About JenLoves Pets

During the recovery of her surgery, Brezzi found Jennifer and her family. Being an avid cat “worshipper” she never thought of having a dog, She loved them, as she loves all animals but was definitely a cat person. Until Brezzi locked eyes with her. Even though she could barely walk due to the surgery, she asked to see this big slightly chaotic chocolate Labrador puppy and as she chewed on Dwayne, her husbands ankles, her fingers, and Dishion her son’s shoes Jennifer felt a connection like never before and was deeply in love. They left that afternoon, and every time she closed her eyes she saw Brezzi’s eyes. The next day the entire family picked up Brezzi, without any knowledge of how ill she’d soon become and how much Brezzi would be a part of Jennifer’s healing journey. Read more about Jennifer Taylor

Tiana Dominguez,  moved from Georgia to beautiful California a few years ago with her husband of 4 years  and fur babies. She has 2 dogs, Roxy and Teddy. Along with two cats, Elijah and Kai. She grew up in Illinois, and in her sophomore year of High School she and her family moved down to good ol’ Georgia. She and her husband are high school sweet hearts, married in 2013 and are proud of their hairless and furry family. She’s been working on her core classes in college years now, completing them before deciding what career path she wants to take. She has a love for all animals but especially cats! Tiana’s a very caring and passionate person who can be shy at times, but is coming out of her shell.

Marissa grew up most of her life in in Southern California, and lived a few years throughout Hawaii and San Francisco, although San Diego is her favorite! She graduated with her Associate’s degree from Palomar College and also studied Herbalism for two years. She realized that she wanted to make a difference in people’s health and become a holistic healer. This is where she found her passion in helping others, both with people and furry friends. She has worked many years as a nanny and animal caregiver.

Marissa enjoys the great outdoors, doing activities like going to the beach, camping, hiking, and playing volleyball. She loves to cook and try new Vegan restaurants. Marissa is really into music and traveling the world as much as she can. She grew up with a Beagle named Mocha and currently is auntie Marissa to numerous friends’ cats.

Tay has lived up and down the West coast for their entire life. They have grown up with cats, dogs, fish, amphibians, and reptiles. Tay went to the University of Washington, the School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. Their degree is in Society, Ethics and Human Behavior with a minor in Human Rights. All throughout college people asked Tay “what do you want to do with that degree?” The answer was always “I don’t know, but I want to help people.”

This led to multiple service jobs, until one day the answer came to them in the form of a dear friend who was studying law. The friend talked about the courthouse dogs who were trained to help survivors and children testify. That was the most amazing idea Tay had come across yet. The idea of helping people by working with animals was an absolute dream!

Tay enrolled in the Northwest School of Canine Studies and was certified in Canine Studies. This meant studying the history of dogs and dog training, genetics of dogs, temperament, dog body language and more. Tay has been working with dogs ever since.

Tay specializes in puppies, aggression, separation anxiety, and reactivity, but works every case with passion and compassion. Tay has trained their own dogs to have good manners, as well as worked them through problem areas like separation anxiety, reactivity, resource guarding, car sickness and more; this makes Tay a uniquely qualified trainer in multi-pet households, and homes where big problems lie.

Tay can sympathize deeply with owners who struggle with these problems, because they have been in that situation as well! Tay has also trained their cat and sister’s cats, that’s right, you can train cats! The kitties do fun tricks like finger-targeting and “hugging.” Tay has worked with dozens of dogs across a spectrum of needs for both the animals and their human companions!

Zion was born in San Diego and lived in or around it his whole life. He is in college for graphic design at Palomar College. Other passions include taking pictures and videos, as well as the more technical side of editing them. He has two cats named Tiger and Hazel for about nine years now. Besides making cute pictures, these guys have got to be some of the best kitties. His love for cats does translate well to dogs and other animals though, especially the fluffy ones.

K.C. has loved animals from a young age, raising rats and various other critters since she was a little girl. Her very favorite animal is a tie between dogs and rats, and her best friend is her Staffordshire Terrier mix, Queso. K.C. has experience volunteering at the humane society and house rabbit society, as well as working as a private pet sitter for family friends, and working in a doggie daycare.

Leilani is proud dog mom of 6 years and is currently studying at San Diego State University as a Political Science major. Her hobbies include, singing, doing makeup, spending quality time with friends and family, and of course cuddling with her dog, Edwin. And when she say’s her hobby is singing…it’s more like she has a gift! Leilani will be part of our daycare/office staff and we’re so exicited to have her join us!

Elizabeth was born in San Diego and has lived here since. She has had three family dogs and a handful of fish and likes to identify wildlife such as birds and lizards. In her free time Elizabeth can be found drawing, hiking or surfing at the beach. She also works as a lifeguard at the YMCA. She graduated from Westview High School a semester early and will be attending Utah State in the fall. During her breaks she’s excited to come back and continue working for JenLovesPets!

Ashley is an avid pet lover from Georgia, loving life in sunny San Diego!

Ashley grew up in Georgia as an avid pet lover, being a pet mom to several dogs over their life times. She obtained a bachelor’s degree and 3D Modeling & Design. In her free time, Ashley enjoys reading, creative arts and it’s dedicated to weight lifting. She is also a US Navy Reservist and loves living in sunny San Diego!

Jade was born here in San Diego and moved away at a young age. She grew up in Humboldt County around nature and wildlife, which definitely persuaded her love for pets and all other animals. She has quite a few of her own, including a German Shepherd, a Terrier Poodle mix, 2 cats and 2 leopard geckos!

She plans on going to college eventually, but only after discovering what her biggest passions are. She knows she wants to work with animals and make some kind of positive impact environmentally, as well as she has some thoughts of going into social work. She has plenty of time to decide though, and is happy to be able to put her passion into the pets here with JLP till making that decision!

Zane was born and raised in Alabama, where he discovered his love of nature and animals by spending much of his time outdoors. He studied ecology and worked in conservation while attending Jacksonville State University.

He made an abrupt career change, however, and went on to spend 5 years in the Navy, the whole time living and breathing nuclear propulsion plants. Since then, he has been writing and producing music from his apartment studio. He lives in San Diego with his wife, Kristen, and their 3 cats (Eva, Catalina, and Jem)

Dishion is Jennifer’s son and has been a part of the business since the beginning. He graduated from Mount Carmel High School here in San Diego and has a passion for photography, basketball, cats, and music. Dishion started a production company a few years ago so he now works in the operations of JLP. He’s a producer for many artists and has music on top ten lists.

Pets love Dishion! They gravitate towards him (Mom gets jealous) because of his calm demeanor. You’ll see him during pet taxi services and he works as a back up and emergency care.

Dwayne is Jennifer’s husband and works a lot behind the scenes though he helps with pet sitting and dog walking when the schedule is full. He has a lot of experience with multiple pet households and tends to gain the trust of the more shy pups quickly. Dwayne hopes to one day retire so he can work more full time with JenLovesPets!