Staff

Kelli Danielsen, C.P.D.T.,CAP2,CBA2

Founder

Kelli is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer(C.P.D.T.), a Certified Level 2 Clicker Trainer,(CAP2) and is Certified in both Level I and Level II from the Canine Behavior Academy at the Marin Humane Society in Novato, Ca. She has over 20 years of experience in animal care, dog training, and personnel management. Prior to founding Pride and Pedigree, she worked at Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. in the Training department, Breeding department, and as Program Manager for the Puppy Socialization and Foster Care programs.  Kelli has also Titled her dog, Ginger Peach, in AKC  Rally Obedience with the highest score in the competing class.  Pride and Pedigree is the culmination of her years of experience and a passion for dogs.

Recognizing a need for a smaller, more personalized environment, Pride and Pedigree was created!

Prior to being employed by Guide Dogs, Kelli was a veterinary technician for over 10 years and has a passion for holistic and natural health, and is the author of the ebook “How to Train your Puppy: a Video Guide”.  She stays busy training and competing with her own dogs in AKC Rally Obedience , Canine Nosework,  and Circus Tricks, as well  as riding and training her Quarter Horse Maverick and  Miniature horse, Silver. Kelli is owned by Darby, a Boston terrier, Bella, a French Bulldog and Ginger Peach, a Boston terrier.

Juliene Bartley

Administrative and Canine Training Manager

Juliene has raised dogs and horses — along with a menagerie of other animals — all of her life. She’s always harbored a deep love of animals, interest in all aspects of their care, and profound desire to find better ways to communicate with them. This drive to understand how animals think led her to pursue a career in animal behavior and training.

Aside from her lifetime of personal experience with her own animals, Juliene has over ten years of professional experience working with dogs — eight of which were earned in a Dog Daycare environment. In addition to working with dogs on an individual basis, Juliene is also well-versed in handling large groups of dogs.

Her training techniques are all based on positive reinforcement; she is certified in the first level of the Competency Assessment Program (CAP) – a program that assesses the ability of clicker trainers — has completed training in safe handling techniques and attended numerous seminars from top trainers regarding canine behavior. She is also certified by the Red Cross in Pet CPR and First Aid.

Juliene shares her life with four dogs –Cash, Taco, Zorra and Capone — and two horses – Gypsy and Kachina – With the exception of Cash, all are rescued and rehabilitated.  Juliene is pictured with her beloved Sasha, who waits for her at the Rainbow Bridge.

Jeremy Hinton

Facility and Operations Manager

Jeremy got “bitten” by the dog bug while employed at another local dog facility and we are lucky to have him join our pack!  His positive attitude and warm demeanor are a great addition to our team. Jeremy excels at leading a fun interactive play group and is a great “coach” to all the dogs under his supervision. When Jeremy isn’t enjoying enriching the day of the dogs at Pride and Pedigree, he spends his free time with his two dogs, Bonnie and Beansy.

Anika Dyer

Dog Care Specialist

Anika has several years of experience caring for dogs and cats as the owner of her own pet care business.  After a few years in the medical administrative field , she decided that adding more care for dogs in addition to her pet care business was where her passion lies.  When Anika isn’t at the beck and call of tiny dogs in the small dog room, she is cheering for the Black and Silver! Go Raiders!

Jessica Davila

Dog Care Specialist

Jessica joins our pack with 4 years of experience in the dog daycare and boarding industry under her belt.  Her comfort and confidence among the canine crew put all of the dogs at ease and we love having her aboard. When Jessica isn’t helping to care for the best dogs in the Bay Area she cares for her own best dogs!: Cashes a Pit Bull and Lina, a super cute Dachshund (pictured).

Tawny Verspill

Overnight Care Specialist

Tawny has experience as a veterinary assistant, wildlife rehabilitator, and pet sitter for her ownprosperous cat sitting business in Oakland and is in the process of completing her B.A.  She then plans to attend graduate school and study Anthrozoology.  Her interests are primarily in the interactions between humans and animals and studying how both can benefit from the bond that is formed.  Aside from her veterinary experience Tawny holds a PCT Certificate from the ABKA and is Red Cross Pet First Aid & CPR Certified.

Since school, work, and being a mom keep her pretty busy she just enjoys spoiling everyone else’s pets in the meantime.   The dog pictured is “Thelma Lou” who is living out her golden years in San Diego with Tawny’s parents.   When not working or studying Tawny enjoys exploring the bay area with her boyfriend and young son.  They currently reside in Oakland with their very spoiled guinea pig “Lilly”.

Erica Carter

Overnight Care Specialist

Erica has worked for many years in the animal care industry. She has demonstrated ongoing dedication to dog care with her rich experience in the veterinary care industry. Erica also  owns pet care business where she demonstrates reliability and  trust with private clients. (photo coming soon)

Jamie Shore

Training Class Instructor

Jaime Shore has taught group classes, trained shelter dogs, performed temperament evaluations, and created and implemented behavior modification plans at the East Bay SPCA (Oakland), San Francisco Animal Care and Control, Copper’s Dream Rescue, and Canine Companions for Independence (East Bay Miracles chapter).Jaime is currently finishing her B.S. in Biology at CSU–East Bay. She attended the Canine Behavior Academy I and II at Marin Humane Society and regularly attends workshops and seminars to stay apprised of current evidence-based research.