Meet The Staff

Our Team

Deborah Vitale

Owner, ABC Certified Dog Trainer, Behavioral Specialist

Hello, my name is Deborah Vitale. I started in the pet care industry in 1995 with my In-Home pet care service, A Pet's Pal. In 2003, I graduated from the Animal Behavior College and I am now a Mentor Trainer for them. I have spent the last 25+ years studying and working with trainers from across the country and I specialize in Behavior Training and working with pet dog owners to create the best relationship with their dog. I also started a non-profit organization, Angel Supporting Animals, to support animal rescues, as well as rehabilitate and re-home dogs. Seeing a need in the industry, I opened Beaches in 2014. I pride myself on setting the standard in the pet care industry in everything I do. Providing excellent service and sharing my knowledge with my clients and staff has been my passion for over 25 years. I own 3 dogs of my own: Hachi, a 4-year-old German Shepard; Cody, a 12-year-old Golden Retriever; and Molly, a 9-year-old Staffordshire Terrier. I also have a Cockatoo named Skipper.

Molly

Resort Evaluator Dog

Hi, My name is Molly! Deborah adopted me in February of 2016 when I was about 9 months old. She soon learned I was a natural at understanding and working with the new dogs that came into the facility. So, I was given the job of Evaluator for all of our new clients. I am great at understanding other dogs and their personalities. I also am a great puppy mom for all of the youngsters that come into the facility. I love coming to work with my mom and getting to meet all the new dogs!

Kim

Groomer

Hello my name is Kim, I am the Groomer and also Deborah’s sister. After many years working as a Dental Lab Tech, I decided to take my love for animals and my artistic talents to start a career in grooming. It just so happened at the same time I decided to make this change, my sister had decided to make a change of her own and open Beaches. Of course, she needed a Groomer, and the rest is history. I graduated from The Animal Behavior College and have been working at Beaches, as well as grooming for a veterinarian for the past 10 years. I am also the Vice President and Treasury for Angels Supporting Animals. I have a Golden Doodle named Piper, an Airdoodle named Morgan, and 3 birds.

Front of House Staff

Canine Concierge & Lifeguard

Dawn

Canine Concierge & Senior Lifeguard

Hello, my name is Dawn. I Graduated from Macomb Community College with a Small Business Degree. I have worked in management at Kmart and CVS. I have been here at Beaches since July of 2019 and I'm I love working here at Beaches because I love all animals and really enjoy customer service. My pack at home includes my Great Danes, Hershey and Gamble, and Trooper; Boxer/American Bulldog mix, Prince; 2 chinchillas, Jet and Ivory; a bearded dragon, Sam.

Pam

Canine Concierge & Lifeguard

Scott

Canine Concierge & Senior Lifeguard

Hello! My name is Scott. I have been at Beaches for about 2 years. I have always been a dog person, and love to play with and hang out with all of my furry friends at Beaches. I have 2 dogs of my own, a Newfoundland Poodle mix named Emmett and an Olde English Bulldog named Mack. You can find me working in the back with the dogs, or helping out customers at the front desk.

Dee

Canine Concierge

Training Staff

Rachel

ABC Certified Dog Trainer

Hello, my name is Rachel and I've been with Beaches since July 2021. Ever since I was a little kid I've always had a strong love for animals, and have always wanted to work with dogs. When my dogs were puppies we took them to puppy obedience classes, and I fell in love with it. It has always been something that has stuck in the back of my mind. I also wanted to do something that was rewarding and beneficial, so training helps strengthen the bond between owners, and pets so they both live a happier life together. I couldn't be happier to continue my journey here!

Judy

Certified Dog Trainer

Therapy Dog Evaluator & Instructor

Lifeguards: Back of house Staff working with the dogs. All Lifeguard staff and management are trained in Off-Leash Dog Play and Canine Body Language. Training Staff: are ABC Certified Dog Trainers through the Animal Behavior College.

Our Canine Lifeguard Team

Estella

Senior Lifeguard

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Tiffany

Lead Lifeguard

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Angel

Lead Lifeguard

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Angie

Lifeguard

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Maria

Senior Lifeguard

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Dori

Lifeguard

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