The Second Pup

Welcome to our family! 

We started our journey summer of 2011 and have not looked back.    Our family (including our daughters Hanah & Abbie) lived with the dogs for the first 2 years of operating and then the dogs took over, quite literally!                We strive to make sure your pup is happy, thriving, and living their best life while in our care. We are blessed to own a property that allows the dogs freedom of movement and is surrounded by nature.  Each year we continue our education in Dog Behaviour & Socialization. We are a passionate group & strive to do the very best for your pup starting from a very early age.

It is of utmost importance to me to have well educated, loving, & caregiving individuals (staff) long term, so the dogs in our care feel like they are coming to a safe place and are very much loved as our own. I am blessed to have such a wonderful families & community around us!

Brittny G has been with us since the beginning of 2014. Throughout her time with us she has worked in a variety of roles and also completed a Bachelor of Social Work degree. Brittny works largely on our website, computer system, and marketing materials, as well as in the daycare itself, she always goes above & beyond in all aspects of Second Pup.  Brittny travelled with us to Burbank, CA in 2018 to continue her pet education at the Pet Boarding & Daycare Expo. She also attended the workshop Training Between the Ears in Texas 2022.  Brittny has a 7 year old malamute rescue dog named Sulley and enjoys baking as well as doing our photography packages.

Brittany S joined the team in the summer of 2015 and we don't know where we would be without her! Brittany oversees the day to day operations and is found at the front desk or in the backyard ensuring everyone is having the best possible time! Guaranteed to give an extra blanket, more cuddles, anything to make the dogs happy, content, safe & feel loved. Brittany also travelled to California in 2018 to attend the Pet Boarding & Daycare Expo. Brittany has an 8 year old boxer named Athena & a 4 year old Papillon named Melody. When Brittany is not at work, she enjoys dancing/choreographing, hiking, and researching dog nutrition.

Cassidy joined our team in July 2016 after working in the pet industry for a couple years. We are so lucky to have Cassidy! You can find Cassidy at the front desk, outside with the pups, doing our leash training program, and helping along anywhere she is needed, talk about multitalented!  Cassidy travelled to Texas in 2019 to learn more about Transitional Leash Training and Large Field Socialization. Cassidy has a lab mix named Kai and a cat named Zahra . When Cassidy isn't working, she enjoys camping, hiking, and movies.

Tiffany has been with us since May of 2018. Not only does Tiffany work in our daycare, she facilitates our Day Play Plus program and does our Transitional Leash Training program. If that wasn't enough, Tiffany also holds a Reiki Masters certificate.

Tiffany travelled to Texas in 2019 to learn more about Transitional Leash Training and Large Field Socialization. In 2022 travelled to Texas for Training Between the Ears worksop. Tiffany has a 3 year old frenchton named Akela. When Tiffany isn't at work she enjoys diving deeper into fear free training and spiritual animal communication as well as making art, spending time in nature, and doing yoga. 

We had the pleasure of Kaya joining our team in February 2019 after working in the pet care industry for a few years. Kaya works in both the front end as well as with all of our dog groups. Additionally, Kaya plays a large role in our Transitional Leash Training program. Kaya has a beautiful kitty named Hunni. When Kaya is not at work she enjoys drawing, painting, and dabbles in tattooing.

Merynn started with us in July 2020 and has been such a wonderful addition! 

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Merynn has a 4 year old black lab mix named Oakley and is currently in the Legal Assistant Program through SAIT. When she is not working or studying, she enjoys the arts, reading and loves hiking in the summer.

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Darren has been with us since the very beginning 2012. He loves the dogs unconditionally and has created bonds that are undeniable. You can find Darren outside each & every morning usually with the larger group and will guarantee  a bunch of fun.  He has a boxer named Oliver who is just the sweetest! When he is not working he enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife. 

Kaitlyn joined our team in December 2020 but has been working with dogs since 2018. Kaitlyn is going to University to study Psychology and Social Work. Kaitlyn says, "Working with all of the dogs over the years has brought so much light and love into my life that I never would have expected. I’ve also met some incredible people along the way that have taught me so much and blossomed great friendships that still remain." A fun fact about Kaitlyn is that she grew up in the army cadets!

Henna joined our team in August 2020 after a move from the east coast of Canada to the west. Henna has 5+ years working with canines in daycare/training/boarding facilities. Henna really enjoys studying behaviour modification and has travelled to Hershey, Pennsylvania for their annual pet care conference to continue her education. Henna has two pets, a toy poodle named Mister and a Siberian Husky named Torlea. When Henna is not working, she enjoys hiking, camping, canoeing, and rock climbing with her fiancé and pups.

Mariah works with us part-time. 

Camryn joined our team in the spring of 2021. Camryn enjoys taking photos and does a fabulous job, she is super creative.  She is alway up for a Pawty here at The Pup and all the pups love her so much. 

Lisa has been a wonderful addition to our team. She has a pug named Percy who loves coming to daycare. 

Chelsy has been working in the pet care industry for a number of years and we are so lucky to have her on our team! 

Henna joined our team in August 2020 after a move from the east coast of Canada to the west. Henna has 5+ years working with canines in daycare/training/boarding facilities. Henna really enjoys studying behaviour modification and has travelled to Hershey, Pennsylvania for their annual pet care conference to continue her education. Henna has two pets, a toy poodle named Mister and a Siberian Husky named Torlea. When Henna is not working, she enjoys hiking, camping, canoeing, and rock climbing with her fiancé and pups.

Kloe works with us part-time while she is in univeristy studying Animal Behaviour.