Meet
THE TEAM
Luke
Luke is 21 years old and has been around dogs and working with them for most of his life. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, which he picked up last year, exploring Colorado, and playing video games with friends after long days. He has always had a love for dogs and enjoys being around them. Since high school, Luke has worked various jobs, but the most rewarding and exciting has been working at a daycare and training center.
Waggs n’ Whiskers/Macs Pack is his first job in the daycare and the training world, beyond pet sitting for neighbors and friends. He has learned a lot about ensuring that pets are safe and comfortable and has discovered a newfound passion for being around dogs and animals. Luke is eager to continue learning more about dogs and how to make a daycare center as enjoyable as possible for them. He takes pride in maintaining excellent customer service and respect for clients and their pets and is always looking to grow and improve.
Kathy (Dog Trainer)
Kathy is a Colorado Native who has been a professional dog trainer since 2001. Kathy worked for a large well-known company for several years in the Highlands Ranch and Parker area before going out on her own. Kathy primarily did in home 1on1 training and has since come on board at Mac’s Pack to teach classes. Kathy teaching in a group setting will reach a broader number of clients and help unite dog owners for a pack like setting. Kathy’s training classes are designed to help you enjoy your dog free from obedience issues. Classes will cover topics such as communicating effectively with your dog, basic education, preventing behavioral problems and recall. No clickers, shock collars, pinch collars, or other unnecessary aids will be used. Kathy will help you “think like a dog” and educate your dog in a way they understand. Classes will run at Mac’s Pack Centennial on Saturdays from 9:30am to 11am. Each class is $35. Please let Mac know if you are interested in signing up.
Abdul
Abdul, originally from Ghana, relocated to the U.S. in April 2022 to pursue soccer with Rush Academy. After graduating High school in Florida, Abdul received a full soccer and academic scholarship at Trinidad State College. Abdul is majoring in Sports Management and plans to transfer to a Division 2 program next fall. His ambition is to become a soccer coach after college. During school breaks, Abdul works at Mac’s Pack, enjoying the company of smaller dogs while immersing himself in American way of dog love. Abdul was taken in and supported by Mac and her Husband Domenic along with Max.
Emily
Naomi
Naomi is a driven and passionate 17 year old girl who plays basketball and has a strong interest in health and athletic performance.She plans to pursue a degree in sports medicine after high school, with a long-term goal of becoming a certified personal trainer. Naomi also has a very deep love and passion for dogs. Dogs bring her great joy and a sense of peace. She enjoys every second of her job working at Mac’s Pack.
Tom
Tom was born and raised in Iowa and worked in construction for over twenty years. He has a deep love for dogs and enjoys spending his free time riding motorcycles and snowboarding. With his passion for animals, Tom is now looking to transition into a career as a dog trainer, where he hopes to combine his experience, dedication, and love for dogs into a rewarding profession.
Avonlea
Avonlea was born in Ukraine and adopted at the age of eight, when she moved to Maryland. She recently began a new chapter of her life in Colorado. Growing up, her family had a beloved golden-doodle named Daisy, who became especially meaningful to Avonlea. Over three years, she not only cared for Daisy but also helped breed and deliver an incredible 24 puppies.
Her love for animals continues to grow, and she hopes one day to rescue dogs and have a few of her own. Avonlea truly enjoys spending time around animals, learning more about them, and finding joy in their companionship.
