Meet Our Team
Bark Avenue Pet Resort
Leadership
Brandy
Resort Manager
Brandy's Bio
I have always had a love for animals, and I’ve always known that I wanted to work with them!
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have 3 dogs and a cat of my own at home.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I also know how to groom dogs!
Lesly
Assistant Resort Manager
Lesly's Bio
Growing up, I’ve always had a soft spot for all animals; by the age of 11, I knew I wanted to make it my career. I wanted to work with animals because I enjoy caring for them, the bond you build with them is unique, and it’s a career where you always learn something new.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
Currently, I have a chihuahua mix male and a domestic short-haired female. If I could own any animal in the world, if they existed, it would be a dragon.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
Although I always wear black, my favorite color is actually purple.
Kennedy
Lead Pet Care Specialist
Kennedy's Bio
My oldest aunt is a veterinarian in California, so I grew up around animals my whole life. After I finished college I wanted to have a break and get back to working with animals.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have 6 pets. A chihuahua mix named Bella, a pit mix named Flower, a tortoiseshell cat named Vega, a duck named Draco and two yellow-bellied slider turtles named Sam and Dean.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I showed Pigs for 11 years and dogs for 12.
Amber
Lead Pet Care Specialist
Amber's Bio
Ben Dillon
Ben's Bio
Ellie Urquidez
Ellie's Bio
Groomers
Amanda
Grooming Salon Manager
Amanda's Bio
Dani
Pet Groomer
Dani's Bio
I’ve been around animals my entire life, I have always had a special bond with dogs, and when I saw an opportunity to work with them, I took it. It’s now become a lifestyle!
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have a dog Kit, he’s a Shepard/lab/border collie and the love of my life. And a cat named Kaboodle, she is the sweetest little cuddle bug! If I had the option to have any pet it would be a French bulldog!
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
Most people don’t know that I grew up playing basketball, from about 3rd grade until my sophomore year, and was also a shot put and disc thrower in high-school!
Nikki
Pet Groomer
Nikki's Bio
I wanted to work with animals to help improve their lives in any way that I could.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have two dogs Luna and Aslan, and a bearded dragon named Lizzie.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
An interesting fact people don’t know is I played the saxophone.
Autumn
Pet Bather
Autumn's Bio
I always have loved animals as a kid, and always wanted to work with animals.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I especially love cats I have 9 of them!
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I love to draw!
Dog Trainers
Michelle
Michelle's Bio
I loved dogs since as long as I can remember. When I did get a dog,
and started training, I fell in love with obedience training and how I could teach my dog to perform behaviors and have fun in the process. So since I loved the school I was at, I was lucky enough that the owner saw the passion I had and asked me to be an assistant. Over 18 years later, I am still teaching others to have a good canine citizen, but in a way better climate.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I am a Terrier lover. I have a Wheaten Terrier and a Kerry Blue Terrier.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
My first time in an airplane at the age of 18, I didn’t land, I jumped out.
Jordon
Pet Training Assistant
Jordan's Bio
I have always had a love for animals since I was little
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
a sugar baby! I have a pit bull and a labrador at home.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I survived being hit by a tornado
Client Service Representatives
Kammi
Client Service Representative
Kammi's Bio
I grew up around animals and have always loved them. Working with them had always been something I wanted to do.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have a German Shepherd.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I play the cello and piano.
Haley B.
Client Service Representative
Haley B's Bio
I’ve always wanted my own “zoo,” and I love helping animals in any way that I can.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have a standard Poodle named Belle, and I would love to have chickens and horses if I could.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
The only type of pet I would not want is a spider or scorpion.
Rachel
Client Service Representative
Rachel's Bio
What made you want to work with animals?
I have always loved all animals since I was a toddler.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have 7 rescue cats named Miranda, Nitro, Calli, Octavia, Emerson Wellington Boots, Phoenix, and Fifi. If I could own a sloth, I totally would.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
A random fact about me, I worked at Odysea Aquarium for 4 yrs when I moved out to Arizona from Chicago.
Pet Care Specialists
Haley H.
Pet Care Specialist
Haley H's Bio
I’ve loved animals since I was little!
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have two sugar gliders, a bunny, two cats, and a dog.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I like true crime shows.
Dominique
Pet Care Specialist
Dominique's Bio
When I was growing up, my dad was always rescuing dogs and cats, and they have always had a special place in my heart ever since!
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have five fur babies, three black cats, and two dogs. I would have ten more cats if I had the space!
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
One random fact about me that most people don’t know is that I love podcasts. I always have at least one headphone in my ear listening to one!
Amanda
Pet Care Specialist
Amanda's Bio
Well, after 10 plus years of retail and customer service, I finally realized I’d rather be helping and working closely with animals of all kinds. Whether it was helping shelter animals, find homes, or just making sure your pet enjoys their stay at the resort. It’s exactly where I wanted to be.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I currently have 3 cats and one 80 pound pittie lapdog my husband and I rescued. I plan to one day own enough land to house rescued farm animals, exotics, or just any wildlife in need of sanctuary.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
I have a huge interest in Marine Biology and all things ocean-related. Still, I am absolutely terrified of sharks and everything deep sea-related, so I doubt I’ll ever get to that department of research in my career field!
Elisabeth
Pet Care Specialist
Elisabeth's Bio
I’ve always had a passion to help animals and work with them to be that voice they don’t have.
What kind of pets do you have, or wish you could have?
I have dogs, cats, a bird, snakes, iguanas, a bearded dragon, a bunny, and fish.
What’s one random fact about you most people don’t know?
One of my cats has brain damage, and her name is wasabi.
Nicole
Pet Care Specialist
Nicole's Bio
When growing up my family would always foster dogs, And I’ve always wanted to help any way I can to care for animals. The bond you can build with them is so unique, I love that because you can’t do that with anything else.
What kind of pets do you have or wish you had:
I currently don’t have any pets. I wish I could own a German Shepherd or an English bulldog.
What’s one random fact about you that people don’t know:
I love to sing.
Katrina
Pet Care Specialist
Katrina's Bio
Sharaya
Pet Care Specialist
Sharaya's Bio
Bio coming soon!
Get In Touch
Contact Us
Call: 480-210-5610 ext. 2
Text: 480-418-6708
Fax: 480-854-6963
Email: resort@barkavepet.com
Location
3109 E. McKellips Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85213
Hours
Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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