Cheryl: Cheryl grew up in a small rural town where she developed a real love for nature and a compassion for animals. Staying close to her roots, she now lives on a small farm with her husband, their two horses, four dogs and two cats. When Cheryl isn’t spending time at the farm with her family or out visiting pets, she volunteers at Guiding Eyes for the Blind where she helps socialize the puppies. Cheryl enjoys taking care of animals and having them. She understands the need for reliable and thoughtful care for her pets which is why she will take great care of yours. It’s her goal to bring a little joy into the lives of each pet she visits.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: The Black Stallion
Favorite Pet Memory: My Great Pyrenees during the winter every year. Bear would sit in the snow taking it all in, and then make snow dog angels! I enjoyed it so much because he did.
Paul: I have been an animal lover for as long as I can remember. I know how I want my pets treated when I can’t be with them, and I take pride in giving that same kind of treatment and love to the pets that I am sitting for. I have several pets of my own each with a unique personality, 2 dogs; Ruby and Lavender, 2 cats; Joshua and Liza, and 4 guinea pigs; Hyacinth, Petunia, Lily and Rose.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: The Good Boy
Favorite Pet Memory: I have such wonderful memories of the first great danes that had me as their human. I had always wanted to have a great dane. The opportunity came along a number of years ago to get a female harlequin great dane puppy. We got to the breeders house, at first not knowing which puppy we were going to choose, and as soon as I stepped out of the car I saw Gracie. I instantly knew she was the ONE. She was a bit aloof and independent, which made me love her even more. I spent her first night in our house sleeping on the floor cuddling her so she felt safe and loved.
Karisa: Karisa’s passion for animals began early on and was nurtured by growing up in a household full of pets in her hometown of Norwalk, CT. At a young age she would babysit for neighbors as well as pet sit for family and friends whenever they went on vacation. Karisa is currently pursuing nursing but wants to share her love and compassion with not only humans but all different kinds of creatures and pets. She has a nine-year-old Brussels Griffon/Pug mix named George and a three-year-old Llasa Apso/Terrier mix named Juliette, who was rescued from Puerto Rico. She also has a Leopard Gecko named Louie who was also rescued.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Homeward Bound, Karisa loved the movie so much she actually had a Himalayan Persian cat named Sassy for 22 years. The same name and breed as the cat from the movie!
Favorite Pet Memory: My favorite pet memory is when my husband and I adopted Juliette. She was the tiniest most adorable thing I have ever seen. I was concerned that George wouldn’t get along with her, but after they met and got comfortable they were running around and playing with each other. That was just about three years ago and they’ve been best friends ever since.
Suzanne: Suzanne grew up in Ridgefield, CT and has always had a spot in her heart for animals. Her love for hockey was what ultimately decided the name for her handsome Black Lab, Henrick. In her free time, she loves reading, going to the beach and watching the New York Rangers. Suzanne can be considered reliable, funny and caring and will give your furry friends her utmost love and compassion.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Finding Nemo and National Velvet
Favorite Pet Memory: When my husband and I adopted Henrick, we took him to our local baseball field where everyone met him. The kids were so happy to meet him and Henrick fit right in.
Ami: Ami grew up in Fairfield, CT with nothing short of a zoo in her home. She has a total of 19 pets that include dogs, cats, turtles, various reptiles and a goldfish pond! Ami looks forward to providing love and care for pets while their families are away. She is kind, caring and a natural caregiver, so Canine Company was an easy choice for her. When Ami isn’t taking care of her household full of pets she likes to read, garden, dance and explore.
Favorite Pet Memory: My cat Rifka sitting on my crossword puzzle every morning for 18 years!
Charles: Charles is a motivated, organized and caring individual who has a passion for helping dogs. He volunteers twice each week at ROAR and knew Canine Company would be a natural extension of his love for dogs. Although Charles has no pets of his own he has no problem showing love to other familys’ furry friends. When he’s not working Charles loves to hike, work on classic British cars and travel.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Toto in The Wizard of Oz
Favorite Pet Memory: Working with the dogs at ROAR and giving them the love and attention to ensure that they will be loving pets in their new homes.
Samantha: Samantha is from Danbury, CT and has two chocolate labs named Abby and Cocoa! She is considered friendly, sociable and outgoing so your dogs will have plenty of fun when Samantha is watching them. She has volunteered multiple times at DAWS and is an avid dog lover so when she found us, it was a perfect fit!
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Marley & Me
Favorite Pet Memory: My favorite pet memory is when I took home Abby as a puppy, I wanted a dog since I was younger and taking her home as mine was amazing.
Kayla: Kayla has always loved being around dogs and giving them some lovin’. She has a Labradoodle named Logan who’s her best bud. Her hometown is Norwalk, CT and she enjoys going to the gym and playing basketball when she’s not working. Kayla can’t wait give your pets all her attention!
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Oliver & Company
Favorite Pet Memory: When I’m listening to music my dog Logan nods his head and dances with me.
Dawn: Dawn has been with Canine Company for over 15 years so she has extensive experience working with pets and pet parents. You’ll love her happy, outgoing and fun loving spirit and so will your pets!
Shayna: Shayna loves animals and as a Canine Company Pet Sitter, is looking forward to caring for a variety of dogs and cats and giving them her undivided attention. She has a big German Shepherd of her own named Sammy. He is a protective boy, but also a big baby who loves to snuggle. She enjoys reading in her spare time and playing the piano. Thoughtful, kind and honest, Shayna is the perfect addition to our Pet Sitting team.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Where the Red Fern Grows
Favorite Pet Memory: Carrying my dog Sammy up the stairs when he was a puppy because he was too scared to go up them by himself!
Diane: A Norwalk local, Diane shares her home with two black labs named Champ and Flo. Champ is nine and helps hunt and Flo is seven and is a therapy dog. She also has two cats named Rocky and Binx! After losing her corporate job, Diane wanted to focus on her passion which is helping and being with animals. In her free time, she loves boating with her pups or watching her son’s football games. Diane was previously a veterinary technician and can’t wait to make your pets feel comfortable and at ease while you’re away.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Lassie and Mr. Ed
Favorite Pet Memory: I love taking Flo to visit nursing homes and watching people there light up. Some patients will only respond to pets so it is beyond satisfying to watch!
Nadia: Nadia is no stranger to animals! She has a seven-year-old Golden Retriever named Hulk, a one-year-old Shepherd mix named Gohan and a hamster! Teacher by day, pet sitter by night, Nadia is known to be detail oriented, straight forward and open-minded. As a teacher she also likes to be fun and creative with her activities, but also present a challenge. As a pet sitter she looks forward to seeing each and every pet and how happy and excited they get when they see her.
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Toothless (How to Train Your Dragon)
Favorite Pet Memory: When we first got Gohan, he jumped the fence into the neighbor’s backyard and started eating their tomato garden. The neighbor thought it was cute and now she gives us free tomatoes from her garden for Gohan.
Sarah: Sarah can’t wait to meet all the new furry faces as a Canine Company pet sitter! She is a true animal lover and pet parent of her own. Sarah has four dogs; a Boxer, Corgi, two English Bull Terriers and three cats! In her down time she loves riding and training horses. Sarah looks forward to meeting your pets and you can be sure that they’ll be in for a treat whenever she comes to visit.
Favorite Pet Memory: The day we came home after a family outing to find our Springer Spaniel with my Mom’s bikini top around her neck. Thirty years later, I’m still not sure how she did it!
Tessa: Caring, dependable and hard-working, Tessa is ready to give your pets the lovin’ they need! While she was born in the country of Trinidad, Tessa grew up in Chappaqua, NY. She has worked in emergency and specialty veterinary medicine for 8 years and also has a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. Having two dogs and two cats of her own, Tessa is excited to meet new animals with different personalities while their pet parents are away. To Tessa, “there’s nothing better than being able to care for and play with animals as a job.”
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Marley & Me
Favorite Pet Memory: The first dog I ever fell in love with was my childhood best friend’s Golden Retriever, Beau. Every time anyone went to their house, he always brought something in his mouth to greet the person. Usually it was a stuffed toy, but sometimes it was socks!
Stephanie: Stephanie grew up in Norwalk, CT where she first started pet sitting and dog walking for neighbors. It has always been something she has enjoyed and finds an animal’s love is therapeutic. Stephanie has one dog, a pit bull named Ruby who loves a game of catch. She’s ready to meet your pets and can’t wait to care for them as if they were her own!
Donna: Donna has always enjoyed the company of animals and has over 20 years of experience with many different breeds of dogs and cats. She has spent time fostering dogs in her home and currently has two dogs of her own. Dublin is her 5 year old Irish Terrier who is always trying to impress her with new tricks and Dempsey is her 3 year old Husky/ Malamute Mix who she rescued from a neglectful situation. Donna loves snuggling with her pets and can’t wait to meet and cuddle up with yours!
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: 101 Dalmations
Favorite Pet Memory: The first one that comes to mind is when we brought our Irish Terrier, Dublin to the vet for the first time. She ran to me and hugged my leg to say, “please don’t leave me!”.
Phil: Phil was born in Manhattan and moved to Ridgefield when he was six. He has a 13-year-old cocker spaniel who is just as much a family member as anyone else in his household. Phil has taken great care of neighbors’ dogs when they go away and is beyond excited to meet new pets and show them some love. In his free time he’s a huge movie buff and dedicated techie. Your pets will be in good hands with Phil!
Favorite Fictional Pet/Film: Beethoven