Strongsville Team

Roxanne & Joe Open Date: April 2009 Owner

We came up with the idea of opening a doggy daycare about 8 years ago when we started taking our sweet energetic boxer puppy to a nearby doggy daycare. We were so happy to find a place where our pup could have fun and play all day with her friends while we were at work. I (Roxanne) am a registered veterinary technician and have worked in the veterinary field for 25 years. My husband (Joe) and I have been animal lovers our whole lives and our four legged kids are the center of our lives. We have a Jack Russell named Dillon, two Boxers named Luke & Leia, two horses and some chickens. My mother (Rita) shares our passion for animals and has an adorable Boston Terrier named “Annie” and a Dalmatian mix named “Miley”. We visited several Camp Bow Wow locations before deciding on going the franchise route. We were so impressed with the careful attention to detail and dedication to provide a safe and fun environment for dogs that we knew Camp Bow Wow was the perfect choice. This is definitely a family affair and we along with our wonderful and dedicated camp counselors have so much fun providing a safe and interactive environment for our happy pups!

Linda Start Date: August 2015 Manager

Lori Start Date: July of 2018 Assistant Manager / Front Desk

Skills and Experience

Background: Graduated from Coatesville High School in Pennsylvania

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet CPR and First Aid.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: Working with the pups and the people!

My pets: Thor - 5 year old Giant Alaskan Malamute. Zeus - 4 year old Giant Alaskan Malamute. Grace - 4 year old Golden Retriever. Hooch - 14 year old Dachshund. 3 turtles and an outdoor pond filled with goldfish.

Shawna Start Date: March 2010 Assistant Manager / Front Desk

Skills and Experience

Background: Graduated from the University of Akron with a degree in Early Childhood Education and Dance. I have been teaching dance since I was 17 and I am currently teaching at our family studio called Interpretation's Dance Academy in Broadview Heights. I am happily married and have a beautiful 2 year old daughter named Emery.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love seeing the variety of breeds coming in and all the different personalities they bring to Camp. The pups always put a smile on my face! I love the relationships we build with the customers and having them know we love their pups like our own!

My pets: Charlotte (11) - Puggle and Phoebe (11) - Puggle.

Ali Start Date: February 1, 2020 Lead Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I graduated from Holy Name High School and also volunteered at Parma Animal Shelter for a few years. This i smy first job!

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love meeting the dogs and making friends with them!

My pets: Jyn - 1 year old Doberman who loves to play catch.. Bodhi - 5 month old Rotteweiler who likes being tucked in.. Anastasia - 1 year old brown/black Tabby Cat that is the Queen of the castle. Hornet - 1 year old Tropical Fish who likes his reflection. Dragonfruit & Banana - My two guppies who are best friends!

Corie Start Date: April 21, 2019 Lead Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I am currently going to school to be a Vet Tech. That knowledge definitely helps me with the job. I also have had many different breeds of dogs in my life!

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love getting to see the personalities of the dogs. They can be so funny!

My pets: Missy - 7 year old Blue Tick Hound. Manny - 9 year old Pyranese/White Lab. Swarley - 2 year old Bengal Cat. Tiki - 8 month old Beta fish

Natalie Start Date: October 2020 Lead Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Graduated in 2017 with a Bachelors degree in Fashion Merchandising from Kent State University. I also worked for my moms pet sitting company since 2009 and have over 500 clients currently. I also worked at WNWV prior to Camp.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management. I have experience with dozens of different dog breeds & sizes as well as variety of other animals.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love seeing how happy the pups are when they come to Camp and I love giving them lots of love!

My pets: My family has 2 dogs: Gabe the Boxer & Hector the Puggle and sadly we recently lost our Izzy who was a Puggle. I have two cats at my apartment and their names are Summer & Petunia.

Ryan Start Date: August 2014 Lead Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I attend Cleveland State University as an aspiring Physical Therapist.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I most love spending time with the dogs because every one of them is a friend to me.

My pets: Cricket (1) - Yorkie-Poo and Lily (14.5) - Border Collie/Collie mix.

Abagail Start Date: July 6, 2019 Camp Counselor and Front Desk

Skills and Experience

Background: I went to Brunswick High School and I went to the Medina County Career Center for Animal Care. I also volunteer at a rescue barn for a summer.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet CPR and First Aid. Also very educated in animal health from studying at the Medina County Career Center.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love that it doesn't feel like a job and that I'm excited to go to work everyday!

My pets: Baxter - 13 year old German Shepherd/Lab mix. Cooper - 6 months old Bully/Beagle mix.

Amber Start Date: August 23, 2018 Camp Counselor and Front Desk

Skills and Experience

Background: I also work at Kohl's unloading the trucks. I am going to school for Pharmacy Tech.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet CPR & First Aid

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love being around the dogs. No matter how much drool I get on me, I still just love all the dogs - even the not so well behaved ones!

My pets: Butters - 4 year old Lab mix. Alan - 3 year old Pit Bull mix

Brenna Start Date: December 2020 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Was a student at Paul Mitchell, the School of Cleveland but took a break due to Covid. I also work at Bella Fiore Salon and Spa in North Royalton.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management. Looking to start dog training in the near future.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: Animals in general have always been my favorite! My first word was Doggie! I was so excited to find a job working with dogs! I love extra care and getting to know each dogs personality.

My pets: I have a cat named Chip who is 7 months old and 2 Guinea Pigs named Wesley & Benji. At my moms, I also have a 10 year old Puggle named Pudge.

Brianna Start Date: March 2021 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Besides working with dogs, I'm also a licensed hair stylist. I also went to Stautzenberger College for Animal Welfare Management.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Bilingual & excellent communication skills. Degree in Animal Welfare Management & volunteered at City Dogs in Cleveland. Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love being around all the dogs and learning more about them.

My pets: Pablo - 6 year old Chihuahua. Eva - 5 year old Chihuahua. Benji - 3 year old Border Terrier

Dan Start Date: January 2021 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Graduated from B erea High School and also worked at Wayfair & Sears.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love taking care of dogs and playing with the dogs!

My pets: Finley - 3 year old Keeshound

Donatella Start Date: April 2021 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I went to Berea - Midpark High School and worked at Pulp.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love seeing all the dogs throughout the day, each one with a unique personality.

My pets: Tyson - 3 year old Boxer/Lab.

Laura Start Date: January 2020 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I am currently attending Kent State University where I am majoring in Studio Art and minoring in Art History.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love seeing sweet dog faces every shift!

My pets: Chance - 10 year old Miniature Schnauzer

Liz Start Date: January of 2010 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Graduated from the Ohio Academy of Pet Styling

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management and also worked as a Pet Groomer.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love working with dogs and it has been my dream job since I was a child. I love how excited they are to visit Camp!

My pets: Elijah (7) - Pointer mix

Nicole Start Date: April 2021 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Attending Kent State University and I am a Junior.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management. I have been riding & working with horses for twelve years!

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: I love getting to know all of the dogs!

My pets: I have 4 cats named Gordo (17), Charlie (10), Trouble (10), and Holly (7)

Shannon Starting Date: August 2020 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Grew up in Euclid, OH. I have worked different types of retail and grew up with all types of animals.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management. Had assistant manager training and customer service!

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: Being able to interact with the different dogs and helping the shy dogs come out of their shell.

My pets: Sandy!! 3 year old Tree Walker Hound

Tearra Start Date: April 2021 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Graduated from Strongsville High School in 2018 and studying at Polaris.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management. I am Automotive Certified & CPR Certified.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: The loving dogs and especially cuddle time!

My pets: Nala - Coonhound, Husky. Dutchess - Saint Bernard. Ellie - Beagle.

Tina Start Date: October 2019 Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I studied at Larock Healthcare Academy for my phlebotomy certificate. I worked at The Other Side of medicine as a phlebotomist, a filer, a receptionist, and helped with some brochure making.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR. I volunteer at Cuiyahoga County Animal Shelter (CCAS) and have loved doing it for two years now. I seem to attract all types of animals and I truly love it!

What I love most about my job: Working as a Camp Counselor has made me so much happier. I have always loved dogs, and I fall in love with all of my doggies at work! My co-workers are also so nice and it's so nice that they enjoy all the dogs as well!

My pets: Buddha - 14 year old Shih-Tzu with no eyes! Mocha - 4 year old Cockapoo. Nerf - 4 year old White American Bulldog that I adopted from CCAS. Littlebit - 4 year old Pit mix also from CCAS

Ashley Start Date: March 5, 2009 Camp Scout / Social Media / Website / Events

Skills and Experience

Background: Bachelors degree in Business Administration from Kent State University where I majored in Management and received a minor in Marketing and Entrepreneurship. I have worked in the dog care industry for twelve years and previously worked for Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital.

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, play yard management

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: Seeing dogs adjust and enjoy the daycare environment and also seeing just how happy their owners are when they pick up their Campers.

My pets: Sonny Moon - 10 year old Shih-Tzu/Poodle (Shih-Poo). Izzy Boo - 9 year old Staffordshire Terrier mix. Mackenzie Lou - 11 year old American Lab.

Holly Start Date: April 2021 Front Desk / Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: I am an Air Force Veteran and a retired Graphic Designer. I am most proud of being the mom of our two teen girls!

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Certified in Pet First Aid & CPR, trained in dog behavior and play yard management.

Fun Facts

What I love most about my job: It is so much fun getting to know the personalities of the Campers here. They make me smile. I love seeing them arrive energetic and leave dog tired!

My pets: We have two Brittany Spaniels. Clementine is 6 years old and Hazel is 6 months old!

Emily Start Date: August 2020 Groomer & Camp Counselor

Skills and Experience

Background: Dog groomer and Cosmetologist

Additional Skills/Qualifications: Grooming and peoples hair and makeup

What I love most about my job: Working with dogs everyday. They lift my mood if I'm down.

My pets: Louise - 8 year old rescue Pit Bull mix. Daisy - 14 year Chocolate Lab. Trip Hazard - 4 year old Chocolate Lab. Gemma - 3 year old Yellow Lab