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Boarding Staff
Boarding Manager - Holly
Working previously in the field of domestic abuse and sexual assault for almost 20 years and loving it, Holly ultimately found herself emotionally drained. Holly decided she needed to do something that made her happy every day, so she joined our animal care team at Alpine in 2022 and was promoted to manager in 2023. She loves it and feels so lucky that this job allows her to play with doggies and kitties (and the occasional lizard or bunny) for a living. Here, Holly is pictured with her sweet Pittie, “Jenny”, and "Garph", her rescued Schnauzer. Like you, Holly thinks her dogs are perfect. She also has a kitty, but he’s a typical cat and has no interest in family photos. Holly would like Alpine’s pet parents to know that everyone here loves your pet too! Even if your pet is grumpy (because who likes shots?!), everyone at Alpine expresses compassion and love towards even the grumpiest fur baby. In early 2024, Holly obtained her Fear FreeⓇ Boarding and Daycare Certification to expand her knowledge and help make stays more comfortable for pets at their home-away-from-home. Fear Free’s Mission is “to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets by inspiring and educating the people who care for them”. Holly works hard to make sure all pets are cared for as if they were her own, while also providing a clean and safe environment. Holly hopes to meet you and your pets soon! |
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Desi
Desi recently moved to Pullman from Olympia to pursue a bachelor’s degree in human biology, with a goal of attending medical school for a career as a Physician’s Assistant. Desi has an extensive medical background – she has worked in a trauma center ER, volunteered at a fire department, and worked as an EMT at horse shows and drag races. Although she loves taking care of humans, animals are her passion and what calms and relaxes her after a long day. At home, Desi has two children and a Sheltie named “Bentley”, who is a good balance of both sassy and cuddly. In their free time, they go hiking and bike riding, and are always on the hunt for good bubble tea. Desi feels working with animals is special because, although we don’t speak the same language, we are still able to communicate and understand each other. She enjoys getting close to every animal she works with and learning their unique quirks. Desi looks forward to loving our clients’ animals as if they were her own, while they are in our care. |
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Brocke
Brocke joined the Alpine team in May 2024 as a Kennel Attendant. He has been on the Palouse since 2022, and is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology with a double minor in Cybersecurity and Statistics at the University of Idaho. With aspirations of obtaining a Ph.D. in Human Factors Psychology, he aims to build a research-focused career that integrates his academic interests with real-word applications. Residing in a cozy apartment with his partner, Brocke is a proud pet parent to three senior furballs: “Garrus”, a 9.5 year old Great Pyrenees/Boston Terrier mix; “Lexis”, a recently adopted 9 year old Chow Chow mix; and “Chica”, a 14 year old Domestic Shorthair/Torbie cat. Each of his pets bring unique quirks and needs, and Brocke delights in providing them with the specialized care they deserve.
Brocke’s background includes experience in a pet store setting and working with several professional dog behavior specialists. He experienced behavioral challenges with “Garrus” that led him to seek professional help, resulting in significant improvements in both Garrus’s long-term health and their relationship. This experience solidified Brocke’s commitment to caring for senior pets, as he recognized the extra thought and time needed to ensure their comfort and happiness. When not at work or school, Brocke can be found engaging in hobbies like playing Dungeons & Dragons, painting various 3D-printed things, or reading what he considers to be a good book (recent favorites include Terry Pratchet and Frederick Pohl).
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