Team Bios
We are proud of our fantastic staff, in fact we think they are the best in the business. Click on a name and find out why!
Ralph - Wolf
Big Dog
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
Wolves are the most loyal, family animals on the planet. They always look out for their own. They cannot survive with out a pack, much like myself.
What is your favorite dog related movie?
8 below
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
The close bond we develop with the dogs!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
Yup! Sure do! The Triple Trouble. Three girls, and they are the loves of my life! The reason I do what I do!
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
I love them all the same!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I enjoy taking trips up to Vermont with my wife and dogs and blowing glass.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Balto, the Siberian Husky. In 1925 Balto was the lead dog in the final stretch of the life saving run, to retrieve a life saving serum after Diphtheria swept through Alaska.
Emily - Rhodesian Ridgeback
Alpha Female
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A Rhodesian Ridgeback. Energetic, loyal, and independent!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Marley and Me: A great book and movie about love, family and loyalty.
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Doing what I love while interacting with wonderful humans and canines!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
Yes... I have three beautiful ladies: Cassidy, Sequoia and Delilah.
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
More work. Ha! I love to work and it really isn't work if you like what you do! But, I also love spending time with my husband, family, friends, my ladies, hiking, camping, travelling, and reading.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Petey (the OTL dog)...someday he'll be truly famous!
Vanessa - Great Dane
Star Groomer!
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A Great Dane! So for once in my life I could be the tallest!!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
All dogs go to heaven.
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Getting to spend my day with a huge group of smiling, happy, playful dogs! Making lots of very awesome pals, and getting slobbered with kisses!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have a 2 year old Great Dane named Tank. Hobbies include: digging grave sized holes in my yard, chewing the arm of my couch, sleeping in my bed, and burying everything he finds!
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Males! I've haven't owned a female dog yet!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Play softball, hike, surf, wake board, and take my dog everywhere!
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Snoopy! He can do anything!
Tara - Boston Terrier
Supervisor II
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A Boston Terrier ... They've got so much personality in such a small package! Their feistyness is adorable too!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Best In Show, hands down. If you've ever been to a dog show or know people involved, you understand.
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
One thing? How to choose?! Probably how tired the dogs walk out by the end of the night...sign of a job well done!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have two little monsters...a Boston Terrier named Sophie and an Aussie/Dachshund mix that enjoys terrorizing people and dogs alike with his ferocious bark!
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Female! They always rule the roost at home and at daycare.
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I love to run, hike, take photos and teach Zumba classes... I'm always trying to find new and exciting things to do to keep busy.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
I don't necessarily have a favorite "famous" dog, but I sure love watching any funny YouTube videos of dogs doing ridiculous things.
Liz - Rottweiler
Supervisor
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
Rottweiler, because they are my favorite breed. They're loyal and goofy!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Homeward Bound, the original
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Getting to know each individual dog!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I don't.... I borrow my friend's dogs whenever I can!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Horseback riding, hiking and spending time with friends.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Lassie! When I was very young, I would get up at 5am to watch the black and white version!
Alison - Schnauzer
Floor Lead
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
I would be a Schnauzer!They are smart, cute, spunky, and athletic all at the same time
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Lady and the Tramp! It definitely contributed to my love of dogs, especially terriers!
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Definitely spending time with so many different types of dogs and giving then all some loving! Not to mention the staff here rocks!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I don't personally own a dog. But my boyfriend has a year old Plott Hound named Brandy. She's a Brindle beauty with an extra set of nails on her hind feet. She loves hiking in dense woods, flying up rock faces (with ease), and jumping or swimming through puddles, ponds, and beaches. After she drains all her energy she turns into a cuddle monster, taking up the whole bed and creeping up until she is at the head of the bed.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
I've always preferred male dogs but i have learned that its not the sex of the dog that matters, it's all in the personality!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I love to go swimming, hiking, camping, cliff jumping and watching movies.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Scooby Doo! Because he can talk and solve mysteries!
Sadhana - Akita
Floor Lead
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
Akita; I have a ton of energy and I am naturally protective of the people I care about.
What is your favorite dog related movie?
It's a tie - Homeward Bound and Balto!
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
The relationship you build with each dog, and the knowledge gained from the experience.
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have a family dog named Dunkin. He is a Havenese and is three years old. He is amazing, friendly, happy and loves everyone!
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Depends...
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I do something work related...
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Lassy, she pretty much set the dog standard.
Kim - Dalmation
Dog Handler II
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
I'd be a dalmation so I could be a firehouse dog and ride around on the fire engine truck all day.
What is your favorite dog related movie?
101 Dalmations, Homeward Bound and Lady in the Tramp
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
I get to play for 8 hours.
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I grew up with two Dalmations (ruby and Dottie) who loved walks and snuggling on the couch.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Well, I'm a little bit biased because I've only known females but I dont discriminate.
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I love to watch black and white movies and bake (preferably cookies or cupcakes)!
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
McGruff because he fights crime and get's to look cool in a fedora.
Dayna - Chihuaha
Dog Handler II
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
A chihuahua, they are small and feisty with a sweet side.
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Lady and the Tramp
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Learning something new about each dog everyday.
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have one dog, Jefferson, who is my 4 year old yellow lab. He is the biggest lovey. My family and I adopted him from Kansas.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Males are way cooler! They have less attitude.
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I love spending time with my family and Jefferson!
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Daddy the pit bull! He is a great representation of the breed and an excellent role model.
Colton - Puggle
Dog Handler II
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
I would be a puggle! Being that energetic all of the time would be awesome!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Homeward Bound
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Getting to know each dogs unique personality
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have a three year old Jack Russell Terrier named Macy and, my newest addition, a 7 week old American Pitt Bull Terrier named Poseidon
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Males!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I play in a band!
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Pluto because he is everything a dog should be... and, always has Mickey's back!
Nina - Yellow Lab
Dog Handler II
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
I would be a yellow lab, since I was little; I always thought they were so cool!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Hotel for dogs
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Getting to be around so many different dogs. They are all different sizes and have different personalities which keep things interesting and fun!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have two small white dogs. They are mother and daughter. One is 12 her names Melaney, and the other is 10, her names Britney.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Both are cool in their own ways.
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Watch movies and hang out with my friends.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Chance from Homeward Bound. It was my favorite movie when I was a kid.
Nick - Dingo
Dog Handler I
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
I would be a dingo! I could live in Australia and be wild and free!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Homeward Bound
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Watching the dogs play in the pools!
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have two, two year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. Charlie is sweet and loves his stuffed horse! Molly is new to our pack but she sure loves Charlie!
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Females!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Play the guitar for my band called Aston.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Fang, Hagrids dog from The Harry potter movies. He's loyal and a great guardian.
Stacy - St Bernard
Assistant Dog Handler
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
I would be a Saint Bernard because they are huge dogs and they're cute and fluffy!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Beethoven
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
I love to hang out with the big dogs but I also like cleaning.
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I used to have a dog named Smokey. She was a husky, german shepherd, collie mix. She passed away at 7 years old of Diabetes I.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Females of course!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
I hang out with friends and go to the mall or we go out to eat.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Beethoven because Saint Bernards are my favorite breed and it's a funny movie!
Dee - Golden
Dog Handler I
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
Golden Retriever because I'm loveable.
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Bingo!
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Meeting all of the different dogs, getting to know their personalities, and watching them play.
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
Seamus - 6 year old Boxer/English setter. He likes long walks in the woods, boat and car rides, and hide and seek with his toys. Also, Maggie 11 month old boxer. Enjoys running through the woods, playing with her frisbee, chew toys and sneaking up on Seamus.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Depends on their personality.
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Play softball... and, spend some QT with Seamus.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Chance from Homeward Bound because every dog should be voiced by Michael J Fox....and he reminds me of my dog.
Amy - Goldendoodle
Dog Handler I
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
Goldendoodle because my friends have told me that I look like them with my wavy blond hair!
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Marley and Me
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
I get to play with dogs all day long!
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
Depends on the dog
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Spend time with family and friends, watching movies, doing fun day trips, kayaking, hiking and going to Vermont.
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Comet from Full House... First dog I ever wanted.
Brendon - Bernese
Dog Handler I
If you were a dog, what breed would you be and why?
Bernese Mountain Dog - I'm a laid back kinda guy! Loyal and will work hard when you need me to.
What is your favorite dog related movie?
Homeward Bound
What is your favorite thing about working at doggie daycare?
Getting to know the personalities of the dogs and learning new things everyday.
Do you have your own dog(s)? If so tell us about them?
I have two dogs - Max is an 11 year old Shih-Tzu, very laid back. The other is Swayze, she's a 2 year old Pittbull Whippet mix with tons of energy.
Who's cooler? Male or Female dogs?
All dogs are cool.... except for one breed that will remain nameless...!
What do you do for fun when you're not working?
Playing softball and hockey and just hanging out with friends!
Who is your favorite famous dog and why?
Shadow from Homeward Bound. Just an old wise man. Very loyal too.
