As most of you know, we have been fortunate enough, with your help, to expand our business in these past few years since we’ve started Walk a Pup. There is something to be said about the synchronicity that has come in to play with the growth of our business. We have reached points when...

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we discuss not taking on new clients, and we go through a struggling period where we feel we have to say no to people, and then magically, out of the blue, we encounter a person that we either know already, or know of, that expresses interest in being a dog walker. One thing leads to another and before we know it, we don’t have to say no to a new client, in fact, we get to help a handful of new people and dogs, and help a friend, by providing a uniquely challenging, yet ever so rewarding job with animals.
As our pack has grown from small to many, our pack-leaders have grown as well. We would like to introduce them all to you, so you at least have a face to place with the name at the end of your note. So here’s a bit about them and how they came to be
with Walk a Pup................

Lisa Vanbuskirk
I met Dan and Yana while working together years ago. Last fall, after graduating from Endicott, Yana offered me a job with their booming business. I thought, "Sure! That could be fun." It's a year later and I'm loving everyday! (Yes, even if it's raining) Each day is an adventure, that's what makes our job so fun!!

Josh Cote
As an ex-ski racer, I instinctively understand the value of positively re-enforced discipline. Plus I'm a super affectionate dog-lover, so I've found being one of the Walk A Pup pack-leaders to be really rewarding and tons of fun. I love getting to know the personalities, strengths and quirks of each dog!! I also enjoy finding new ways to maximize my time with each pup and to get them so tired out and happy that they won't even dream of mis-behaving while their owners are at work!

Sherri Michaud
In the past, I have worked in several different fields including science and pastry, but in each case something was missing.  Animals are a very important part of my life and I am always looking for a way to give back some of the unconditional love I have been given through the years.  Walk a pup is a perfect fit for me and I am so excited to be a part of Yana and Dan's team.  Olive, my boston terrier, is very excited to meet her new friends too!

Amanda Mellow
Hi, My name is Amanda!! I have always owned dogs and was determined to turn my love for them into a career. I recently graduated with a degree in Animal Science as an Animal Care Specialist. After discovering Walk A Pup and learning about their great reputation, I knew I wanted to be a part of their team. I am excited to be doing something I am passionate about, and to be able to include my own dogs Tia and Sawyer as well!

Tina Laramie-Biggs
Hi I'm Tina and I have been an animal lover and owner all of my life. I currently have four cats at home, so I am unable to have a dog of my own. In my free time I enjoy making beaded jewelry, taking pictures, hiking and spending time in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire with my husband. Being a Walk a Pup pack leader is so rewarding and perfect for me because I have always had a yearning to work with animals. It is so fulfilling to work with all of the different dogs, they are all so special, each in his or her own way. Now I look forward to each day as a new and exciting adventure.

Cass Chiulli
As a long-time animal lover, I jumped at the chance to meet Yana and Dan, and work for them! With a background in Psychology, I have always been interested in the connection people have with animals. I grew up with the love of a Jack Russell and now get to enjoy the love of my cat. There is no better feeling than the trusting nature and unconditional love of a pet! I have always loved being in the company of any pet and now get to spend time with some of the sweetest pups around! I have learned so much from these Yana and Dan, and feel lucky to be able to interact and observe the different personalities and communication styles of each dog. There is a whole language to learn from the pups and I feel fortunate to be able to understand and communicate with them! I think the best start to any day, rain or shine, is a wet-nosed doggy kiss and a few belly rubs!