Meet Liz!

Liz moved to Maine after spending the last 8 years in Burlington, VT. Having lived all over New England, she was called back to the ocean and is so excited to get to know and explore everything Portland has to offer! In Vermont she spent a year working at a busy Doggy Daycare, where she valued the relationships she got to build with the clients - both canine & human. She is super appreciative of being able to get to work with dogs & work with such a supportive team. When she is not out walking, she could be found running, biking, hiking, or in a hot yoga class. Liz is also looking forward to trying to learn how to surf now that she lives near the coast!

Meet Katherine!

Katherine is excited to be on the Tails & Trails team! A New England native, she grew up in New Hampshire before making her way to Maine, where she's fallen in love with the coastal trails and friendly, dog-loving spirit of the Portland area. In her previous positions, Katherine has worked in psychology research, teaching, and as a foster parent for animals with behavioral and medical needs. Katherine finds her most joyous moments come from connecting with animals, and believes in meeting each pup where they are and honoring their individual and unique personalities. In her free time, you can find Katherine exploring new trails with her own three pups, scoping out the local coffee shops, or trying out a new spicy recipe.

Meet Max!

Max is a lifelong lover of all creatures great and small. He has a background in agriculture and both large and small animal care which has given him invaluable real life experience in all of the intricacies of attentive, attuned, holistic, and joyful pet care. Max is a born and raised Mainer who loves Maine dearly - from the downtown Old Port to the rugged coast to the spectacular mountains. As a dog Dad to Tess, 11 year old yellow lab, and Poppy, 7 year old chocolate lab, he often spends his weekends taking his own two dogs out for a nature hike or swim. Max is captivated by the relationships that can develop between people and animals, and is actively pursuing his master’s degree at USM with the long term goal of becoming a therapist practicing Animal Assisted Therapy. When not walking dogs or studying for school, Max is often occupied with local theater projects, messing around with his three fish tanks, taking his horse Charlie for a walk, or cuddling his two cats (named Bugaboo Creek and Bubbie). Max is thrilled to be part of the Tails & Trails crew and is so excited to build relationships grounded in empathy, connection, and play with all the dogs he walks.

Meet Charlotte!

Charlotte is so excited to be a part of the Tails and Trails team! She is a New England native but fairly new to Maine, and has loved getting to know this beautiful area. She loves being outdoors as much as possible, and has always felt a deep connection with plants and animals. Although her background is in fine arts, she has been increasingly drawn toward work that allows her to explore that connection- this has taken the form of landscape gardening, and now dog walking! Having grown up with some very special dogs, she feels life isn’t complete without canine companionship. She doesn’t have a pup of her own (yet!), so she’s very grateful to have the opportunity to make so many new four-legged friends! When she isn’t in the gardens or out on a walk, she’s usually swimming in the ocean, trying a new baking recipe, or working on a craft project while listening to some good music!

Meet Rosie!

Rosie is so excited to be a part of the Tails & Trails team! She has always had a deep love for animals, which led her to work as a veterinary technician for four years, where she gained hands-on medical and behavioral experience with pets of all kinds. She’s also spent many years babysitting both dogs and cats, building trust with families and furry companions alike. Currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in zoology, Rosie is passionate about expanding her knowledge of animal care and behavior. Outside of work, Rosie enjoys expressing her creativity through art and diving into movies and music of all kinds.

Meet Jonathan!

Jonathan is thrilled to be part of the Tails & Trails team! A recent transplant from New York City, he brings 15 years of network television experience, and a lifelong love of dogs, to his new endeavors in Portland. Jonathan grew up with Springer Spaniels outside Boston and spent much of his time in New York fostering and rehoming over 40 dogs. That hands-on experience taught him how to read animals, build trust quickly, and keep even the most spirited pups happy and calm. He approaches every walk with care and intention, making sure each dog in his care feels safe, relaxed, and enjoys the moment. When he’s not on a leash, you’ll find Jonathan hunting down the perfect beach, hiking trail, and iced latte somewhere along the Maine coast — or chipping away at his first novel.

Meet Wendy!

A Maine native, Wendy is excited to be joining the Tails & Trails team! Throughout her 20s, she spent years traveling the world and living in nine different countries, experiences that deepened her appreciation for people, animals, and cultures from all walks of life. She also spent several years working at a dog rescue in the mountains of Guatemala, where she cared for dogs of all shapes and sizes Wendy especially loves rescue work and witnessing the transformation that can happen when a scared or shy dog slowly becomes playful, confident, and full of personality. She believes patience, consistency, and kindness can go a long way in helping dogs feel safe and understood. When she’s not out walking pups, you can find Wendy reading, swimming, cooking new vegan recipes, at dance class, or spending time outdoors enjoying Maine’s natural beauty.