Meet Our Dedicated Pet Care Team

Aloha, I’m Mike! I was born in Hawaii but grew up in North Carolina. As an adult, I had the opportunity to move back to the Islands where my wife and I raised our daughter and I spent over twenty years working in technology and marketing.

Five years ago, my wife and I made the decision to move back to Florida to be closer to our family. My wife, a teacher, is originally from Florida. Although it’s my first time living here, I’ve visited this area for decades and have a deep affection for the history and natural beauty.

My mom and dad loved animals and I have lived with cats and dogs since I was a boy. My family shares our home with two dogs and two rescue cats.

When my family went on vacation a few years ago, we hired 9 to 5 Pets to look after our pets. In-home pet care versus boarding while we were on vacation made our trip so much more enjoyable! We were updated with pictures and details letting us know what our children were up to, and that they were fine. I was so impressed with the phenomenal service, I decided that if I ever made a career change, I would love to be a part of the team that made both my family and our pets feel so secure and happy!

After this experience, it’s hard to recommend anyone board their pet if they have the option for in-home care. I’m delighted to provide your pets with the same exceptional care that 9 to 5 Pets provided my family.

Hi! My name is Briana, but most people call me Bri. I moved to the Jacksonville area about 2 1/2 years ago from South Georgia and have loved it here! I enjoy going on walks with my fur baby to help him get in some exercise and fresh air, plus it’s nice having a companion while I take my walks! I can’t wait to help your fur babies get some fresh air and exercise (& all the treats)!

Sasha comes to us with tons of private pet-sitting experience and is currently a student at Jacksonville University studying Illustration with a minor in Writing. She has two pups, Georgie and Mila, and can’t wait to meet you and your pets!

Chelsea joined the 9 to 5 Pets team with a strong foundation in both hospitality and hands-on pet care. She is the niece of our longtime client, Kathleen Woods, and has played an active role in caring for Kathleen and their three beloved pets — Hank (Border Collie), Ginger (Terrier), and Auggie (cat). Her bond with them runs deep, and her decision to relocate back to Florida from San Diego speaks volumes about her loyalty and heart for both family and animals.

With 16 years of experience in high-end hospitality — including service at the Ritz, Sawgrass Marriott, and Hilton Bayfront — Chelsea brings exceptional customer service, professionalism, and attention to detail to every client interaction. She understands the importance of communication, trust, and delivering a high-touch experience.

Chelsea also has extensive private pet sitting experience in both California and Nocatee. She is comfortable caring for pets of all sizes and temperaments and is experienced with overnight pet care services. Her references consistently highlight her reliability, strong communication, attentiveness, and calm presence during unexpected situations — including handling a furnace leak and even remaining steady during a tornado while caring for pets out of state.

Known for her positive attitude, resilience, patience, and problem-solving skills, Chelsea excels at staying calm in stressful situations and emergencies. She is warm, personable, professional, and deeply committed to providing attentive, loving care.

We are excited to welcome Chelsea to the 9 to 5 Pets family and know she will provide exceptional service to both our clients and their pets.

“More than walks. Real care, real love.”

Hi, I’m Jeanie! I live in Ponte Vedra Beach and am currently studying microbiology with the goal of becoming a veterinarian one day. My lifelong passion for animals has guided me every step of the way.

Growing up surrounded by animals and spending time on a farm, I learned how to provide not just the basics, but also the in-depth care animals need to thrive. From maintaining feed schedules and exercise routines to understanding immunizations and early signs of health concerns, I have developed a strong foundation in animal care that goes far beyond simple pet sitting.

While I continue my studies and pursue my dream of becoming a veterinarian, I am committed to offering reliable, long-term care for the pets in our community.

For me, this is more than a dog-walking business—it’s a passion.

Every walk, every visit, and every tail wag is met with real care and real love.

Lucy Dowd is thrilled to be part of the 9 to 5 Pets team and is passionate about providing loving, dependable care for pets throughout the Jacksonville Beaches area!

A lifelong animal lover, Lucy has experience caring for a wide variety of animals and understands that every pet has their own unique personality and needs. Her own furry family includes Zeke, a long-haired German Shepherd, and Griffin, an orange cat who quite literally followed her home one day and quickly became part of the family. Over the years, Lucy has also cared for fish, reptiles, turtles, snakes, lizards, geckos, and even hatched and raised chickens from eggs. She previously owned a crested gecko for 15 years and regularly pet sat for friends with exotic pets as well.

Lucy is currently pursuing her degree at the University of North Florida, majoring in English and American Sign Language, with plans to continue on to graduate school. Alongside her studies, she has built an impressive and diverse professional background that reflects her adaptability, organization, and strong communication skills.

Most recently, Lucy worked in nonprofit fundraising, where she combined customer service, outreach, and relationship-building while advocating for meaningful causes. She has also worked as a virtual tutor supporting students from elementary school through post-graduate education in subjects including English, ASL, science, and mathematics. In addition, Lucy spent three summers as a camp counselor at Camp Juliette Low in the mountains of Georgia, where she taught outdoor skills, swim instruction, and cared for children ages 7–17 in an active, fast-paced environment.

Through all of her experiences, Lucy has developed exceptional time management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills, along with a calm and caring demeanor that helps both pets and people feel comfortable around her. She is dependable, detail-oriented, physically active, and truly enjoys spending time outdoors and staying engaged with the animals in her care.

Lucy understands how difficult it can feel to trust someone else with your beloved pets, and she is honored every time a family chooses 9 to 5 Pets to care for them. She looks forward to treating every pet she meets with patience, kindness, love, and the same level of care she would want for her own animals.