Our Staff

We are proud to announce that our staff consists of hard-working, knowledge-able, passionate animal lovers who are dedicated to the care for your animals and have taken the time to prove this by getting certified in Pet First Aid and CPR!

We are prepared to provide you to best care-no matter what!

Receptionists

Our Receptionists are the faces of Bear Brook. They are always ready with a kind word and a cheerful attitude in person or over the phone. They can pretty much help you with anything you may need.  Many of our receptionists are cross-trained for doggy daycare and as kennel techs. We all work together to give your pets the best!

Kennel Technicians

Our Kennel Technicians are the ones that take care of your pets during their stay at Bear Brook! They provide loving care and attention for all of the animals and make sure that your pets are comfortable during their stay. They have all been taught how to read dog body language and how to detect signs of irritation, illness, etc.  Many of our employees are animal science majors or other professions at local Universities and colleges.

Doggy Daycare Attendants

Our doggy daycare attendants are trained on dog behavior and body language and monitor our pups all day long to ensure proper play and making sure they are fulfilling their time in daycare! Their duties include watching over the pack and communicating with clients, as well as keeping the daycare yards and indoor areas sanitary and free of any messes.  

Catie(Certified Trainer)

Catie came to Bear Brook Kennel in May of 2021. She is currently an Animal Veterinary Science major at the local University of Maine. Since her first day here, Catie has been shadowing our head trainer, Giovanna. Her goal is to become a very successful trainer in Maine one day. Her experience does not stop there! Previously, she volunteered at a wildlife rehabilitation center in her home state of New York. She is not only passionate about her work with animals but always wants to learn more.

Lorraine

Lorraine is one of our full-time employees, which means she is in and about this kennel more than most! She has been with us since 2023 and trained on reception, kennel technician, cattery, and daycare. She knows the ins and outs of everything and is extremely crucial to ensuring we are running as smoothly as possible. Lorraine has gained lots of experience and knowledge from past jobs working in doggy daycare and boarding settings which helps bring confidence and strength in her work here at our kennel. She is compassionate with both the animals, clients, and her co-workers. 

Riley

Riley has been on our team since August of 2022. She works afternoons in the kennel where she provides top-notch care, feeding, cleaning, and loving all of our guests. She has a passion for all animals, however cats hold a special place in her heart. She has two of her own named Fat Patty and Boy Cat that she loves very much. Riley is a sweet and caring worker, we are very lucky to have her apart of our group. 

Kyra

Kyra joined our team in early 2024, and quickly proved herself in her hard work and compassion for animals. Kyra works full time in our cattery as she is the true cat whisperer! She knows how to tame even the feistiest ones. She is also quick to help any employee that needs it and be on her A- game every day she is here. She has grown up with cats and loves animals more than anything. In her free time she enjoys making art. Kyra is in school to be a vet tech through UMA Bangor and is excited to have a career where she can be surrounded by animals all of the time! 

Dru

Dru is one of our kennel techs and daycare attendants, and she is a positive, reliable, and confident worker! Dru is always willing to offer help, as well as be a good friend to all of her coworkers. She is friendly to all staff, customers, and especially all of our animals. She has a cat of her own named Coconut who is the sweetest kitten and dru's whole world. She has grown up around dogs of all kinds of temperaments and sizes and uses that experience to better herself as an employee. We appreciate her so much!

Faith

Faith joined us in June of 2021. Faith has always had a big heart when it come to animals, and tends to surround herself with as many dogs and cats as possible. If she is not actively working with animals, then she is doggy sitting or cuddling with her pups at home. Her experience working at a doggy daycare/kennel has furthered her love for animals and understanding of each and every one. Her broad knowledge of dog behaviors and tendencies make her very successful here! She is enrolled in Umaine at Augusta's Vet Tech program, her passion runs deep and we know she will accomplish great things. 

Steve

Steve is a long-term employee who oversees the kennels as well as takes care of many of our maintenance needs. He’s our go-to guy for everything!

Giovanna(Manager and Certified Head Trainer)

Giovanna has been with us since August of 2019. She has had a passion for dogs since she was young. Volunteering at the humane society with problematic dogs opened her eyes to the world of training. She graduated from Bangor High School in 2019 and since then has been spending her time working with dogs in a wide variety of settings such as fostering, training, and she spends her free time in Europe visiting her family. She is an accomplished trainer, receptionist, kennel tech, doggy daycare attendant, and the manager of Bear Brook Kennel. Giovanna prides herself in always being accessible for our clients of Bear Brook to receives constant updates of their animals while they're away, as well as creating a safe and welcoming workplace for her employees. Giovanna is always learning and expanding her knowledge as a trainer. She believes growing as a person never stops!

Holly

Holly has been with us since 2007 as our Day Care Director. She also has worked as a kennel tech, as a receptionist, and as a training assistant. She has taken a Dog Day Care: Beyond the Leash, seminar to help further her knowledge of dog behavior. She has worked with animals for over 12 years, can read the dogs very well, and all the dogs in Day Care love her! She has always owned dogs and loves interacting with them in the Day Care setting. Her hobbies include dancing at Native American pow wows, making native regalia, doing beadwork and other art-related crafts. 

Cameron

Cameron dedicates his time and love to your pets when they stay here at Bear Brook. He is kind, passionate, and hardworking. We are very lucky to have someone like Cameron on our team. He has extensive experience with animals, beginning in shelters and moving into a kennel environments. Cam treats every animal as if they were his own as well as always being on top of extra duties here at the kennel and always having a smile on his face. In his free time, he enjoys relaxing and exploring nature with his best friend Chumly. 

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Katherine

Katherine joined our team in the Summer of 2024, and has been a great addition to our team. She has a positive attitude and always willing to learn more about the job. Katherine enjoys spending time with and family and her young pup, Hefe. She has a deep passion for animals in need and after getting a job in the animal field, realized that this was her calling. She hopes to be a trainer someday and we know she will do amazing at it!