OUR STORY - Family Owned & Inspired

Teresa's son, Jesse, graduated Siena College in 2019 and has been putting his all into this business ever since!

Jesse is a true dog lover who gets to live his dream - bringing his own pups to work with him every day! At home (and often at daycare), he's accompanied by his two loyal companions: a Rottweiler and a Bullmastiff. 

Jesse's favorite part of the job is being able to spend his days around dogs. His calm presence and love for big breeds make him a natural with dogs of all shapes and sizes. 

Sean has been working at Dog's Retreat since December of 2021. He graduated from SUNY Albany in 2019 and found his home here with us shortly after! 

Sean's happy place? Out in the play yard on a beautiful day, surrounded by happy, tail-wagging pups. His favorite part of the job is soaking up the sunshine while making sure the dogs are having the time of their lives. 

With a laid-back vibe and a genuine love for animals, Sean brings positive energy to every shift and is always there to make the dogs feel right at home.

Teresa's niece, Lynnette, grew up in the Capital Region and still resides here with her family.  She is a graduate of SUNY Cortland. Lynnette is definitely a dog lover through and through... and enjoys her time with new furry friends at Dog's Retreat.

Gigi has been working with dogs professionally for the past two years and brings a deep love for animals to everything she does. At home, she's a proud pet parent to three adorable pups - a husky, rottweiler and maltese! 

Gigi's favorite part of working at the daycare is getting to interact with so many different types of dogs every day. She loves learning about new breeds and personalities. 

Whether she's handing out belly rubs or keeping play yards running smoothly, Gigi is always happy to be surrounded by wagging tails.

Julia has been working at Dog's Retreat for the past year and a half and has loved every minute of it. At home, she shares her life with three adorable pups - an Aussiedoodle, a Maltese and a Cockapoo - who keep her on her toes and bring lots of joy (and fluff) to her days. 

One of Julia's favorite parts of the job is greeting dogs and their owners during drop-off and pick-up. She loves seeing the excitement on the dogs' faces and building friendly connections with their humans, too. Her warm personality and love for dogs make her a favorite among both pups and pet parents alike!

Vinny is a dog expert with over 50 years experience working with dogs! A former breeder, Vinny has a deep understanding of canine behavior and a true passion for helping dogs thrive. 

What Vinny loves most about his job is discovering each dog's unique quirks and personalities. Whether it's a playful pup or a wise senior, Vinny enjoys interacting with all types of dogs, making sure they feel at home and understood. His lifetime experience makes him an invaluable part of our team, ensuring your dog receives the best care possible!

Jack has been a dedicated team member at Dog's Retreat for two and a half years now. At home, Jack shares his life with a friendly Golden Retriever, and his love for dogs shines through in his work.

What Jack enjoys most about his job is interacting with the unique personalities of every dog. He has a special fondness for the shy dogs and is always taking the time to make them feel comfortable and help build their confidence. 

Jack's friendly, patient approach makes him a favorite among our furry guests!

Tiffany has been a dog groomer at Dog's Retreat since 2007! With years of experience, her favorite part of the job is giving dogs a fresh, clean look. Tiffany enjoys the satisfaction of seeing dogs look their best after a trim. 

Tiffany takes pride making each grooming session a calm and relaxing experience, ensuring the dogs feel comfortable every step of the way. Her gentle touch and attention to detail make Tiffany the perfect dog groomer! 

Whether it's a quick bath, nail trim or a haircut, she'll have your pup looking like a star!

Teresa couldn't have opened Dog's Retreat without the support of  her husband, Joe, as well as daughters Haley and Emily along with Jesse.   Both girls help her in keeping Dog's Retreat social media active,  while Joe supervised the initial construction and ongoing renovations  and expansion of the business.