AROO Core Team of Volunteers

There are many volunteers that work with AROO from foster homes to application screeners to transport drivers. We want to thank all of them for the continued support and help to Aussie's in need. The below volunteers are the core group that keep the rescue work on track and are responding to all the inquiries and needs of dogs in our care.

Board of Directors

As AROO~ Australian Shepherd Rescue of Ontario is a Registered NOT FOR PROFIT Organization we must have a board of Directors to oversee our rescue. Please meet the board and feel free to send any questions or concerns to ottawa.aussies@gmail.com
Director and AROO's Founder: Kim Dick
Professionally: Project Manager with a High Tech Company
The Dog World:
  • Owned by two Australian Shepherds: Sydney & Rumor.
  • Avid Agility competitor with about 25 titles between the two dogs.
  • Loves performance dog training and spends much time working with the dogs. (Skijoring, Dock Diving, Sledding, Rally-O, Sheep Herding, Treiball and whatever else we find :)
  • Works with and fosters for multiple rescues as needed.
  • Certified Red Rover Responder
  • FEMA Certified
  • Fostered Countless dogs and has worked in Emergency Shelters.
  • One dog certified for the OHS Humane Education Program
Director: Crystal Kirkwood
Professionally: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Owned by a Border-Sheltie a Mini Aussie and Bugg: D'Artagnan, Roo and Bugg
Director: Heather
Co-owner of Carolark Dog Training
Owned by two Australian Shepherds: Tonka and Lilah

Communications Team

One of the most important part of rescue work is the communication. There are many emails received in a week with inquiries and questions from potential adopters, along with follow-up and support of dogs that are in need of rescue. This often can be a time consuming job to make sure everyone receives the information that they need. AROO has a core communications team that helps support the incoming messages and actions that need to be taken.
Finola Pitcher
Anne Lund