Patti spent most of her working career in the corporate world. Over the years she honed her people skills working as an administrative assistant, talent agent, supervisor and assistant to the CEO and VP of Sales for a human resource consulting firm. After her feline companion of 20 years passed away, she and her husband Matt adopted a Border Collie mix named Buddy. Buddy changed her life! She wanted to leave the corporate world but didn’t know which direction to go…and Buddy gave her the guidance she needed. Patti was also blessed with a stray that came into her life by “accident” – Lou. Inspired by Buddy, Lou and all of the dogs she met throughout the neighborhood, she researched the dog grooming industry. After spending a couple of years working with PetSmart and Petco, she decided it was time for the Edgewater community to have its very own pet salon where dogs and their people can socialize with fellow pet owners in the neighborhood. The result was Bark Bark Club – which has developed a reputation as “the place for cool dogs and cats to hang out.” Patti is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Elizabeth was born and raised in Chicago. She has had a life-long love of all animals starting in childhood when she would rescue neighborhood dogs, cats, birds and frogs. She worked for 15 years as a manager/buyer for a small retail store before making a switch to pursue a career that included her passion – DOGS! She volunteered with dogs at the Evanston animal shelter, rain, shine and holidays, for many years. She and her husband currently have a basset hound named Leon.  They've attended the Basset Waddle in Dwight, Illinois every year religiously. Elizabeth is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Carly is a native of Chicago who grew up in the south suburbs and has always had animals. She has been with Bark Bark Club since 2009 and in the field since she can remember! She has lived in the city for about fifteen years residing in Humboldt Park, and loves spending time with her animals. She loves her job and plans on doing anything she can to help out her furry friends as long as she’s in this world! Carly is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Heather moved to Chicago from Richmond, Virginia. Although she studied Environmental Science, her love of working with animals began at the Richmond SPCA, where she was a kennel attendant. She moved on to become a veterinary assistant for over three years. Heather strives to make a positive difference in the lives of all animals and the families that love them. She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Jackie was born and raised on the north side of Chicago. She thought she was strictly a cat person until she started walking dogs at age 21. Now, she caters to three dogs: Jeff, Sal, and D and her entire life is covered in long hair and St. Bernard head shakes! She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Abbey has lived all over the city of Chicago and her favorite hobby is biking along the lakeshore. She enjoys photographing families and is most excited when they include their pets. Currently a mom to a miniature long-haired dachshund named Moose, but will someday have a basset hound. There's something about the short, long ones she can't get enough of! She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Tylee grew up in Lawrence, Kansas with a love of art and animals. At sixteen, she started volunteering at her local humane society, sparking her passion for working with dogs. Her interest in architecture brought her to Chicago in 2020, and she has been working professionally with animals ever since. She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Lane is a native Pittsburgher who moved to Chicago in 2020. Growing up as the youngest of five, he was still surrounded by more pets than siblings. Always having a love for animals and nature, he has trained or certified in a number of things from horseback riding to scuba diving. 

Michelle grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago and has been grooming dogs for 13 years. She enjoys baking and dancing in her spare time and is happy to be grooming dogs and cats at the Bark Bark Club!

Bibiana is originally from Columbia and has been grooming dogs for about 15 years. She loves to dance and studies holistic healing. 

Saul was born in Puerto Rico and moved to Chicago about 12 years ago. He’s been living in Uptown since moving here and grooming for about 10 years. He loves dogs and loves making dogs feel better through grooming. He’s always trying to learn new things so he can be better and help others. His goal is to be one of the best groomers in Chicago!

Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, she has always loved animals. Growing up, she wanted to find a way to give back to her community and with grooming she's able to do so. Animals are her passion along with fashion and nunchaku practice. She has one rescue cat named Indie and is a mom of four children. As a nurturing mother, she also brings that energy to animals.

Mark is from Lansing, Michigan and has had dogs since he was a child. He believes dogs are the purest form of therapy and love a human can find. As an Army member, he worked with IED-trained dogs and as a teen volunteered in an animal clinic.  He is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Kelly is from Des Moines, Iowa and has been working with animals since she was fifteen. She has one dog named Rosie and a cat named Jean. She also is a seasoned pet-sitter.  She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Sara’s always been a dog person through and through! She’d rather hang out with dogs than do anything else. She grew up on the North Shore, but has lived in the city for the past six years. When not at work playing with your pups, she can be found hanging out with her friends  and family… and their dogs! She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Chris was born in Evanston and grew up in the Uptown area of Chicago for the first nine years of his life. He has always had pets including dogs, cats, and other small animals. He currently has a dog named Zoey and a cat named Bagheera. Chris is trained in pet first aid and CPR. 

Hailing from a small seaside town in the south of England, Ben's love for animals started at a young age. His bestie was Layla, a loving and gentle doberman and partner in crime. He quickly found his affinity for animals spanning widely across the worlds of fauna. From his pet scorpions and snakes as a kid to the alpacas, horses, and farm animals he cared for when studying Animal Science and Behavior. He loves them all and has a deep passion for their wellbeing and happiness. 

Chris was born and raised in the western suburbs and has lived in Chicago for over 10 years. While his background is in music and sound design, he has had a long standing love of animals. He grew up with family dogs and dreamed of one day having his own cats. That dream came true when Chris met his wife who had a cat named Miss Kitty, and together they adopted a kitten named Pepper. Chris has worked as a full time dog walker and is always pet sitting for friends and family. He's even spent time volunteering on a Wisconsin farm tending to chickens, sheep, and cows. No matter where life takes him, animals will always be a part of it!

Edward is a native of Chicago. He loves animals and is a man of few words. 

Josh has always loved animals, from the family's dog, a yellow lab named Jessie, to the birds, hamsters and fish he's cared for growing up. Moving from the northwest suburbs to uptown, Josh now loves pets vicariously through Bark Bark Club as well as looking after and boarding friend's dogs. Josh is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Astrid is a Chicago native who enjoys spending her free time with dogs and cats. When she's not spending time with your pups, she is supporting her mother at home. She's excited to learn more about dog and cat care at BBC! She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Born and raised in a household often (lovingly) referred to as a zoo by classmates and neighbors in Chicago's Englewood, Donalisa grew up surrounded by fur babies! All of her life, her family has turned strays (no matter their background) into forever family members. She's obsessed with both animals and nature, and is a bit of an animal behavior and psychology nerd. She currently parents 5 dogs, 2 cats, and 3 bunnies of her own, but can't wait to add your babies to her world as well. Donalisa is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Dorian grew up right here in Edgewater and always loved spending time with neighborhood dogs. Growing up he wasn't allowed to have any pets of his own, but has always had a lot of love for animals. When he isn't hanging out with your cats and dogs, he is a volunteer at St. Ita's Religious Education Program. He loves to drive and go out on adventures. Nature is his calling and he's looking forward to another trip to the Grand Canyon.

Tyler grew up in Rockford, IL. He and his wife decided to move to Chicago to start new jobs and school. When he heard Bark Bark Club was hiring, he was thrilled! He’s always had a passion for animals. He grew up with several different types of pets including dogs, cats, lizards, fish, and even frogs!

Sean was born and raised in Chicago. He has south side roots but currently lives in the Ravenswood neighborhood. There have always been dogs in his life in one way or another, and so he was excited to get the opportunity to be a member of the Bark Bark Club team. He currently lives without a pet of his own but is looking forward to getting to know yours!

Jake's love for dogs has been a lifelong affliction and the only cure is more dogs! He grew up with dogs his whole life and currently has a 1.5 year old hound/lab/mastiff mutt. He also has a cat with cerebellar hypoplasia, which hasn't stopped him from living his life as he is now 15 years old. Jake loves all animals and will take care of any that need his help.

Travis is an animal lover originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He grew up with a lovable chocolate Lab, Sadie, and two cats Kiki and Bubba. He adopted a lab/border collie mix, Leo, while living in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Travis loves meeting new dogs and making new furry friends!

Krystal was born in Puerto Rico but moved to Chicago with her family at the age of six. She's loved dogs and cats her whole life and is passionate about their care. She's fostered many kitties throughout her life, helping them get care and finding them happy homes. Krystal is currently the proud parent of two cats, Buddy and Ivy.

Anna moved to Chicago because of the amazing vibes the city offered. She loves dogs and has a Corgi named Kenny. Aside from working for Bark Bark Club she works theatre gigs to create art for audiences. She is excited to get to know your furry friend.

Taylor loves to hang out with pups big and small! Dogs of friends and families are always excited when she comes to visit. She likes to think she's a cool aunt of the little rascals. She looks forward to meeting and caring for the BBC pups!

Jack has been around dogs his whole life, starting with his childhood dog, Boomer. He grew up in countries all around the world with his and his family's wonderful Corgis and Jack Russells (who he still walks and sits for to this day!).  He's new to Chicago and lives in Andersonville where he likes to cat-sit for his friends. Working at Bark Bark Club has given him a chance to reconnect and spend time with the animals that he loves so much: Dogs!  And Cats!! The world's a better place when it's got some happy pets in it. When he's not out there TEARING UP the STREETS as a dog walker or a pet sitter, he's out making movies! His favorite film of ALL TIME is -- you guessed it -- Babe: Pig In The City.

Liz is an artist and animal lover. She has an 18 year old puppy named Gracie, and an 8 year old tabby cat named Ollie. She graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a BFA in Fine Arts in 2010. When she isn’t walking dogs or cat sitting she draws realistic pet portraits in colored pencil, graphite, and charcoal. You can find her work @lizmorettiart on IG, FB, & TT!  She is trained in Pet First Aid and CPR.

Hailing from the streets of Baltimore, MD, JP is fresh to the Chicago scene. Growing up they have always loved animals and have two dogs of their own but sadly had to leave them in Maryland. This tough decision has left a double dog-sized hole in their heart. Only through dog walking is JP able to feel whole again.