Our El Cajon Team
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Dhruti & Kathan Owner
We are truly honored and excited to join the Camp Bow Wow El Cajon family!
Our love for animals—especially dogs—has been a central part of our lives. Our journey as dog parents began with Pluto, our playful Beagle, and continued with Coffee, our lively Labrador, who fills our days with joy and laughter. Dhruti brings a background in the service industry, while Kathan brings experience in retail operations. Together, we are passionate about creating a safe, loving, and fun environment where every dog feels happy, comfortable, and an integral part of the Pack.
We understand the trust you place in Camp Bow Wow El Cajon, and we are committed to upholding the high standards and care that you and your pups have come to expect and love. In our free time, we enjoy traveling, exploring new places, and spending quality moments with our dogs—who truly are part of our family.
We look forward to meeting each of you and your furry companions. Please stop by, say hello, and introduce yourselves—we can’t wait to get to know you!
Warmly,
Dhruti & Kathan
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Christina Camp Director
Christina’s Camp journey started back in 2016 as a Camp Counselor, and now she proudly leads the pack as our Camp Director! With a huge heart for animals and a natural talent for connecting with people, she loves building bonds with both pups and their parents. Her favorite part of Camp? Hands down—the dogs, and the lasting relationships she’s built along the way. As a leader and teammate, Christina brings energy, compassion, and plenty of love to everything she does.
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Lelani Lead Camp CounselorMeet Leilani! Leilani joined our Pack in 2023 with a passion for all animals. She started with volunteer work at the Animal Shelter and quickly discovered her love for working with dogs. Leilani has adapted quickly as a Camp Counselor. Leilani enjoys bringing her 3 dogs - Lily, Lady, and Cali - to Camp with her, and when she's not here, she spends her time outdoors, hiking, going to the beach, and taking her girls to the park. In the future, Leilani hopes to continue working in the animal field. She has been a great addition to our team, so next time you're in Camp, be sure to give her a big high-Paw!
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Melisa Front Desk Lead / Marketing SupportMeet Melisa! She is our amazing Front Desk/Marketing Coordinator who joined the pack in early 2024! Her passion for dogs shines through daily as she creates lasting bonds with our Campers. She is currently in her second year working towards getting her associates in Business Marketing, her long term goal is to eventually achieve her masters in Business Marketing. When she's not caring for furry friends, you can find her exploring the great outdoors with her pup MJ or relaxing at home cuddled up with her pup. We're so proud to have her on our team, and we can't wait to see all that she'll accomplish!
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Espi Lead Camp CounselorMeet Espi! With a background in customer service and a growing career in animal care, Espi brings enthusiasm and dedication to her role as a camp counselor. She began working in the animal care field in 2024 and is now in her third year of college pursuing a degree in Veterinary Technology. Espi enjoys learning how dogs communicate and socialize, and she values being part of a supportive, hardworking team. Outside of work, she loves hiking, skateboarding, and relaxing with her pets — beagles Fiona and Mickey and rabbits Pedro and Lola. Her ultimate goal is to open her own doggy daycare and use her education to make a difference for animals in need.
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Vanessa Senior Camp CounselorMeet Vanessa! Vanessa joined our team this year after graduating from a Veterinary Technology program in 2024. She’s passionate about animal care and hopes to earn her Veterinary Technician license in the near future. At camp, she loves watching shy dogs come out of their shells and start playing with the other pups and counselors. When she’s not surrounded by furry friends, you can find Vanessa reading a good book, thrifting for hidden gems, or spending time with her cat, Abu.
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Katheryne Lead Camp CounselorMeet Katheryne! With a passion for pups and a heart full of love, she brings valuable experience to our Camp family. When she's not surrounded by her furry friends, you might find her on the tennis court or enjoying quality time with loved ones. At Camp Bow Wow, she thrives in a community that shares her enthusiasm for dogs and their well-being! In the future, Katheryne looks forward to working in Forensic Science.
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Macie Camp Counselor
Meet Macie! Macie brings her customer service experience from the food industry and a big passion for working with dogs to our team. She loves being around animals and building connections with both pups and fellow dog lovers. When she’s not at Camp, you might find her vibing to R&B, hiking with friends, or exploring new places. Her favorite part about Camp? You guessed it — the dogs! In the future, Macie dreams of starting her own business and earning her degree in economics.
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Aaren Camp CounselorMeet Aaren! He’s a veterinary student and camp counselor who’s all about healthy smiles — for both cats and dogs! Aaren hopes to specialize in dental care when he becomes a veterinarian. At home, he’s surrounded by his furry family: Daisy the dog and his trio of cats, Jasmine, Kuda, and Pumba. When he’s not at camp or studying, you’ll find him working out, gaming, watching movies, or hanging out with friends. His favorite part of camp life? Meeting every new pup that walks through the door!
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Emily Camp CounselorMeet Emily! From a young age, Emily has been passionate about working with animals and took the initiative to build her knowledge in the field. Now, as a camp counselor, she’s fulfilling that lifelong goal by caring for and learning from the dogs she works with each day. Emily especially enjoys seeing the unique personalities of the dogs and expanding her skills on the job. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, going to the gym, playing soccer, and spending time with her husky, Luna. Her goal is to continue developing her expertise and become a true professional in animal care.
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Annabel Camp CounselorMeet Annabel! Annabel is a camp counselor who’s currently studying Nursing at her local community college. She has a sweet pitbull/maltipoo mix named Maggie who keeps her company while she studies. When she’s not at camp, you can usually find Annabel reading, hitting the gym, or preparing for her classes. Her favorite part about working here is meeting all the new dogs that come through our doors. Annabel’s long-term goal is to become an ER nurse and continue helping others — both people and pets!
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Cameron Camp Counselor
Meet Cameron! Cameron joins the team with experience as both a hostess and a cook, and she loves working collaboratively while learning new things. She has three chiweenies—Willie, Missy, and Maze—who fill her life with plenty of cuddles. Outside of work, Cameron enjoys playing guitar, painting, and going on walks with her family. Her favorite part of working here is getting to know all the dogs, and her long-term goal is to start her own business.
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Molly Camp CounselorMeet Molly! Molly is a senior in high school and a first-time camp counselor, excited to be spending her time working with dogs. She has a natural love for animals and can’t get enough of getting to know each dog’s unique personality. At home, she’s kept busy by her doxin-terrier mix, Shredder, and three lively parakeets. When she’s not at camp, Molly enjoys crocheting cozy creations and diving into a good book. Her favorite part of working at camp is greeting all the dogs each day and watching them grow more confident and happy over time. After graduation, Molly hopes to pursue a degree in education and become a social science teacher, where she can share her curiosity and compassion with future students.