Helping People Help Pets!
Innovation is in our blood. By following first-of-their-kind programs, we save lives that otherwise would be lost.
- 11,100+ lives saved since 2019
- 1,918 adoptions in 2025
- 2,325 animal intake in 2025
Office Staff
Chief Executive Officer
Amanda Wampler
Director of Operations
Sarah Tayse
Donor Engagement & Development Manager
Jessa Mitchell
Marketing & Communications Manager
Taylor Petry
Volunteer and Community Relations Manager
Gina Breglia
Financial Manager
Dee Downes, Consultant
Office & Adoptions Manager
Anna Stricklin
Adoptions & Community Programs Coordinator
Jamie Keyes
Hours:
Monday 11:00 – 5:00
Tuesday 11:00 – 5:00
Wednesday 11:00 – 5:00
Thursday 11:00 – 6:00
Friday 11:00 – 5:00
Saturday 11:00 – 5:00
Sunday Closed
Animal Caregiver Staff
Feline Manager
Hannah Esker
hannah.esker@hsdcohio.org
Feline Foster Coordinator
Emily Jimison
emily.jimison@hsdcohio.org
Feline Staff
Darlene Burks
Samantha Carpenter
Alisa Stricklin
Cora Neeper
Canine Staff
Jim Wolfenden
Megan Fitzpatrick
William Mason
Clinic Staff
Lead Veterinarian
Dr. Lindie Hess, DVM
Registered Vet Technicians
Kim Elizondo
Madonna Michalek-Stewart
Vet Assistants
Nikki Bennett
Jennifer Small
Madison Rusko
Corinne Hause
Shelter Maintenance
Kenny Schmid – An amazing, dedicated volunteer










