Meet Our Team

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 wildmen cats, Sully,& Eddie and a 90 gallon fish tank full of angel and glowfish. Gray is also a licensed Pet Tech Pet Saver Instructor for Emergency Pet Care, Pet Health and Safety.

Owen

CFO

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Chuck

Operations Manager - All Locations

Chuck grew up in Charleston,SC. He has 16 years experience in business management and operations. He is a father of two as well as two pups at home. When he is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports, and playing golf.

Elise

General Manager -

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Vickie

Assistant Manager - Johns Island

Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101 & 102

Vickie has lived in Charleston her whole adult life, Her and husband raise their 3 kids in the area.  Vickie has always worked in the customer service field. She really enjoys helping people and animals.  When she isn't working, she is either enjoying family time on the lake or on the back of her husband's motorcycle .

Olivia

General 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.

Maria

Groomer - James Island & Summerville

Certified Groomer

Originally from Venezuela, Maria became a certified groomer in Spain in 2022.

She fell in love with South Carolina and decided to make it her new home. Driven by her passion for animals, Maria embraces every day as a fresh adventure in grooming. 

When she’s not working her magic with pets, she enjoys cozying up with a good book or taking long, leisurely walks.

Pauline

Pet Sitting Manager- All Locations

Pauline has worked for Dog Tired since early 2023. She loves all animals and loves the different personalities of all the animals that she has had the pleasure of meeting since started working for Dog Tired. Pauline ran her very own cleaning previously, but decided she wanted to try a different career field.

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

Karis was originally born in Augusta, Georgia but soon moved to Charleston where she would grow up. She has always had an adoration towards animals, especially because she has had them in her family since she was born. Karis just recently started working with animals the past year and loves it! She loves connecting and cuddling all the pups that come her way. When she isn't at work she is usually spending time with her cat, friends, and family. 

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

Staff Trainer/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!  

Torrie

Back Of House Lead - Summerville

Knowing Dogs 101, Pack Pro Certified

I am from Moncks Corner, then moved to Walterboro. I own a small farm including pigs, turkeys, ect. I own one pitbull named Pibbull. I really love my job taking care of the dogs. I enjoy reading, watching movies, and rescuing animals. I would love to open my own kennel one day. This job has taught me so much that I thought I knew and can't wait to learn more!

Noel

Back of House Lead- Johns Island

Pet Saver Trained, Knowing Dogs 101, Pack Pro Certified

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.

Kaitlin

Pet Tech- Summerville

I began my career with animals in 2020 working as a receptionist at a boarding facility in Houston, TX. I moved around to other kennels to get more opportunities and learn more skills where I began working as a Pet Care Supervisor and a GM. Recently moved to Charleston in 2023 and continued working with animals here. In my free time I enjoy going to the beach or spending time at home with my 2 cats, Pablo and Griselda, dog named Tyson, and bearded dragon, Kilo.

Shawna

Back Of House Lead/Pet Sitter

Knowing Dogs 101 & 201 & Pack Pro

I was Originally born and raised in Charleston but moved to Florida in 2017 and lived there for 4 years. In 2020 I moved back to Charleston and started working at a dog daycare and instantly fell in love with this career. I love seeing all the dogs that come in and love forming connections with them! I don’t think there’s anything better than getting to be around dogs everyday. I spend my off time with my daughter and 4 dogs. We love being outside and doing art and crafts( even the pups join in).

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!