Alyssa - Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: April 2016
Pets: Two border collies: Meeka and Reina
Before Camp Fido I worked in childcare.
Hidden Talent: Trick training with my dogs
As a child I imagined being a swimmer in the Olympics.
Beth - Knoll Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: October 2018
Pets: A house full of Australian shepherds (anywhere between 4 and 14!)
Before Camp Fido I worked at the United Kennel Club. I currently work as a trainer at TipTopTails as well.
Pet Background: Participating in dog competitions since I could walk – with all the training fun!
Hidden Talent: White water kayaker
Carly - Knoll Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: February 2018
Pets: A shepherd mix named Ash and four cats: Mabel, Flower, Bones & Gazpacho
Three words to describe me are: Quirky. Particular. Funky-Fresh.
When I'm alone in my car I often think about elaborate conspiracy theories.
If I could be any animal I would be a Giant Salamander.
Cheri - Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: January 2006
Pets: Aurora, a Siberian husky; Three cats: Scooter, Sassy & Coonie; and a fish
Favorite quality in a dog: A sweet, playful disposition
Hidden talent: Painting ceramics
If I could be any animal I would be a wolf.
Jeff - Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: November 2018
Pets: Huskies Thorik and Willow
Before Camp Fido I worked at Eddie Bauer.
Favorite quality in a dog: Discipline
Personal motto: You get only one.
Jess – Owner
Joined Camp Fido: June 2009
Before Camp Fido I worked as a zookeeper, a kennel attendant & a dog trainer with TipTopTails.
Favorite quality in a dog: The desire to work as a team!
Hidden talent: I'm an excellent mimic and whistler
Three words that describe me are: Goofy, Helpful, Stubborn.
Kristen – Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: October 2016
Pets: Franklin, Terk, Cookie Monster and Georgina
Favorite quality in a dog: Rescue
Three words that describe me: Adopt. Don't. Shop.
When I am alone in my car I often think about my animals.
Lauren – Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: May 2021
Pets: Mowgli, a Chihuahua/Cardigan Welsh Corgi mix
Before Camp Fido I worked as a barista at Mezzo Coffee House in Otsego.
As a child I used to imagine being a mermaid so I could talk to dolphins and have a long pink tail fin.
Personal motto: Not all those who wander are lost. - JRR Tolkien
Lindsay – Stadium Wrangler & Manager
Joined Camp Fido: April 2010
Pets: three dogs: Bruce, Grimm and Maeve
Favorite quality in a dog: When they smile or howl as a greeting
Pet Background: Owned numerous animals including 10 dogs, 6 cats, 2 Guinea pigs, 1 gerbil, 2 rabbits, 2 bearded dragon, 2 pigs, 2 goats, a sheep and chickens
Hidden talent: The ability to remember what vehicle everyone drives
Syd – Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: January 2022
Pets: A cat named Barley and two birds: Phoebe & Frankie
Personal Motto: Be the change you want to see in the world.
Previous animal experience: I've raised puppies and have cared for dogs my whole life.
Three words that describe me are: Bubbly, Energetic, Loud.
Paige – Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: February 2017
Pets: Leland, a chocolate lab; Kona, a golden retriever; Houston, a black lab. I also have three childhood pets that live with my mom: two pugs, Maggie & Zoey and a rabbit named Pinto Bean.
Favorite quality in a dog: They must love water!
As a child I used to imagine doing dog sports! Leland is so versatile that he has tried almost every sport out there. He's truly what I dreamed about having my whole life.
If I could be an animal I would be a bear so I could live in Tennessee and hibernate when it is cold.
Rachel - Knoll Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: August 2019
Pets: A husky/shepherd named Moro and 4 cats
Hidden Talent: Scuba Diving
Dogs like me because I'm patient and I have a calm energy.
As a child I used to imagine being an adult. (Mission accomplished!)
Rachel – Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: February 2021
Pets: A chinchilla named Hubble
Title of my autobiography would be: "Messy Mischief; Paints, Paws, and Pansies"
As a child I used to imagine being a walrus trainer and traveling to space. Not necessarily at the same time.
Personal motto: “Where there's life there's hope, and need of vittles.”
― J.R.R. Tolkien
Shanny – Knoll Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: August 2017
Pets: A pit bull terrier named Vada (aka Pookie Bear)
Before Camp Fido I worked as an elementary school teacher where I wrangled groups of 8 year olds.
Personal motto: Creative people are never bored.
When I am alone in my car I often think: I wish the person in front of me was driving faster.
Taylor - Stadium Wrangler
Joined Camp Fido: December 2006
Pets: Two pit bulls: Huckleberry and Juno (aka Buddy and Beans)
Hidden talent: Pinball wizard
Three words that describe me are: Reserved, Adaptable, Playful.
Favorite quality in a dog: Snuggly
Kerry – Founder
Opened Camp Fido: November 2002
Kerry retired from her ownership role after 20 years of dedication to Camp Fido. We owe her a debt of gratitude for everything she did during that time! She may not work here anymore, but she'll always hold a special place here at Camp.