Nauset Kennels

KIRSTEN
As a child, Kirsten grew up with English Cocker Spaniels, Labrador Retrievers, and English Setters. Having been raised at the kennel, it was only natural that Kirsten would take over the reins full-time in 1991. Her strong work ethic, customer service skills and an understanding of pets and their people can be credited to her parents, Joe and Dana.

NOELLE
Noelle started with us in 1993. She and Kirsten have two children, Delaney and Colby. Their other family members are Pecan, a Boston Terrier, Wicket, a French Bulldog, and Hoot, a tortoiseshell kitty.

VERONICA

Veronica joined Nauset Kennels in November of 2008 to continue her love for working with animals. She has been in the pet care industry for over seven years, including kennel work, grooming and pet-sitting.

She has two cats of her own, Tang and Chili, and adopted, Lori, our kennel dog who was looking for a home.

Veronica's sense of humor and ability to handle any task help us all stay sane and happy.

JULES

Jules joined us spring of 2009 and is a natural with animals. She adopted her dog, McLovin', from the kennel.

Jules loves to travel and even spent a semester in Australia.

Jules's care for people and pets is evident every day. And she is dog crazy!

TARA

Tara joined us during the spring of 2010. She now mans the reception for us in boarding. She is a native Cape Codder and even spent some time living on Nantucket Island. Tara lives in Eastham with her Beagle, Allie, who is an 8 year old rescue girl.

We are thrilled to have her energy and her willingness to do whatever we ask of her! She is great with the customers and their pets.

AMANDA

Amanda started here as a summer employee back in 2009.  She left for a year to finish school at U Mass Dartmouth and returned to us full time. Her spunky personality is always up lifting to her fellow employees and the dogs. Amanda lives with her Golden Retriever, Rosalita.

A true Golden girl at heart, Amanda has an affinity for puppies and oldies. She'll make sure your dog is happy and content during their stay here with us.

MARY

Animals have always been a huge part of Mary's life... from dogs, cats, ferrets and rats! She has a three year old daughter, Antonia, who is also in love with any kind of four-legged friend! In April 2011 she adopted Binya, a boxer/lab rescue that comes with her to daycare every day.

JESSIE

Jessie came back to us about a year ago. A true Cape Codder, she has lived here her whole life. Jessie has a special way with all the animals and is never afraid to get her hands (or pants, shirt, jacket, shoes) dirty. Star and Ocean are her two four legged daughters.

CANDICE

Born and raised a cape codder, she started working with us in July of 2012. Always willing to work, even on her days off! She is a wonderful addition to our little team!

DONNA

Donna Iovanni is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. She attended the Veterinary Assistant program at Becker Junior College. Ten years ago Donna met and apprenticed with Bob Clark, a trainer with an excellent reputation.

Donna has studied the work of C.W. Meisterfeld and Matthew Margolis (Uncle Matty of TV fame). She has been certified with the Animal Control Officer’s Association of Massachusetts certification program. Donna received her Professional Dog Trainer Certification through the Animal Behavior College.

Donna uses reward-based methods to shape and positively reinforce desired behavior, and to resolve problem behaviors. She is dedicated to educating and nurturing the owner/dog team to a successful and rewarding lifetime relationship.

HUGGA

Hugga joined us on Thurs. Nov. 26, 2009. He was left at the Animal Rescue League in Brewster and Dawn knew he would

be the right kitty for us! While a bit cantakerous at times, he lives up to his name and loves to wrap himself around a neck for love. Be careful, he has also been known to greet customers in their cars!!!