Myrtle Beach Team

Gerry and John Owner

Gerry had previously worked in the pharmaceutical research field for many years, having most recently worked as a consultant at Ethicon Biosurgery (a Johnson & Johnson company). For over 30 years, John worked at National Starch & Chemical Company (now called Ingredion), mostly recently in the role of Vice President of Research and Development. With a burning desire to leave New Jersey and begin our life in Myrtle Beach, John retired from his position, and Gerry left Ethicon and they began their journey with Camp Bow Wow. Having traveled extensively for work, they both understood the importance of a safe and fun place to leave their furry family members. After utilizing the services of Camp Bow Wow Bridgewater for many years, they decided to pursue their dream of working with dogs (and for themselves). It has been a wild ride, and they would not trade this experience for anything in the world! Meeting so many wonderful pups and their parents has been more enjoyable than they could have ever imagined!

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: It is a tie between seeing the dogs pull their parents through the door because they can't wait to play, and the wonderful pet parents that we have met in the Grand Strand area!

Our dogs: Daisy (Australian Cattle Dog) and Jake (Pitbull Mix).

Christa General Manager

Meet our General Manager, Christa Brown!

I am a native Charlottean here via Charleston (SC). I have been with Camp Bow Wow since 2018 & could not be more proud to be part of this organization. Before joining Camp, I worked as a restaurant manager for 10 years. I loved the industry but I love dogs more! I was elated when Gerry & John brought me aboard!

I live in Myrtle Beach with my husband Jeff, our four small senior pups Brianna, Lillian, Chief & Ruffles as well as our beloved guinea pig Belles. Our daughter attends Winthrop University where she is a junior studying Art History & Entrepreneurship.

My favorite thing about my job is definitely the opportunity to enrich the lives of campers on a daily basis, while also forming personal relationships with the paw-rents built on open, honest communication. Our mission at camp is happy, healthy, safe pups & we are so blessed to be a part of their lives!

Amanda Supervisor

When Did You Start Working At Camp Bow Wow?

September 1, 2019

What's Your Favorite Thing About Working At Camp Bow Wow?

Being trusted with the care of other people's fur babies!

Where are you from:

Hamilton Township, NJ

What are your hobbies:

Riding horses, playing video games, and painting.

Do you have any pets?

aniel (An American Foxhound), Alaska (A German Shepherd), and Rin & Stinky (Guinea Pigs)

Seirra Camp Assistant Manager

When Did You Start Working At Camp Bow Wow?

December 2018

What's Your Favorite Thing About Working At Camp Bow Wow?

I love getting to turn my passion for animals into a career. I cherish the unique relationships that I am able to build with all the pups and paw-rents.

Where Are You From?

Denver, Colorado

What Are Your Hobbies?

I love painting, cooking, traveling, and DOGS!

Do You Have Any Pets?
I have 4 very rambunctious cats, Lana, Daryl, Clayton & Aurora. I also have one extremely sweet doggy named Nahla."

Makenzie Senior Lead Camp Counselor

When Did You Start Working At Camp Bow Wow?

May 2018

What's Your Favorite Thing About Working At Camp Bow Wow?

My favorite thing about working at Camp is meeting all the amazing new people and fur babies, and knowing I have a second family with the staff!

Where Are You From?

Loris, SC

What Are Your Hobbies?

I love playing with fur babies, and taking care of people and pups alike!

Do You Have Any Pets?

I have 2 dogs: one Lab and one Boykin