Meet The Team

Our 12,000 square foot daycare facility is dedicated to keeping your pet active and social throughout the day. The large working area and busy environment requires a dedicated and competent staff. Everyone at Updawg cares about each and every animal that comes through our doors.

Meet the staff that ensures your pet remains safe while having fun while boarding or in daycare with us.

  • Travis

    Role - Top Dawg

    Travis has owned the Updawg name since October 2023. Being a dog lover, he is striving to bring his vision and technical experience to improving the daycare and suite stays for customers and dogs alike.

  • Noah

    Roles - Front Desk & Pack Leader

    Noah will always have a smile on his face and tells you to “drive safe!” Noah loves working with dogs and singing to them, and treats each as if they are his own. When not working, he enjoys hiking and laketime.

  • Grace

    Role - Front Desk

    Grace rocks the front desk on weekdays, having always wanted to work with animals and to learn about their behavior. Grace loves being outside, trying to identify plants and birds, and long dog walks around town.

  • Lorissa

    Role - Housekeeper

    As our dedicated housekeeper, Lorissa ensures our facility stays spotless. She is interested in cars and racing, and her hobbies include photography and caring for her two crazy dogs.

  • Mike

    Role - Pack Leader

    As the afternoon pack leader, Mike makes it his priority to keep the dogs under his care safe and happy. Every dog is treated like his own. When not working, Mike enjoys working on cars and hanging out with his son.

  • Nora

    Role - Front Desk

    It has always been Nora’s dream to work with animals, which is why she chose to work at team Updawg. She has loved both cats and dogs since childhood, having 12 pets she cared for! Nora will take the best care of you on weekends!

  • Natalie

    Role - Dog Runner

    You will likely meet Natalie when she brings your pup out to you after a rinse-off. Her focus is keeping your wait time to a minimum. When not working, she hikes and enjoys time with her fam. And, of course, she loves dogs.

  • Tim

    Role - Pack Leader

    Tim has been working with dogs for more than 20 years; you don’t spend that much time with dogs if you don’t love them. When not working, Tim enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping.