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.
McKinley
McKinley was born and raised in Colorado and has become a dedicated animal care professional with years of hands-on experience working in daycare, boarding, grooming, and shelter environments. From supervising high-energy dog playgroups to caring for free-roaming shelter cats, she brings patience, confidence, and compassion to every animal she works with.
McKinley has experience handling pets of all sizes and temperaments—including anxious, reactive, and special-needs animals—always prioritizing safety and low-stress care. Her background in client communication and team leadership strengthens her ability to support both pets and their owners.
In addition to her professional experience, McKinley is a devoted pet owner. She currently cares for 10 cats, 4 dogs, 1 foster dog, and 3 lizards, giving her extensive firsthand experience managing a multi-pet household with diverse needs.
Above all, her genuine love for animals shows in her commitment to creating safe, positive experiences for every dog and cat in her care.
Sophia
Sophia Barber recently moved to the area from Maine and is excited to be part of the team. She has always had animals growing up, which helped shape her deep love and appreciation for them from an early age. She is currently in school pursuing her path to becoming a veterinarian, and her passion for animal care continues to guide her academic and professional journey. Her long-term goal is to one day own and operate her own veterinary practice, where she can provide compassionate, high-quality care to animals while building strong relationships with their owners.
Working with and caring for animals is truly Sophia’s passion, and she enjoys learning more about animal health and well-being every day. Outside of work, she loves seeking out new adventures whenever she has the time, spending time with animals of all kinds as she continues working toward her dream of becoming a veterinarian.
Diaz
Diaz is a dedicated systems engineering professional and PhD student based in Colorado, specializing in power systems for electrical transmission infrastructure.
He relocated to Colorado to earn his Master’s in Systems Engineering, graduating in 2023. Currently pursuing his PhD, Diaz conducts research focused on preventing wildfires ignited by transmission lines—developing preventive models, risk assessments, and systems-level solutions to enhance grid safety in wildfire-vulnerable areas like the Colorado Front Range.
Central to Diaz’s life and mindset is a strong commitment to care, prevention, and safety. He spends his weekends working at Mack’s pack applying the same proactive, detail-oriented approach he uses in engineering to ensure their well-being, security, and happiness.
In his free time, Diaz enjoys playing guitar, soccer, hiking, and salsa dancing, balancing research with an active, community-oriented lifestyle.
Bill
Bill is a proud Vietnam Veteran who brings a lifetime of dedication, discipline, and hard work to everything he does. After serving his country honorably, Bill built an impressive 50-year career in ironworking, earning the respect of colleagues and the community through his craftsmanship and strong work ethic.
Now retired from the trade, Bill enjoys spending his mornings at Mac’s Pack, where his steady presence and kind nature make him a valued part of the team. He brings reliability, patience, and a calm demeanor that both dogs and people appreciate.
Bill lives in Morrison with his wife and their beloved dog. When he’s not at Mac’s Pack, he enjoys the quiet Colorado mornings and the simple pleasures of retired life.
