Our Story, Our Commitment

We are Michael and Kirsten, a husband-and-wife team who believe that our pets are family. In March 2024, we tied the knot! Not long after, we adopted our sweet boy Reef from Kauai, Hawaii, during our honeymoon and welcomed him into our family. We adopted Reef so Penny could have a brother and a lifetime friend — a bond we hoped would bring both joy and companionship to her life. Bringing Reef into our family was a decision we’ll never regret, and we cherish every moment with him.

Sadly, in February 2025, we lost our beloved blue merle Aussie, Penny. Penny was not just a pet; she was family, and her presence brought immense love and joy into our home. To honor her memory, we created this business — not just as a way to provide a service, but to create a space where all fur babies are treated with the same care and affection we gave our sweet Penny Girl. Every dog we meet holds a special place in our hearts.

Reef thrives in a playful, social environment, which inspired us to ensure that our business offers a safe, fun, and loving space where dogs can interact, play, and feel at home. We take great pride in meeting new dogs, getting to know their personalities, and treating them as if they were our own. While our business offers professional pet care, for us, it’s so much more — it’s about building a community of love, trust, and compassion for all animals.

Our commitment is simple: to care for your dog as we would care for our own. Whether it’s a quick drop-in, a sleepover, or a day full of play, we promise to provide the same level of love, attention, and care that we would want for Reef and our beloved Penny.

  • A Perfect Day Downtown

    Married in the heart of downtown St. Louis, surrounded by the love of our friends and family, this was truly a day to remember. From laughter to tears, every detail of that day made it uniquely ours, and we cherish the special memories that will last a lifetime. We had no idea then that our journey together would soon be blessed with the sweetest four-legged boy to add to our family — but it was the beginning of something even more beautiful than we could have imagined.

  • From Homeless in Hawaii to Loved in the Lou — Welcome Home, Reef!

    This moment marks the beginning of Reef’s forever. After seven years of being in and out of shelters in Hawaii, we were honored to say “yes” to this sweet boy, officially making him a part of our family. No longer a shelter dog, Reef was leaving behind uncertainty and stepping into a home full of love, joy, and endless possibilities. This is the day his new life began — with us, forever.

  • Reef & Penny: A Perfect Day in the Spotlight

    Reef and Penny were inseparable — two absolute best friends, always attached at the hip. Well-behaved and full of joy, they brought endless fun to our lives. Reef was chosen for a local “Rescue Shoot” thanks to his heartwarming story, and he couldn't have been more excited for the spotlight. Our little Hawaii boy truly knows how to make memories. They soaked up every moment of attention that day, and now, these photos mean even more to us, as we hold onto them in loving memory of our sweet Penny.