Meet Our Team

Kathleen Metcalf

Meet Kathleen! Kathleen brings over 20 years of experience in animal welfare to our rescue. A passionate advocate for rescue and rehabilitation, she has fostered hundreds of dogs and played an instrumental role in saving countless more.

Kathleen shares her home with two beloved rescue cattle dogs and is deeply committed to improving the lives of animals in need. Her extensive experience, combined with her love for animals, makes her a vital asset to the rescue’s mission of finding loving homes for dogs in need.

Erica Hurst

Erica’s journey into dog rescue began in 2010 when she adopted her first dog, Hannah. Inspired by Hannah’s story and the healing bond they shared, Erica dove headfirst into the world of rescue after the passing of Hannah.

Over the last few years, together with her husband Donny, she has fostered over 50 dogs, each finding a safe and loving path to a new life through the care and dedication of Sacred Pawz. Erica and Donny have fallen victim to foster-failing 3 huskies and now have their own pack that symbolize the strength of teamwork, compassion and hope.

Erica brings her hands-on experience, passion and unwavering commitment to help dogs realize they are safe and will only know love from here on out. Her favorite part of the rescue journey is witnessing that moment - the transformation in a dog’s eyes as they understand they are safe, cherished and free.

Stephanie Ross

Stephanie’s love for rescue animals runs deep. Having rescued dogs of her own and fostering for Sacred Pawz, she understands firsthand the challenges and rewards that come with giving a homeless dog a second chance.

Stephanie involves her daughter in the rescue’s efforts whenever she can, ensuring the next generation understands the power of compassion, responsibility and the need for animal rescue. Whether working at events, helping place foster dogs or promoting dogs in our care, she works tirelessly to spread the message that every dog deserves a loving home.

Through her work, Stephanie is not only helping to save dogs’ lives but also inspiring others to become advocates for rescue animals, ensuring a brighter future for pets in need across the country.