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| Management | ||
Ted - Founder/Owner Camp Diggity Dogs, May 2007
As the founder and owner of Camp Diggity Dogs, Ted oversees all aspects of the operations, and hand picks almost all of the staff, to ensure the best possible care. He opened Camp Diggity Dogs in 2007, living in the facility, and working sunrise to sunset daily to get things going. With a degree from Johns Hopkins University, and a background in medical physiology and computer programming, Ted's love for dogs brought him to San Diego with the goal to open a camp for dogs, where dogs could enjoy a better life. He hated seeing dogs in cages while their owners were out of town, or seeing dogs stuck indoors all day while their owners worked, and saw the all-indoor doggy daycare as not the ideal life for dogs either.
Since high school, Ted has been caring for his own and other people's dogs. In addition to all the hours he has spent with the dogs at camp, he spends hours nearly every day at dog parks, observing and learning about how dogs interact, and how to get dogs to obey and respect you. He has attended professional grooming school, taken several training classes, and has done much informal dog training. He has read numerous books and countless articles on dog behavior and psychology, written papers on dog behavior, worked at veterinarian offices, with rescue groups, and is skilled at understanding dogs' body language, as well as calming and controlling dogs. He currently owns two rescue pointer mixes, Tanner and Lydia. If there's anything you need, which our other staff can't help with, feel free to email us, and Ted will respond quickly. |
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Dave, Manager - With Camp Diggity Dogs since February 2010 Dave joined Camp Diggity Dogs with 10 years under his belt managing dog daycares and boarding facilities. He has always had a huge love for animals and has owned 6 dogs during his adult life. He currently has a basenji, a cat, and a cockatiel. Dave also has cared for other's dogs on his own. His great knowledge of dogs, plus over 20 years in the service industry, along with his warm, helpful personality will make anyone feel comfortable leaving thier loved ones with us. |
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| Customer Service Staff | ||
Tina - With Camp Diggity Dogs since August, 2008 Tina has worked with dogs in various capacities for the previous 12 years. She owned a pet sitting company for 3 years, did basic dog training for 2 years, and of course has had many dogs of her own including a weimaraner, chow, German shepherd, black and yellow labs, toy poodle, and a dachshund. Tina runs the show at camp in the mornings, arriving at work every weekday around 6:45, before many of us are even awake, so you will surely meet her if you come to camp in the morning. Her dedication to providing the best customer service and care for the dogs possible is clearly evident and invaluable to Camp Diggity Dogs. As Tina says, the best way to start off a day is with wet noses and sloppy kisses! |
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Samantha - With Camp Diggity Dogs since August, 2009 A dog lover since birth, Samantha is one of the biggest dog enthusiasts you'll meet, and currently owns a mastiff/hound mix, a weimaraner/pitt mix
and a pug/pomeranian mix. When she's not at camp you'll likely find her at dog beach with her own pups, playing fetch and teaching them to surf. Her devotion to dogs and hard work to help our customers is obvious on a daily basis. If you're not being helped by Dave or Tina, it's most likely you'll get to meet Samantha, who works close to full-time.
While working, Samantha loves spreading the love to all the dogs at camp! |
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Ashley - With Camp Diggity Dogs since July, 2010
Throughout her childhood Ashley's love of animals was evident. She spent her summers on her aunt's ranch with a pack of dogs, playing and studying their personalities. During college she volunteered at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, the nations 2nd largest animal shelter, to help end animal homelessness. As an adoption counselor, she assisted prospective pet owners, screening applicants to find the perfect home for dogs. She also used her photography skills to help develop their outreach marketing, by photographing the dogs and creating Petfinder biographies, to help find homes quickly. She has taken numerous canine behavior classes and has much knowledge of animal psychology. While at the resuce center, Ashley adopted two retriever mixes "that have filled my life with more love and joy than I could ever imagine."
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Brandon - With Camp Diggity Dogs since January, 2009
Brandon has always loved dogs, both growing up and now at camp. While often taking care of our dogs, as well as the camp facilities behind the scenes, you may meet him briefly dropping off your dog in the morning. His hard work, long term devotion and reliability, and consistency has been a huge factor in our success. |
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| Weekend Customer Service Staff | ||
Yvonne - With Camp Diggity Dogs since April, 2008 Yvonne is currently our longest active employee, having worked most weekends for nearly 3 years. A huge dog lover and devoted employee, when she's not working she enjoy's spending time with her furry kids and has been a proud Shar Pei parent for over 10 years. Yvonne will likely be helping you, if you visit us on the weekends. |
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Camron - With Camp Diggity Dogs since June, 2008 Since joining Camp Diggity Dogs, Camron has been a mainstay on weekends, working nearly every weekend day for well over 2 years, as well as many holidays. A major dog lover, who grew up with dogs in his family, Camron loves coming to work and being with all of the dogs every weekend. A devoted employee, you're likely to meet him on any weekend day, as well. |
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Small Dog Monitors | ||
Julia - With Camp Diggity Dogs since July, 2009 Julia has been a long-time eager and enthusiastic employee. Prior to joining Camp Diggity Dogs, Julia was an active member of her hometown 4-H club's dog group and participated in various canine agility and obedience competitions. She is an active member of the San Diego bulldog rescue and the Orange County German shepherd rescue groups. And she owns an English bulldog that is her "best friend and love of her life." Although he does not participate in the agility competitions, he does win a blue ribbon for eating and napping. At camp, Julia's love for dogs keeps the little guys happy. |
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Elizabeth - With Camp Diggity Dogs since July, 2009 In addition to working part-time at Camp Diggity Dogs, Elizabeth currently attends the PIMA Medical Institute full time. She graduated from the Veterinary Assistant Program in April, 2010, and then enrolled in the Veterinary Technician Program. She did her Veterinary Assistant externship at Bay Park Pet Clinic. During high school Elizabath
volunteered at the San Diego Humane Society & SPCA. She has worked with dogs in various capacities at the Chula Vista Animal Care Facility. She is working towards, and looking forward to, becoming a veterinarian. Her love for the dogs is obvious, and responsible nature ensures they're all in great hands. |
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Rachel - With Camp Diggity Dogs since July, 2010 Rachel, a dog lover as long as she can remember, grew up breeding German shepherds. She loves going to dog beach and dog parks and currently owns a chihuahua named Buster with her husband. "I love the innocence dogs have, and their loyalty to their owners. I really love learning about each of their different personalities. They all are so special and deserve to be happy." |
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| Large Dog Monitors | ||
Victor J - With Camp Diggity Dogs since January, 2009 Victor grew up with several dogs in his family, always more than one at a time, and has learned much more about dogs and their behavior over his 2 years with Camp Diggity Dogs. He's with the big dogs several days a week, keeping them happy and safe. As one of our longest term and most consistent employees, he's always ready for helping out wherever he can.
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Victor C - With Camp Diggity Dogs since August, 2009 Victor's love of dogs goes back to his childhood, when his immediate and extended family had several dogs. He has fond recollections from middle school playing with his German shepherd, King, and his terrier, Nicole. Currently, his family has a min-Pin/terrier mix and a female chihuahua/dachshund, whom he enjoys taking for walks, to parks, the beach, etc. At camp, Victor now helps watch over the dogs in the evening, after we've closed our doors for the day, making sure they stay safe. |
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Jonathan - With Camp Diggity Dogs since April, 2009 Jonathan, who grew up with dogs as far back as he can remember, currently has 4 dogs waiting for him at home. He loves coming and being with the dogs so much, that he is now pursuing his goals to become a veterinary technician. At camp, his calming influence over dogs ensures they are happy and safe. |
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Andrew - With Camp Diggity Dogs since May, 2010 Andrew, an aspiring teacher, has always been an animal lover, growing up with dogs and working at daycare and boarding facilities. During school he worked as a dog walker for 6 years during school. He now helps keeps the dogs happy and safe, as well as helping out with bathing, feeding, check-outs, maintaining the facility, etc. |
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Wade - With Camp Diggity Dogs since July, 2010 Wade's passion for dogs started when he was four years old, on a farm in Nebraska, growing up with dogs. He has owned 4 Labrador retrievers, 2 English pointers, and a German shorthaired pointer. His childhood chores included training dogs for general obedience, hunting, and retrieving. Wade is currently working on his dog trainer certification. |
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Jhon - With Camp Diggity Dogs since July, 2010 Jhon grew up with a wide range of dogs from mini dachshund named Gretchen, to Buddy a Jack Russell, and a miniture pinscher. He now helps watch over the big dogs at camp. As Jhon says, "They're always there for you and never judge you when you're upset. They truly are man's best friends." |
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