MEET THE STAFF

MEET OUR TEAM

Our Team at Interlude the Pet Resort & Spa specializes in working with individuals who share a passion for pet care. All our employees are full time animal handlers and are required to pass a Level One Pet Care Technician exam prior to their employment with us. All of our employees love to learn as they attend seminars and enroll in continued education through our resort. 

LESLIE

Leslie grew up in Columbia, MD and has always had a passion for all living creatures, including exotic ones. Before buying Interlude, Leslie worked at one kennel for nearly ten years and spent four years working in the medical field with small animals. During that time, she attended the Veterinary Continuing Education Expo in 1997 and has been certified by the American Dental Association for Veterinary Technicians in dental procedures. When she left the veterinary field to become a kennel operator, she was the head surgery technician, pre- and post-operative nurse, and assistant hospital manager. Leslie enjoys wildlife & animal photography, many genres of music (especially Van Morrison), reading a good book & a lot of short visits to NYC.

Leslie grew up in Columbia, MD and has always had a passion for all living creatures, including exotic ones. Before buying Interlude, Leslie worked at one kennel for nearly ten years and spent four years working in the medical field with small animals. During that time, she attended the Veterinary Continuing Education Expo in 1997 and has been certified by the American Dental Association for Veterinary Technicians in dental procedures. When she left the veterinary field to become a kennel operator, she was the head surgery technician, pre- and post-operative nurse, and assistant hospital manager. Leslie enjoys wildlife & animal photography, many genres of music (especially Van Morrison), reading a good book & a lot of short visits to NYC.

SHANNON

Leslie grew up in Columbia, MD and has always had a passion for all living creatures, including exotic ones. Before buying Interlude, Leslie worked at one kennel for nearly ten years and spent four years working in the medical field with small animals. During that time, she attended the Veterinary Continuing Education Expo in 1997 and has been certified by the American Dental Association for Veterinary Technicians in dental procedures. When she left the veterinary field to become a kennel operator, she was the head surgery technician, pre- and post-operative nurse, and assistant hospital manager. Leslie enjoys wildlife & animal photography, many genres of music (especially Van Morrison), reading a good book & a lot of short visits to NYC.

Shannon has worked full time as a kennel technician at Interlude since July of 2019. She has always loved animals and grew up with many different family pets. Currently, Shannon owns a blue nosed Pitt, named Jax, a chihuahua named Bear, a Beagle Corgi mix named Dutchess, a hamster , and a beta fish.  Her favorite part of working at Interlude is doing group playtimes. At home, Shannon enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, Jayme and Tyler. She is first aid and CPR certified.

KATIE

Leslie grew up in Columbia, MD and has always had a passion for all living creatures, including exotic ones. Before buying Interlude, Leslie worked at one kennel for nearly ten years and spent four years working in the medical field with small animals. During that time, she attended the Veterinary Continuing Education Expo in 1997 and has been certified by the American Dental Association for Veterinary Technicians in dental procedures. When she left the veterinary field to become a kennel operator, she was the head surgery technician, pre- and post-operative nurse, and assistant hospital manager. Leslie enjoys wildlife & animal photography, many genres of music (especially Van Morrison), reading a good book & a lot of short visits to NYC.

Katie is our receptionist and supervisor. She grew up with different breeds including Chow Chows, Labs, and Boxers. Now she has a Pitt Bull named Sasha who was an Interlude rescue. Sasha spent a few years here before finding her forever home with Katie. Katie has worked at Interlude for almost 4 years and does everything she can to make every pet feel like they are in their home away from home. In 2019, Katie attended the national boarding expo where she took seminars in facility sanitation, canine behavior, and making dogs comfortable throughout all stages of life. Also, she is pet CPR and first aid certified. Katie’s favorite part about working at Interlude is being able to make connections with all of the boarders. 

JOLIE

Jolie has been with Interlude since March of 2020 as a kennel technician. She is CPR and first aid certified. Her favorite part about working here is forming bonds with all of the dogs and making sure they’re happy. She has had dogs her entire life, including a golden retriever, a flat coated retriever, a Norwegian Elkhound, Labrador Retrievers, and chihuahuas. She has also recued ferrets, rabbits, cats, fish, and even a squirrel! In her free time, Jolie enjoys gardening, music, playing guitar, and crocheting. Also, she has put in numerous hours volunteering for Our Lady Star of the Sea.

Jolie has been with Interlude since March of 2020 as a kennel technician. She is CPR and first aid certified. Her favorite part about working here is forming bonds with all of the dogs and making sure they’re happy. She has had dogs her entire life, including a golden retriever, a flat coated retriever, a Norwegian Elkhound, Labrador Retrievers, and chihuahuas. She has also recued ferrets, rabbits, cats, fish, and even a squirrel! In her free time, Jolie enjoys gardening, music, playing guitar, and crocheting. Also, she has put in numerous hours volunteering for Our Lady Star of the Sea.

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