DOGS ON THE RUN
DOGS ON THE RUN
DOTR is a Certified Owned Woman Owned; Small Business with a BIG mission. DOTR has spent over two decades benchmarking pet care services and understanding the demands, wishes, and needs while building lasting relationships.
no pets go without care while they are in our care.
Embark on a journey with us! Our top-tier pet concierge services guarantee a vacation experience for your beloved furry companion that surpasses your own. Leave the worries behind and let us pamper your pet to the fullest extent. You deserve peace of mind knowing your pet is in the lap of luxury.
Indulge in the joy of watching your pet relish their vacation beyond measure. We go the extra mile to ensure your pet's happiness, because at Dogs on The Run®, your pet's joy means everything to us.
Meet the DOTR
Administrative Team
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Founder/CEO
April has over 25 years of Strategic Leadership experience. DOTR was born in 2003 as a passion project. The entrepreneurial venture was not the intention, but in April’s destiny. She combined her love for animals and people to build an epic community of compassionate individuals.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat:
“Really? I can’t pick just one. I will say that I tend to prefer the big bully breeds and anything that purrs.”
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Director of People and Culture
Erika comes to DOTR with 25 years of experience in the Corporate Rat Race of HR, Sales and Marketing. Erika started working with DOTR as a pet Care Professional “on the Fur-Field” and is now helping other Professionals develop their passion and professionalism.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat:
“I love Doodles! We have two Doodles, one Pyrennes.Standard Poodle and one Airedale/Standard Poodle. They act like humans and are just a joy to our family.”
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Director of Operations
Maddy has over 10 years of Customer Service experience and found a knack for luxury, high-end customer service during her time working in the cosmetics industry. Combined with her passion for animals and helping others, Maddy reports this is her “Dream Job”. Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: “I love all cats and dogs but I'm obligated by Yoshi (DOTR's “Chief Pet Officer”) to say Italian Greyhounds!”
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Quality Control Coordinator
Angie has successfully provided over 10+ years of Customer Service; and 5 years in Management/Leadership roles. Her expertise has been in Emergency Logistics. Angie is also a professional Opera Singer and has toured across the US & Italy. She has performed with many of the greats, including Andrea Bocelli’s personal director Steven Mercucio.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: “As far as dogs, I am a huge fan of Dachshunds. Cats: All cats! Especially Persians.”
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Reservations/Admin Specialist
Leslie has 25+ years experience in corporate administration, including marketing, fundraising, management, training, social media, and accounting.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: “Any and all rescues .”
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Reservations Specialist
Cassandra comes to DOTR with 10 years experience in Customer Service, 5 years in Business Administration and 1 year as a Corporate Trainer. Her professional goal is to always make a positive impact with everything she does.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: “ Ummmm, I like them all.”
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Reservations Specialist
Jay has over 5+ years of Customer Service experience. He takes great pride in helping people reach their professional goals; by coaching and supporting small business owners.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: “I love black cats and long haired Chihuahuas.
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Concierge Manager
Joey has 20 years of service oriented experience including managing and leading teams in multiple industries. She takes pride in creating genuine relationships with both DOTR clients and pet care professionals.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: “Poogle. My late dog was a Beagle and Poodle mix so this mixed breed is my favorite!”
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Marketing Manager
Allison has an extensive Customer Service background from coordinating home renovations to coaching people in their weight loss goals, Allison has always enjoyed helping people thrive! She is incredibly grateful to have joined Dogs On The Run, getting to work on the Concierge team and growing marketing strategies to share about the incredible pet care services and compassionate professionals at DOTR.
Favorite Breed of Dog: “I love Labrador Retrievers, their quirkiness and personalities are so much fun! I currently have my 2nd Lab/Pit mix and they have both captured my heart in special ways!
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Business Administrator
Sophia has 5 years of Customer Service and Sales experience working in the Real Estate industry. She was a Mortgage Loan Officer for most of those years with sprinkles of Administrative and Human Resources experience.
Sophia also loves fostering dogs and she tries her best to ensure all animals are taken care of. With animals as her greatest passion and having a knack for helping others she knew DOTR was the BEST place for her to work.
Favorite Breeds: "I quite honestly love all breeds but I have to be a little biased and say Golden Retriever's because of my baby Hudson (DOTR's Director of Sleeping & Lounging Activities)".
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I've spent the last ten years playing professional baseball, pitching for four different MLB teams, reaching as high as AAA. Towards the end of my playing career, I earned my degree from Northeastern University and spent time giving pitching lessons to younger athletes aspiring to reach the next level as well.
My favorite dog breeds are any kind of rescue and cavalier king Charles spaniels.
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Director of Sleeping & Lounging Activities
Huddy has had 3.5 years of experience as a Service Dog. He is dedicated to providing all kinds of service such as daily licking baths and random requests for pets. His best attribute is providing immense love to all who walk through the door. Hudson has recently been promoted from "Ultimate Good Boy" to being Yoshi's right hand man as Director of Sleeping & Lounging Activities!
Favorite Breed: "I am not biased, I LOVE all other doggos. I also love all cats but sadly they don't all love me. I would say Humans are my favorite!!"
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"CPO" Chief Pet Officer
Yoshi joined DOTR in 2021 as an Emotional Support Animal. He is dedicated to taste testing and recognized as the DOTR door greeter. Yoshi quickly begged his way to the top and has recently been promoted to DOTR's CPO.
Favorite Breed of Dog or Cat: I guess cats or small dogs that allow me to be the center of attention. Overall, I just want to be with my mom and dad.
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“Break Time Enforcer”
Biscuit became part of the Dogs On The Run Admin Team in early 2025 and wasted no time making his mark. With a deep love for socks and an even deeper love for people, Biscuit quickly took it upon himself to manage one of the most important roles in the office—reminding everyone to pause for playtime.
A true people pup, Biscuit currently prefers human company but is warming up to furry friendships. He’s recently been spotted sharing tail wags and sniffs with office pals Huddy and Yoshi, so stay tuned—his social circle is growing!
“I truly cannot imagine my dogs’ lives, or mine, without Dogs on the Run!”
— Nicole D.
“It’s hard to let go and entrust others to take care of pets, and I’m so happy to have found this network of sitters who care for pets so much.”
— Emily C.