Meet Our Team
Gray Moore and her highly trained team are proudly leading the way towards a higher standard in the pet care industry. They continually strive to meet the rigorous standards set by leading organizations in the industry including The Dog Gurus, IBPSA, & PACCC. All staff members undergo an extensive 16-week training course on dog body language provided by The Dog Gurus. In addition, all staff are or will become trained in emergency care for dogs and cats through the Pet Tech Pet Saver 16 hour course. Additionally, leading staff maintain a PACCC certification to show their commitment to continuing education and health and safety. Learn more about PACCC and why their certification and exams are critical for the animal care industry.
Gray
President, Pet Tech Saver Instructor, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Gray Moore is President and Founder of Dog Tired Pet Services. She has lived in the Charleston SC area since 2002. Her entire life has revolved around animals. She has an extensive list of volunteer positions helping animals including President of the 4-H Club, volunteering at a zoo, caring for orphaned and injured wildlife, training thoroughbred horses, breeding and showing Jack Russell Terriers, and volunteering for animal shelters. She currently has a cattle dog mix, Tilly, a wildman cat, Sully, and a 90 gallon fish tank full of angel fish. Gray is also a licensed Pet Tech Pet Saver Instructor for Emergency Pet Care, Pet Health and Safety.
Owen
CFO
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Jesse
Operations Manager, CPACP - All Locations
Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Jesse moved from Ohio to Charleston at a young age and grew up in Mount Pleasant. She has been working with dogs and cats for over ten years in the Veterinary Medical field as an Emergency Veterinary Technician as well as a General Practice Technician. She enjoys spending time with her two dogs Charlie and Guinness and her three cats Ellie, Opal, and Hurley. When she's not working, Jesse enjoys antiquing with her wife and enjoying the outdoors.
Allison
General Manager - Summerville
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Allison started her career with animals as a veterinary receptionist and eventually learned the boarding kennel is way more fun! She has a passion for all things pets and loves coming up with new treats and activities for them. She loves supporting and volunteering with Carolina Poodle Rescue in her spare time. When not working she enjoys embroidery and oddities, as well as spending time with her own dogs, Gojira and Mogwai.
Vickie
Assistant Manager - Johns Island
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Olivia has worked for Dog Tired since 2021 and is a Back of House Lead. She started working at Dog Tired because she adores dogs and wanted a fun working experience! She loves each and every dog that she has met so far, and she is so excited to meet more! She says that this job has taught her so much and she can’t wait to learn more.Text
Olivia
Assistant Manager - James Island
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102, Pack Pro Certified
Olivia has worked for Dog Tired since 2021 and is a Back of House Lead. She started working at Dog Tired because she adores dogs and wanted a fun working experience! She loves each and every dog that she has met so far, and she is so excited to meet more! She says that this job has taught her so much and she can’t wait to learn more.Text
Michelle
Groomer - Johns Island
AKC Safe Groomer, Geriatric & Obese Grooming Handling & Care, & Ultimate Guide To Dog Grooming Continuing Ed Certifications
Michelle is originally from Austintown, OH. She moved to SC in high school. She received her Associate of Science Degree from Trident Technical School. Michelle lives in Goose Creek with her husband and four children. After working in the school district for several years, she became a stay-at-home mom for her four children. Now that the children are growing, Michelle enjoys indulging in her passion for animals as a groomer at Dog Tired. Since 2013, she has loved working with the dogs and alongside like-minded animal lovers at Dog Tired.
Tammy
Groomer - James Island & Summerville
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Debbie
Pet Sitting Manager- All Locations
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Griffin
Dog Trainer - All Locations
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Griffin has been working at Dog Tired for over a year. Since starting, he has worked as a Pet Tech, Back of House Lead, Enrichment Specialist, and is currently the Dog Trainer at John's Island. In his spare time, Griffin enjoys playing Ultimate Frisbee and games with his friends. He hopes to be an accomplished trainer in his profession and with his own dog.
Nick
Reception - James Island
Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Nick is a full-time student and part-time digital artist. He loves working at Dog Tired while supporting himself through his degree. Eventually he plans to transfer and pursue higher education. Like almost every man, he enjoys music, food, and dogs. He has a great sense of humor, and you can catch him at the front desk any time if you just need a laugh!
Karis
Reception & Pet Tech- Johns Island
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Baylee
Reception & Back Of House Lead - James Island
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Baylee joined the Dog-Tired Team in February of 2021 and works at our James Island location. Her goals include opening her own rescue center for all animals. In her free time, she enjoys drawing and painting. Working with animals all her life, Baylee grew up with all kinds of dogs, and cats along the way and she especially loved her bearded dragon. Currently, she owns a rescue Pit Bull named Pogue and plans on having more down the line!
Anna
Back of House Lead - James Island
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102
Anna is one of our Back of House Leads. She has been with Dog Tired since September 2020 and could not love it more! Anna is from New Hampshire originally, but has lived in Maine and Florida as well. She moved to Charleston in 2007 for work and to be around her family. When she’s not hanging out with our Dog Tired dogs, Anna enjoys bead-weaving and photography. She has one dog at home named Madigan. Anna loves getting to know our clients and their furbabies, so please feel free to introduce yourself!
Halle
Back of House Lead - Johns Island
Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101, Pack Pro Certified
Halle is a native of James Island, SC. She began working here right after graduating high school in 2021 and is here to learn more about the veterinary field. She loves hanging out with all the dogs and taking fun pictures for the clients to see. When she’s not working, she’s spending time with her dog, Ava, and three guinea pigs; Pedro, Clarke, and Oreo. She hopes to move to New Orleans to attend Loyola University for Veterinary Medicine in a few years.
Noel
Back of House Lead- Johns Island
Noel came here from North Carolina as a certified veterinary assistant. She chose to work at Dog Tired because of the learning opportunities that come with it. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing, writing, playing cello, and practicing the digeridoo. She also has two adorable pups named Moose and Oliver.
April
Back of House Lead - Johns Island
Originally from Charlotte, NC, April has two cats named May and June who she loves spending time with. Her hobbies include going to the beach and hanging out with friends and family when she is not spoiling your pets at Dog Tired.
Matthew
Senior Pet Tech - Johns Island
Matthew joined the team in 2020. Matthew is originally from Summit, NJ but moved to Charleston when his parents retired. Matthew enjoys reading and gaming in his free time. He feels passionate about interacting with dogs in pet care and worked at another pet care establishment for four and a half years. Matthew is committed to providing professional quality individualized pet care to all of the pets of Dog Tired. If you ever see Matthew around, please don’t hesitate to reach out to introduce yourself to him, as he loves getting to know the Dog Tired family!
Virginia
Pet Tech - Johns Island
Virginia is an army brat that was raised in Germany. She joined the air force at 19 and served for 10 years. She has one son, Billy and two grandchildren Brooklynn and Quinn, who live in Massachusetts. She is semi-retired and loves working at Dog Tired.
Kali
Pet Tech – James Island
Kali is a Navy veteran with two children at home. She has loved animals as long as she can remember and enjoys working at Dog Tired to make extra money. When she isn’t working, she loves spending time with her kids and her two dogs, Storm and Bonnie. She also rescues cats, enjoys trivia, and loves to go shopping in her spare time.
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Position- James Island & Summerville
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Pauline
Senior Pet Sitter
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Mike
Senior Pet Sitter
Have you met Mike, one of our pet sitters? Mike moved to Charleston in 1996 to attend The Citadel. After graduating, he took a job with the Mt. Pleasant Police Department. Mike and his wife welcomed triplet daughters in 2007. In his very limited spare time, Mike enjoys metal detecting, duck hunting, camping & hiking and listening to podcasts. Your pet is in great hands with Mike!
Aretha
Pet Sitter
Meet Aretha, a lady who loves her job! When Aretha isn't taking care and having fun with her senior citizen doggie; she's taking care of your precious fur babies. She has pet sat for cats, dogs, snakes, and guinea pigs thus far and can't wait to pet sit some chickens and horses! In her spare time she spends time with her mom and happily plans her wedding with her fiancé.
Allyson
Senior Pet Sitter
Allyson joined the dog tired team in 2017. You may know her from the Johns island location working as a pet tech and assistant manager. She took a hiautus from Dog Tired to pursue a career in veterinary medicine, where she has been working for the last 3 years. She couldn’t stay away from our wonderful clients and re-joined the pet sitting team. When Allyson isn’t working, she is spending time with her son and 5 dogs, reading, cooking or catching up on the latest true crime series
Candace
Senior Pet Sitter
Welcome one of our newest Dog Tired Team Member, Candace! She received her Bachelors of Science from The College of Charleston and her Masters in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina. She does it all and works part time with Dog Tired as a walker, pet sitter, and wedding nanny. She has two adopted fur babies of her own that keep her company. We love having Candace a part of the Dog Tired Team!
