Our Doggy Daycare Team

Jadyn has been an essential part of the Ashland Doggy Daycare team since March 2022, and we’re incredibly grateful for the experience, knowledge, and compassion she brings to our team every day. With a strong foundation in animal care from her time in the ACWHCC Animal Veterinary Science lab, Jadyn has developed a deep understanding of animal behavior and well-being that makes her a trusted member of our leadership team.

Jadyn is certified in Pet CPR and First Aid and has also completed specialized training in dog body language. These skills, combined with her hands-on experience, allow her to confidently support our team and help create a safe, positive, and enriching environment for every dog in our care. ❤️🐶

One of the most rewarding parts of Jadyn’s job is hearing kind words from our clients and knowing that they recognize the love, attention, and training their dogs receive while they’re with us. Knowing that families trust us with their beloved pets means so much to her, and she takes great pride in making sure every dog receives the individualized care and attention they deserve.

Outside of work, Jadyn’s love for animals continues at home, where she shares her life with Banana, her 1.5-year-old ball python, and Echo, her 6-month-old Pit Bull mix. 🐍🐶 Her lifelong passion for animals is evident not only in the pets she cares for, but also in the dedication and compassion she brings to her work each day.

Jadyn’s knowledge, leadership, and genuine commitment to the well-being of every animal make her an invaluable part of our Ashland Doggy Daycare family. We’re so lucky to have her on our leadership team and appreciate everything she does for our pups, their families, and our staff! 🐾💕

Mahala is one of our dedicated supervisors and an essential part of the Ashland Doggy Daycare team. With her strong leadership skills, calm presence, and genuine love for animals, Mahala helps make sure each day at the daycare runs smoothly, safely, and positively for both our pups and our team.

Mahala has completed Pack Pro training, giving her advanced knowledge in group dog behavior, safety, handling, and enrichment. Her experience and training make her a valuable resource for both her fellow team members and the dogs in our care. She takes pride in creating an environment where every pup can feel comfortable, have fun, and enjoy their time with us. ❤️🐶

At home, Mahala is a proud pet mom to two sweet dogs, Bo and Opal, as well as her cat, Willow. Her love for animals doesn’t stop when she leaves work—her own pets are an important part of her life and family. 🐶🐱

When she’s not at the daycare, Mahala enjoys the quieter things in life. She loves cozying up with a good book or spending time in the kitchen baking some of her favorite treats. 📚🧁

Mahala’s leadership, experience, patience, and dedication make her such an important part of our team. We’re grateful for all she does to support our staff and care for our pups, and we’re lucky to have her helping make Ashland Doggy Daycare a safe, welcoming, and happy place for everyone! 🐾💕

Alia has been a valued member of the Ashland Doggy Daycare team since September 2022, bringing with her a wealth of experience, a genuine love for animals, and a passion for creating a safe and positive environment for every dog in her care. Before joining our team, Alia gained valuable experience working in dog kennels, giving her a strong foundation in canine care and a wonderful understanding of dog behavior.

Since joining Ashland Doggy Daycare, Alia has completed extensive training in dog body language, safe handling, group management, and off-leash play. Her knowledge and experience allow her to confidently care for dogs with a variety of personalities while helping make sure every pup feels comfortable, happy, and included in the pack.

One of Alia’s favorite parts of her job is getting to know each dog individually. She loves learning their unique personalities, figuring out what makes them happy, and building a special connection with each pup. Her patience, compassion, and genuine joy for working with animals shine through in everything she does. ❤️🐶

Outside of work, Alia is a proud pet mom to JJ, her fun-loving Boxer, as well as Tater and Salem, her sweet and spunky cats. When she’s not caring for her four-legged family members, Alia enjoys spending time with her 5-year-old daughter and making memories with her family.

Alia’s experience, warm personality, and dedication to the dogs she cares for make her an incredibly important part of our team. We’re grateful to have her helping our pups feel safe, loved, and right at home while they’re with us! 🐾💕

If you’ve spent any time at Ashland Doggy Daycare, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Bri giving our pups plenty of attention, affection, and care! Bri has been part of our team since July 2023 and has become a wonderful addition to our daycare family.

Bri is passionate about continuing to learn and grow in her role. She has completed training in dog handling and behavior and is currently expanding her skills in off-leash group play and group management. She loves learning more about canine behavior and finding new ways to make sure every dog feels safe, comfortable, and happy while they’re in our care.

What Bri enjoys most about her job is getting to spend her days with our pups and building a bond with each one. She loves getting to know their individual personalities and watching them have fun, play, and enjoy their time at daycare. Her genuine love for dogs shines through in the care and attention she gives them every day. ❤️🐶

Outside of work, Bri enjoys spending time with her husband and their two dogs, Lucky & Lily. Lily is a playful and affectionate 3-year-old mixed-breed pup, while Lucky is a 2-year-old yellow Labrador who brings plenty of love and personality to their home. 🐾

Bri also has a green thumb and loves caring for her collection of houseplants. When she’s not surrounded by dogs, you’ll likely find her enjoying time with her family or tending to her growing collection of plants. 🌿

Bri’s kindness, dedication, love for animals, and commitment to growing her skills make her such an important part of our team. We’re lucky to have her caring for our pups and look forward to seeing her continue to grow with us! 💕🐾

With a passion for animals and a strong background in animal care, Corena has been a wonderful addition to the Ashland Doggy Daycare team since May 2024. Her education and experience have given her a great foundation for understanding animals and helping them feel safe, happy, and confident in their environment.

Corena completed the Veterinary Science Program at Ashland County Career Center and continued her education through two years in the Animal Assisted Services Program at Hocking College. She is also a certified dog trainer and has completed the Pack Pro online training program, giving her an even deeper understanding of canine behavior, training, and safe handling.

One of the most rewarding parts of Corena’s job is watching our daycare dogs thrive. She loves seeing them happy, healthy, and having fun together, while also getting to know each dog as an individual. Building trusting relationships with the dogs and learning more about canine behavior allows Corena to help create safe, positive, and enjoyable play experiences for everyone. ❤️🐶

Outside of work, Corena spends plenty of time with her own four-legged friends. She is a proud pet parent to Ozzy, her Mini Australian Shepherd, and she also helps care for her parents’ Shih Tzu–Yorkie mix. She enjoys working on training with Ozzy and occasionally helping train her family’s dogs as well.

When she’s not working with dogs, Corena enjoys staying active and spending time with her family. She loves playing soccer with her brother and a local group on Sundays, as well as going on walks with her mom.

Corena’s education, training experience, and genuine passion for helping dogs learn, grow, and thrive make her a wonderful part of our team. We’re grateful to have her caring for our pups and bringing her knowledge and enthusiasm to Ashland Doggy Daycare every day! 🐾💕

We welcomed Gracie to the Ashland Doggy Daycare team in June 2025, and we’re so happy to have her energetic, caring, and compassionate spirit as part of our team! After graduating from Ashland High School, Gracie began pursuing her passion for animal care at Tri-C, where she is now in her second year of the Veterinary Technician program working toward becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).

As Gracie continues her education and gains hands-on experience, she has also recently started working with our team at Spring Meadow Veterinary Clinic, where she is beginning to build her career as a veterinary technician. We’re excited to support Gracie as she takes this next step and continues learning and growing in the veterinary field!

Gracie’s love for animals started at a young age. Growing up on a farm surrounded by cows, horses, and chickens, animals have always been a big part of her life. At home, she continues to be surrounded by furry friends, including her two purebred St. Bernards and three cats. 🐶🐱

When she’s not working or studying, Gracie loves spending quality time with her friends and family. She’s also a lifelong softball player, having played for 13 years on both school and summer teams. ⚾

One of Gracie’s favorite things about working with us is being surrounded by such an encouraging and motivating team—and, of course, getting to spend her days with all the dogs! We’re incredibly proud of Gracie and excited to watch her continue to grow as she works toward her goal of becoming an RVT. We’re lucky to have her as part of both the Ashland Doggy Daycare and Spring Meadow Veterinary Clinic families! ❤️🐾

Nalyn joined the Ashland Doggy Daycare team in March 2026, bringing with her valuable experience from both a doggy daycare and a dog-walking company in Kansas. Her background has given her a wonderful understanding of canine care, and she has a genuine passion for helping dogs feel safe, comfortable, and excited to be part of the daycare experience.

One of Nalyn’s favorite parts of her job is getting to know each dog’s unique personality. She especially loves watching shy or nervous pups gradually come out of their shells, gain confidence, and discover how much fun it can be to spend time with their new friends. Building those trusting relationships and seeing a dog become more comfortable is one of the most rewarding parts of her work. ❤️🐶

At home, Nalyn is a proud dog mom to two pups she absolutely adores. Chase is her 11-year-old German Shepherd, while Maverick is her 5-year-old Pit Mix. With two dogs of her own, Nalyn knows just how special the bond between people and their pets can be!

When she’s not at daycare, Nalyn enjoys spending time with her husband and their daughter, Montana. She loves being outdoors whenever the weather is nice and making the most of time with her family. She also enjoys slowing down and relaxing with a good book when she gets the chance. 📚🌿

Nalyn’s experience, patience, and love for helping dogs build confidence make her a wonderful addition to our team. We’re so happy to have her caring for our pups and helping each one feel right at home at Ashland Doggy Daycare! 🐾💕

Lily joined the Ashland Doggy Daycare team in May 2026 and brings a lifelong love of animals and a genuine passion for caring for them. Having grown up with dogs and spent years caring for pets with a variety of personalities and medical needs, Lily understands that every animal is unique and deserves thoughtful, compassionate care.

For Lily, one of the most rewarding parts of her job is building relationships—not only with the dogs in her care, but with their families as well. She understands that pets are cherished members of the family, and earning the trust of pet owners is something she takes seriously. Lily takes pride in helping every dog feel safe, happy, comfortable, and loved while they’re with us. ❤️🐶

At home, Lily is surrounded by plenty of furry companions of her own! She shares her life with two dogs, Max and Lucky, as well as two black cats, Linus and Lilah. Her love for animals extends well beyond her own pets, and she is passionate about helping animals in need throughout her community.

In her free time, Lily helps trap stray cats and arrange spay and neuter services for them. Through this work, she hopes to help reduce the local stray population and give these cats a better chance at finding safe and loving homes. Her compassion and dedication to animals truly extend far beyond the walls of Ashland Doggy Daycare. 🐱❤️

Lily is also very close with her parents, whom she considers to be her biggest supporters. Family, animals, and making a positive difference in the lives of those around her are all important parts of who she is.

We’re so happy to have Lily on our team and appreciate the kindness, compassion, and dedication she brings to every pet in her care. We know our daycare families are in wonderful hands with her! 🐾💕

Kaeleigh brings several years of hands-on experience working in doggy daycares, boarding facilities, and grooming salons to the Ashland Doggy Daycare team. Her background has given her a well-rounded understanding of canine care, and her genuine love for animals is evident in the way she connects with every dog she meets.

What Kaeleigh enjoys most about her job is getting to know each dog as an individual. She loves learning their unique personalities, quirks, and routines and building those special one-on-one relationships. For Kaeleigh, every dog has their own way of communicating and showing who they are, and she enjoys taking the time to understand them. ❤️🐶

One of the most rewarding parts of her work is building trusting relationships with both the dogs and their owners. Kaeleigh understands how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable, and understood when they’re away from home. She takes pride in helping each dog feel confident and cared for throughout their time with us.

Animals have always been an important part of Kaeleigh’s life. She has previously shared her home with an orange tabby cat and a Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix, and her family currently has a German Shepherd mix named Duke. 🐾

Outside of work, Kaeleigh has a strong passion for horses. She is the oldest of five siblings and graduated in 2026 with a degree in Equine Facility Management. She has been riding horses for seven years and competed throughout all four years of college on Lake Erie College’s IHSA Western team. During her time on the team, she also served as the Social Media Officer.

Kaeleigh’s combination of experience, compassion, and lifelong love for animals makes her a wonderful addition to the Ashland Doggy Daycare family. We’re excited to have her on our team and know that our pups—and their families—are in great hands with her! 💕🐾

 Since joining us in July 2026, Emma has quickly become a wonderful addition to the Ashland Doggy Daycare team. Emma brings a caring, positive attitude to work each day and truly enjoys being part of a team that is supportive, kind, and always willing to help one another. She says that the welcoming environment and wonderful coworkers are some of the most meaningful and rewarding parts of her job.

Outside of work, Emma is a proud pet mom to three cats and her Corgi, Todd, who keeps life at home fun and full of personality! 🐶🐱 Being an animal lover doesn’t stop there—Emma also enjoys spending time with her horse, Cricket. She loves riding and being outdoors, especially when she gets to share those experiences with her family.

Emma is the oldest of four, and family is an important part of her life. Whether she’s spending time with her family, enjoying the outdoors, caring for her pets, or riding Cricket, Emma loves staying active and making the most of her time outside of work.

We’re thrilled to have Emma on our team and are grateful for the kindness, enthusiasm, and love for animals that she brings to Ashland Doggy Daycare every day. Be sure to say hello to Emma and give her a warm welcome the next time you see her! 

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Deb has been an invaluable part of our Ashland Doggy Daycare family since October 2007! She originally joined our team as a dedicated kennel attendant, where her genuine love for animals and commitment to providing excellent pet care quickly became evident. Over the years, Deb’s passion and natural talent for working with dogs led her to discover her true calling in grooming.

Today, Deb is one of our skilled groomers, bringing years of experience, patience, and a personal touch to every grooming appointment. She especially enjoys working with small breeds and takes pride in helping each dog look and feel their very best. Her gentle approach and attention to detail help make grooming a positive experience for both pets and their families.

Outside of work, Deb is surrounded by plenty of inspiration for her craft. She shares her home with her beloved Shih Tzus, who are a wonderful reflection of her lifelong love for dogs and their unique personalities. 🐶❤️

After nearly two decades with our team, Deb has become such an important part of what makes Ashland Doggy Daycare special. We’re incredibly grateful for her years of dedication, her expertise, and the care she shows every pet that comes through our doors. We’re lucky to have Deb as part of our team!

Sam joined the Ashland Doggy Daycare team as a groomer in December 2025, and we’re so happy to have him as part of our team! Sam is a 2024 graduate of Paragon Pet School, where he earned his dog grooming certification and gained valuable hands-on experience working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and personalities.

For Sam, one of the most rewarding parts of grooming is getting to work one-on-one with each dog. He enjoys building trust with his furry clients and creating a calm, comfortable experience where every pup feels safe, cared for, and pampered. His patience and genuine love for working with animals shine through in every grooming session.

Outside of work, Sam enjoys spending time with friends and getting lost in a good comic. He’s also a proud pet parent to Banana, a 1.5-year-old ball python, and Echo, a 6-month-old Pit Bull mix. 🐍🐶

We’re excited to have Sam on our grooming team and appreciate the knowledge, compassion, and care he brings to every dog he works with. Be sure to say hello and give Sam a warm welcome the next time you visit Ashland Doggy Daycare! ❤️🐾

 Our Ashland Doggy Daycare and Spring Meadow  teams work together to care for your pets! Please click here to meet the rest of our team!