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
Director of Operations
Sarah Tayse
Donor Engagement & Development Manager
Jessa Mitchell
Financial Manager
Dee Downes, Consultant
Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Taylor Petry
Office Assistants
Anna Stricklin, Office Lead
Jennifer Small
Michelle Compton
Jamie Jenkins
Volunteer and Community Relations Manager
Gina Breglia
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
Feline Behavior Questions
Canine Manager
Francesca Mamlin
francesca.mamlin@hsdcohio.org
Canine Foster Coordinator
Macy Ross
foster@hsdcohio.org
Canine Staff
Savanna Perry
Jamie Keyes
Lauren Riley
Megan Fitzpatrick
Oliana Kay-Dixon
Clinic Staff
Veterinarian
Dr. Lindie Hess
Registered Vet Technicians
Kim Elizondo
Madonna Michalek-Stewart
Shelter Maintenance Volunteer
Building Maintenance
Kenny Schmid – An amazing, dedicated volunteer

