Owner and Top Dog Dylan Nelson

Want to know a little more about the man behind The ’House? Here’s the lowdown on Doghouse Owner Dylan Nelson:

• Attended the College of Santa Fe to pursue theater and arts
• Passionate about animals (especially dogs)
• Worked in six pet care facilities before determining it would be up to him to open the kind of place where a dog could be a dog and where owners could feel happy about it
• A devoted husband and father of five (one human toddler, three dogs, and a Ragdoll cat named Rufus)

Dylan’s Own Dogs (in his own words)

Buckley: “He was my first ‘adult’ dog, and has been my best friend. I named him after my favorite musician, Jeff Buckley. We’ve had some great times going on hikes, climbing mountains, and swimming under waterfalls. Now he is top dog at The Doghouse.”

Tygan: “My most handsome, Tygan is an all white Siberian Husky. When I first saw him, I thought he was one of the most adorable creatures I had ever seen. He is sweet, gentle, and caring. He’s also very independent, and loves to sleep outside in the snow.”

Pablo: “Our little monkey … and our first small guy. Pablo is a tri-color Chihuahua who, when we met him, was a mess. He was scared, timid, and even a bit aggressive. But time and love healed those things and now, Pablo is one of the top dogs here at The Doghouse. Plus, Pablo and Rufus are the best of friends.”

Dylan’s Doghouse Team (in his own words)

Danielle: “Her top priority has always been to make The Doghouse a better place. She’s always smiling, and is a wonderful alpha female among our dog pack.”

Carrie: “Carrie just started with us, and already is becoming a pack favorite.”