Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University, Katherine also brings a strong foundation in behavior analysis to her work with dogs. Her passion for animal welfare is reflected in her final project on the efficiency of dog training methods and her volunteer work as a dog walker at a Long Island shelter.

Since 2018, Katherine has been a dedicated dog sitter and walker, applying a personalized approach to each dog’s unique needs. Fear Free certified, she advocates for dogs of all mobility abilities. In her free time, Katherine enjoys hiking and exploring National Parks & Forests.

Kim brings a lifelong passion for animals and extensive experience to her role. With over seven years as a Client Service Representative in veterinary emergency and oncology, Kim has developed a deep understanding of compassionate pet care. Since 2015, Kim has been active in rescue and has served as President of Tucson Cold Wet Noses since 2016. She grew up surrounded by Dachshunds, Great Danes, and St. Bernards—all at once—and even showed her Dachshunds in junior competitions. Kim has a special place in her heart for senior and hospice dogs, especially those with medical needs like diabetes.

Kim is committed to fear-free, force-free, and shock-free principles, having completed specialized dog classes in these areas, and has assisted with reactive dog classes. She’s also well-versed in decompression techniques, counter-conditioning, and obedience training. 

Dr. Rademaker and her husband John moved to Tucson, Arizona, from San Jose, California, in December of 2001. They loved their California life, but life in Tucson continues to be the best thing ever! Affectionately known as Dr. Rad, she left behind an 18 year career at the small animal clinic in San Jose that she joined 2 weeks after graduating from vet school. She then embarked on a 19 year career at Sunrise Pet Clinic in Tucson. It could not have been a better match. In those 19 years at Sunrise she was surrounded by doctors and staff who were skilled not only in Traditional Medicine, but also in Alternative Medicine. She retired in May 2021 and has no regrets about the decision, but she truly misses the profession that she started as a technician/ receptionist way, way back when she was 19 years old.
The Rademaker 4 leggeds have been the best teachers imaginable: Fast and agile Joey, smart and stubborn Weezee, and goofy guard dog Duke.

Dr. Rad's current rescue dog, Mowgli, is a tripod. His right front leg was amputated when he was about 4 months old. He seems to be oblivious to the need for the “extra” leg that other dogs have.

All of the deceased Rademaker dogs, most of the cats, and even Moki the rat have lost their lives to cancer. Subsequently, she figures that every moment of fun and love and joy counts for a great deal. Environment enrichment is our mantra!