our staff

Meet the pack

Founder and Mom to many

Dawn Alyse

I was born with a need to save animals and help people. My training started at a very young age while growing up in the country surrounded by animals of all kinds. Growing up my best friends were my animals, they were so loyal and never judged me. I grew up with learning difficulties that made me a bit of a social outcast, my animals made me normal, they gave me hope. Over the past 52 years I have built a lifetime of training dogs and specialize in working with people to better understand their canines behavior and how to coexist. I have trained thousands of dog owners and their dogs and each one has a special spot in my heart. When I lost my dog Enzo I needed a change, so I created Enzo’s Acres. A place where we could all come together and without judgement or fear, we could create a community based on respect and loyalty to our dogs. Enzo’s is a safe place to train your dog, through love and leadership. I approach every client as I would hope a trainer/coach would approach me, with truth, honesty and loyalty. I never imagined Enzo’s would grow the way it has, and I am truly honored to call you all my family.

The Clutch Master

DJ

The Clutch Master joined our pack in early 2018 to help lead our front office team! His personal connection to our clients is uncanny. He understands that we are truly in the business of serving people and that is his life mission.

The Og of the og

Cherine

Ms Cherine has a long history in the dog care industry and joined us in Spring of 2017. She quickly earned her lifelong roll as the dog whisperer. I don’t care if she only met a dog one time 3 years ago, Cherine will remember that dog as if she saw it yesterday. She has an extraordinary way of connecting with dogs, I even think my dog sometimes wants to go home with her. Cherine makes us all feel special and the dogs too!

Manager-Captain Ian & Everyones Favorite Dog-man

Ian

Ian has been with us since 2018, working with the boarding and daycare pups. With five years of doggie daycare experience under his belt, he’s known for being unflappable and easy to get along with. As the boarding/Day camp lead, he spends his days handling scheduling for the dogs, spending his time out with the pups in yards.

lead dog trainer

Grace

Hi, I’m Grace! I’ve been part of the Enzo’s team since 2019, and my greatest joy is helping clients learn how to truly communicate with their dogs. I share my life with Cosmo, my three-year-old Australian Shepherd and constant adventure buddy. I grew up in Alaska, where my love for nature and animals first took root. Working at Enzo’s has given me the chance to turn that lifelong passion into reality. When I’m not training, you’ll find me paddle boarding, skiing, or off on an impromptu adventure in the great outdoors with Cosmo and our friends.

Lead Dog trainer

Jaimee

Hello my name is Jaimee and my Australian cattle dog. Outside of working as a dog trainer at Enzo’s I train horses and give ridding lessons. I have a variety of animals of my own which include my dog, my two horses and a cat. I love surrounding myself with good people and animals

lead Dog trainer

Lexi

Hi, my name is Alexis — but you can call me Lexi! I’m originally from Shreveport, Louisiana, and I joined the Enzo’s team in February 2022. Since then, Enzo’s has truly become my second home. I’ve always had a deep love for animals, but dogs have held a special place in my heart from the very beginning. That early connection grew into a passion for helping and training dogs, and I feel incredibly grateful to be part of this amazing pack. Outside of training, I love to sing, create art, spend time in nature, and bring laughter to the people around me. I can’t wait for the opportunity to help train your pup!

Lead Dog trainer

Shelby

What’s up! My name is Shelby and I joined the Enzo’s family in April 2022 as a trainer. I’m from the northwest, so of course I love camping and hiking. Although the camping is more in the summer, the hiking is never ending. Also, I love being creative, especially through oil painting.

Even though I’ve been around dogs my whole life, it wasn’t until I started working at Enzo’s that I discovered new passion of training dogs. My experience working with dogs is incredibly rewarding… there is nothing better than helping create a new bond between an owner and their dog.

Dog trainer

Ella

My name is Ella and I grew up in Northern California. I’ve always been around animals big and small, and I love how we can use energy to communicate with them. Outside of work you’ll find me hiking with friends, playing the ukulele and baking banana bread!

Weekend Lead and Dog Handler

Hannah

My name is Hannah. I love playing the piano and singing. My Rottweiler and Cane Corso are the center of my world! I also love traveling and spending time with my family.

Dog Handler

Amelia

People call me the “fun guy”.

Lead Boarding & Day-camp Dogs

Natalie

Hi, I’m Natalie! I started at Enzo’s in July 2022, and it’s been one of the best experiences I could’ve asked for. Since joining the pack, I’ve loved helping dogs — and their humans — learn, grow, and build stronger bonds. I’m passionate about teaching owners how to truly understand their dogs through communication, confidence, and connection. Outside of work, I’m a proud mom to an amazing daughter. We love exploring, adventuring, and finding joy in everyday moments together. Whether I’m helping a client’s pup learn better manners or teaching my daughter something new, patience, consistency, and joy are always at the heart of what I do.

Maintenance and Facility Manager

David

David is our go-to person when anything needs fixing, cleaning, organizing, or maintaining. He surprises us daily at all the things he can fix and he loves his mommy.

The Queen Of our pack

Christine

We met Christine after she adopted Dutchess and needed some help with her barking and jumping, this was in 2017. We became instant long lost friends. She has helped with our media, puppy play-n-train, greeting clients, filing, a therapist at times, and even use to do our laundry. Basically, Christine can and has done so much for us over the past years, she is a joy to see and a refreshing bit of sunshine for everyone who meets her. We love Christine for being part of our family!

meet the pack

Our team

founder

jason shaw

Gear master

George owenn