Turf install starts the week of Oct 5. We’re staying open, but book October daycare early. What we’re doing and why

Familiar faces, every visit

The humans your dog will know.

Here’s who’s actually on the other end of the leash.

Handler holding a dog in the outdoor play yard at Leader of the Pack
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Mary Thomson, Co-Founder at Leader of the Pack

Mary Thomson

Co-Founder · 10 YEARS

Started Leader of the Pack with Ray in 2016 because we needed somewhere better to take our own dogs.

Carson, Manager at Leader of the Pack

Carson

Manager · 10 YEARS

Has been here since day one. Worked his way up to Manager through the kind of care for this place and the dogs that you can't teach.

Adam, Assistant Manager at Leader of the Pack

Adam

Assistant Manager · 5 YEARS

Usually here when the day ends. Quiet, careful, and always looking out for the dogs.

Emma, Groomer at Leader of the Pack

Emma

Groomer · 7 YEARS

Leader of the Pack's original groomer. Started as a dog handler here and trained into grooming. Years of experience with the regulars, and the dogs know her.

Dale, Pack Handler at Leader of the Pack

Dale

Pack Handler · 5 YEARS

Full bio coming soon.

Mariana, Pack Handler at Leader of the Pack

Mariana

Pack Handler · 4 YEARS

Full bio coming soon.

Lee, Pack Handler at Leader of the Pack

Lee

Pack Handler · 3 YEARS

Full bio coming soon.

Elizabeth

Pack Handler · 2 YEARS

Full bio coming soon.

Cali, Groomer at Leader of the Pack

Cali

Groomer · 1 YEAR

Grooming since 2023, with a background in dog daycare. Especially patient with timid or anxious dogs who need extra time to feel safe.

Samantha, Pack Handler at Leader of the Pack

Samantha

Pack Handler · 1 YEAR

Full bio coming soon.

Emily

Pack Handler · 1 YEAR

Full bio coming soon.

Ella, Groomer at Leader of the Pack

Ella

Groomer · New

Grew up in Sun Prairie and brings 14 years of grooming experience to Leader of the Pack. Has managed a grooming salon and run her own shop. Focused on calm, one-on-one grooming.

Come meet everyone in person. Tours are by appointment, and we ask that you leave your dog at home.