DogServices is dedicated to providing the finest dog boarding and dog daycare facilities in Richmond. Founded in 1990 by local dog trainer Donna Crumpler, the business began when clients started asking her to care for their pets during vacations. In 2007, after 18 successful years, Donna handed over the leash to a group of investors who were (and remain) loyal clients. Since then, DogServices has added Short Pump and Church Hill locations and focused on attracting, developing, and retaining a high-caliber staff of dedicated dog professionals. DogServices focuses every day on safety, cleanliness, client-communication, and tail-wagging dog happiness. Our care is distinguished by dog-behavior evaluations, a 3-point safety check system and more. Visit one of our three locations to find out how DogServices’ experience and expertise can make the difference for you and you dog.
Meet Our Team
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Coleen Shockman, Operations Director at DogServices
Upon moving to Richmond in 2009 Coleen joined the DogServices team as a kennel attendant but was quickly promoted to the management team in the same year. After four years with DogServices she briefly left the company in May 2013 to pursue her dream and begin River City Dog Excursions with her business partner. Even though she enjoyed the experience of building something from the ground up she entrusted the operations to her business partner and rejoined the management team in March 2018. In 2021 she was promoted to oversee all three locations and is looking forward to helping DogServices continue to grow and evolve.
Deana Hartwig, Manager at Big DogServices
I am happily married to a wonderful man for over 25 years. We have two amazing daughters, and 3 grandbabies. Educationally I hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and a associate degree in criminal justice. However, my passion is with animals. I grew up on a farm where animals were our priority. I have years of experience in horsemanship, even holding a certificate in horsemanship concepts. Throughout my life I have worked with many breeds of dogs, mostly large breed. While I have little kennel experience I have a vast knowledge in management, and in dog handling.
I am so thankful for the opportunity DogServices has given me to serve you and your furbabies. I love coming to work each day and I love being able to work with each of you to determine the absolute best care possible for your doggie daughters and sons.
Abigail Spencer, Manager at DogServices West
Abby has had a life-long involvement working with dogs, beginning with her own family kennel of Beagles. However, she began her Kennel Career at a local kennel at the age of 18, and excelled in her position as a Kennel Attendant, and is well known for her outstanding and consistent care for any animal under her care. After two years she decided to move into the DogServices family in 2019; starting off as a Kennel Attendant then moving forward to Animal Coach, and now working as Assistant Manager.
Abby is dedicated, passionate, and hard working. She will ensure the safety, comfort, and care for your pet as she would for her own.
Davida Stamper, Manager at Little Dog Services
Davida started her animal career 5 years ago working for a dog training facility in Virginia. She began her apprenticeship in 2015 working along-side certified dog trainers and after 1 year became certified herself. She also spent time learning dog behavior and body language in a daycare environment. She then started working at a dog daycare/boarding facility in Fredericksburg where she was promoted to Manager within a few months of starting as a kennel technician. Davida began at DogServices in July of 2020 as a receptionist and was promoted to manager of October 2020. Davida loves working with dogs and dreams of opening her own positive reinforcement training facility in the future.