Meet Lara (Watola) Evans
 Lara is a native born Arizonan, and dog lover to her core! She loves all animals, but has always had a deep devotion for all the doggies. She went to Kiva Elementary, Saguaro High School, and graduated from A.S.U. with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. She was a personal trainer
for a couple of years, before deciding to go back to school and earn a degree in Elementary Education. She then taught 2nd grade to inner city children for the Isaac School District. In 2000 Lara was married, and became the Mother of two beautiful boys, Ben and Ryan. She enjoyed being a stay-at-home Mom to Ben, Ryan, and George (their Bernese Mountain Dog), for a few years, before going thru a divorce. Now a single Mother of two boys, Lara knew she had to go back to work. She loved teaching, but needed a few more classes to get her certificate current. So while she was figuring out what the heck she was gonna do with the rest of her life, she began to watch her friends dogs for extra money. Since she had so many friends with dogs, and couldn't be with all the doggies and her boys at the same time, she thought maybe she should get some help. So, with a lot of research, net-working, and creativity.....Doggie-Smyle was born in 2006.
"We have had the pleasure of servicing over 200 clients in the Arcadia and Biltmore area. I have met many wonderful people and their pets, and have made life-long friends in the process. We are lucky because the people who use our services, are good pet parents, which almost always means they are
good people. One of my many favorite quotes is " A man's soul can be judged by the way he treats his dog." I have found this to be true:)"
Meet Kristi Denny
Kristi has been with Doggie-Smyle for three years now, and loves every single client. Her favorites are "paw"jama parties (over-nights), because she loves to snuggle! Kristi is from Topeka, Kansas and is currently working on her Masters degree in counseling. She wants to counsel children using animal therapy. Kristi has a very happy energy about her, is very calming, and all the animals adore her! When she is not studying, or playing with all the Doggie-Smyle clients, she loves to do Yoga and spend time with her fiancé, Matthew.
Meet Ashley Norton
 Ashley has been with Doggie-Smyle for over 3 years! She was one of the Pooch Patrol's first girls and dog enthusiasts! "My mornings couldn't get any better than this", Ash says while walking one of her furry friends. Ashley's main position here at Doggie-Smyle is traveling house to house to care for
the pups on an early morning walk schedule, mainly for package holders (see our package options). Her favorite clients are those that sign up for the Pampered Pooch because then she gets to bond with your dog every day! Ash is also known to run your dog, or take them up mountain trails and to the park upon request. She spends most of her nights singing in bands around the Valley (check out her amazing music at www.ashleyEnorton.com). Ash loves to hang at home, in her down-time, with her adorable Eskipoo named Lucy Sky.
Meet Kristin Andrean
 My name is Kristin Andrean and I was born in Denver Colorado. I was raised in Chandler Arizona and I absolutely love this state. I am a person who is self-motivated, proactive and resourceful. I am also a dynamic leader who motivates and inspires through example and integrity. I grew up around all kinds of animals and feel that animals are a part of the family and make you feel wonderful with their unconditional love. My family owned horses, dogs, cats and birds, so I am experienced and familiar with the responsibilities of taking care of pets. Loving a pet can bring joy to your life and the relationship can create a unique bond that dramatically enriches our lives, our physical health and our emotional well-being. I am excited to create that warm and fuzzy bond with the new pets that I will meet.
Meet Ericka
 For more than 5 years, Ericka has volunteered her time weekly to take care of homeless animals for a local non-profit animal rescue group. She has one cat, and has also fostered other cats in her home. Ericka will be primarily focused on Paw-jama Parties and Camp-Canine. In addition, she will be available to care for, and watch kitties, for those particular cat lovers just like her!
Meet Melis
 Melis is from Dallas, Texas and is a doggie enthusiast! She has a 10 yr old Shar Pei named Moushka and wants all doggies to have the love and kisses that she gives to her everyday! While in college she fostered many litters of puppies and kittens, to keep them healthy and happy until ready for adoption. She misses each and every one of them but is thrilled they are in wonderful loving homes.
When not on pooch patrol, she is a jewelry and accessory designer and actually used to have a jewelry line for BIG dogs…for they need to be rockstars too!! But when on patrol, your pets can expect a Kiss from Melis each and everyday!
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